Practice area

Military goods, arms & AFCI

Classify your goods, obtain authorisations and structure your arms activities in compliance.

A demanding regime

Military goods, arms and related materiel fall under a specific regime, distinct from dual-use, with its own classification lists (e.g. 'ML') and authorisations. The line between civilian, dual-use and military goods is often thin: classification determines everything else.

Arms manufacturing, trade and brokering activities are subject to the AFCI. Structuring and maintaining it requires rigour and anticipation.

How I help

Military classificationML classification of goods and components; non-classification opinions.
AFCIPreparing and managing manufacturing, trade and brokering files.
Export licencesApplications and tracking of military export authorisations.
BrokeringAnalysis and structuring of brokering operations, in France and abroad.

FAQ

Is my product a military good?

It depends on its technical characteristics against the lists; a civilian product can shift depending on its specifications.

What is the AFCI?

The authorisation required to manufacture, trade or broker arms and military goods.

Is arms brokering free?

No: it is strictly regulated and requires authorisation, including between third countries.

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