Update, 4 November 2026: this article describes the situation at the time of publication. Under Regulation (EU) 2023/1115 as amended by Regulation (EU) 2025/2650, operators must comply from 30 December 2026. Micro and small operators established as such by 31 December 2024, and natural persons, have until 30 June 2027, except for timber products listed in the Annex to the EU Timber Regulation. Downstream operators and traders of any size must comply from 30 December 2026 and do not submit due diligence statements. For the current state, read What actually happens on 30 December 2026.
The European Commission has proposed a delay to EUDR enforcement due to technical challenges with the EU Information System, which will process all Due Diligence Statements (DDS).
What is important now is that the European Parliament’s October plenary session (6–9 October) does not include EUDR on its agenda. This means there will be no discussion or vote on the proposal in October.
With this, the window for a final decision narrows. A decision is now expected in December, very close to the current enforcement date of 30 December 2025.
Why this matters
For businesses, this development is more than just a scheduling note. It has direct implications should they not continue to prepare:
Less time to comply: If Parliament and Council do not confirm the proposed EUDR enforcement delay until December, companies that have paused compliance planning will have almost no time to react.
Risk of supply chain disruption: If the delay is not approved, the original deadlines remain in force, and non-compliance could mean blocked shipments.
Market reputation: Companies that continue preparing now can show customers, investors, and regulators that they are ready. In a competitive market, demonstrating EUDR preparedness is not just about compliance, it is about trust, credibility, and leadership.
Strategic takeaway for companies
The uncertainty around timing makes continuing preparation a competitive advantage. By demonstrating readiness now, companies can:
Protect against the risk of non-compliance if enforcement begins as scheduled
Avoid a last-minute scramble that increases cost and stress
Build confidence with customers, investors, and regulators by showing leadership
Dejan Jasnic · Co-founder & Compliance Lead, Trusty · 20+ years anti-fraud & compliance · ACFE Swiss Chapter Board
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