EUDR Deadline Tracker — All Key Dates
Complete EUDR timeline: adoption, entry into force, postponements, SME deadlines and the Omnibus simplification proposal.
Last updated: 2026-03-01
EUDR Timeline — From Adoption to Implementation
The Deforestation Regulation has followed a complex legislative path, marked by intense debates, postponements and amendment proposals. Below you will find all key dates, from adoption to the current compliance deadlines.
| Date | Event | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 29 June 2023 | Regulation adopted | Regulation (EU) 2023/1115 is adopted by the European Parliament and Council, published in the Official Journal of the EU. |
| 29 June 2023 | Entry into force | The regulation enters into force 20 days after publication in the Official Journal. The 18-month transition period begins. |
| 30 December 2024 | Original compliance deadline | The date by which large operators and traders were originally required to be compliant. This deadline was postponed. |
| 2 October 2024 | Postponement proposal | The European Commission officially proposes a 12-month postponement of compliance deadlines, citing the need for adequate preparation of operators and the information system. |
| 30 December 2025 | New deadline — large operators | Current compliance deadline for large operators and traders. They must submit due diligence statements and demonstrate product traceability. |
| 26 February 2025 | Omnibus proposal | The European Commission presents the legislative simplification package, which includes proposed amendments to the EUDR. See amendment details. |
| 30 June 2026 | SME deadline | Compliance deadline for small and medium-sized enterprises and micro-enterprises. They benefit from an additional 6-month period compared to large operators. |
What the Postponement Means for Operators
The 12-month postponement of deadlines was met with mixed reactions. On one hand, operators and member state governments welcomed the decision, arguing that the EU Information System was not sufficiently prepared and Commission guidance was incomplete. On the other hand, environmental organisations criticised the postponement as a concession to industry pressure.
Details on country classification and differentiated obligations can be found in the legal analysis on eudr.live.
The Omnibus Proposal — Another Delay?
The Omnibus package from February 2025 brings into discussion the possibility of more substantial changes to the EUDR. If the proposal is adopted in its current form, some categories of operators could benefit from simplified requirements. The European Parliament and the Council must negotiate the final text. Follow developments on the amendments page.
For practical preparation tools, consult the compliance guides on eudr.solutions.
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