Come/enter into force

Pro Tip 1/3

This phrase is used primarily in a legal or formal context to indicate when rules become binding.

The amendments to the taxation policies will come into force at the beginning of the fiscal year.

Pro Tip 2/3

It refers to laws or agreements that have been decided upon but are not yet active.

The trade agreement between the two countries will enter into force in 60 days.

Pro Tip 3/3

Indicates that there is often a delay between the approval of a law and its enforcement.

Although the bill has been passed, it won't come into force until next year.