Dear Valued Customers,

We would like to remind you of the implementation of the Import Control System 2 (ICS2) regulations. ICS2 is the European Union’s advanced cargo information system that requires all Economic Operators (EOs) to submit detailed pre-loading and pre-arrival data for goods entering or transiting the EU, Norway, Switzerland, and Northern Ireland. These regulations are designed to streamline the exchange of information between economic operators and EU Customs Authorities. The system started its transition period on June 3, 2024, and the full implementation for rail and road carriers is set to go live on April 1, 2025.

 Understanding ICS2

ICS2 is the European Union’s (EU’s) advanced cargo information system. It mandates that all Economic Operators (EOs) submit detailed pre-loading and pre-arrival data for goods entering or transiting the EU, Norway, Switzerland, and Northern Ireland.

Required Information for Shipping Instructions:

1. Six-Digit Harmonized Code- for each cargo item, along with clear and complete cargo description.

2. Customs Union & Statistics Number (CUS Code) for harmless or DG chemical -for Chemical Substances.

3. Unique Consignment Reference Number (if available)

4. Consignee Details

a. Economic Operators Registration and Identification Number (EORI Number)- if assigned to the EU consignee

b. Alternatively, provide the consignee’s full address, including P.O box, postal code, subdivision code city and country                                           

5. Supplementary Declarant EORI: if applicable to self-filing or House B/L Operations.

Compliance Options:

Option 1: File Directly- Customers filing directly will need to provide EORI number for compliance

Option 2: Filing through Shipping line or Freight Forwarders- Filing on your behalf, the following additional details will be required:

1. Buyer and Seller Information: For all cargo destined for the EU weather under a House B/L or a straight.

2. House B/L Data- Required

    a. FROB CARGO: Freight remaining on board but destined outside the EU

    b. EU Cargo: Loaded during port call outside the EU

Administrative fee for filing of ICS2:  Administrative fee will be provided by MIFFI Sales Team.

To avoid delays or disruptions we kindly request you to:

1. Prepare the required data in advanced.
2. Share the details promptly as per the outlined requirements.

More information can be found on the European Commission’s website:

https://taxation-customs.ec.europa.eu/customs-4/customs-security/ics2_en