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EU ICS2 for Developers: What You Need to Know

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If you’re handling import data, compliance with EU ICS2 is a must. The new system enhances security by requiring Entry Summary Declarations (ENS) before goods arrive in the EU. Let’s break it down.

Key Changes in ICS2

🔹 ENS Filing: Must be submitted 24 hours before loading
🔹 Risk Management: Pre-arrival security checks to prevent threats
🔹 IT Systems: Carriers & logistics providers must upgrade systems for compliance

How It Affects Developers?

ICS2 means integrating automated ENS filing, handling customs API interactions, and ensuring secure data exchanges. Businesses must register an EORI number for compliance.

Common Notifications in ICS2

When submitting ENS, expect responses like:
IE3N01 – ENS Validation Error
IE3Q01 – Do Not Load Request
IE3N05 – Cargo Screening Request

Non-Compliance Risks

Missed ENS filings = delays, penalties, and cargo seizures. Ensuring smooth API integrations with customs systems is critical.

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