Mastering ICS2: A Guide to EU Import Requirements

By Freya Jane — Director of Customer Success Read full blog here →

ICS2 EU Import Requirements

With the final phase of ICS2 (Import Control System 2) rolling out and full compliance required by 1 September 2025, businesses transporting goods into the EU must act now to stay ahead of new safety and security requirements.

ICS2 is the EU’s advanced risk management system, designed to strengthen border security and streamline trade by requiring pre-arrival electronic data for all shipments entering or transiting the EU.

The current Release 3 affects maritime, inland waterways, road, and rail carriers — and introduces mandatory data elements like:

🟡 6-digit HS Code

🔵 Accurate product descriptions

🟣 EORI numbers

🔴 Party information

🟢 ELO Reference (France, from Sept 2025)

These changes bring both regulatory and technical challenges — especially for freight forwarders, logistics providers, and e-commerce businesses.

To comply, companies must upgrade their IT infrastructure, automate ENS submissions, and clarify roles across their supply chains.

✅ iCustoms’ ICS2 tool simplifies compliance — automating data extraction, ENS filing, and generating ELOs — all within 2 minutes.

🔗 Ready to prepare for ICS2 Release 3? 👉 Read the full guide on iCustoms.ai 🎯 Watch a demo and ensure a smooth transition before the deadline.

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