A new customs security and safety system, will impact all shipments to or transiting through the EU, Norway, Switzerland, and Northern Ireland, requiring businesses to adapt to new pre-arrival information requirements to avoid delays and penalties.

The European Union’s Import Control System 2 (ICS2) is a new customs pre-arrival security and safety system that went into effect in stages starting in March 2021, and will become mandatory starting 4 December 2024. It effects all shipments destined for or transiting to the EU, including Norway, Switzerland, and Northern Ireland.

Impact on Businesses:

The ICS2 affects a wide range of businesses involved in international trade with the EU, including:

  • Importers: They must submit detailed information about their shipments before they arrive in the EU.
  • Exporters: They may need to provide additional information to their EU customers to facilitate customs clearance.

The EU’s Import Control System 2 is a significant development in customs modernisation. Businesses involved in trade with the EU must understand and comply with its requirements to avoid delays, penalties, and disruptions to their supply chains.

GE International Forwarding can help you comply with the EU’s Import Control System 2 (ICS2). We can help you:

  • Gather the necessary information for your customs declaration
  • Submit your customs declaration
  • Track your shipment through the ICS2 system
  • Resolve any issues that may arise during the customs clearance process

Please contact us if you are shipping goods to or via the EU, GE International Forwarding is familiar with the ICS2 system. We will partner with you to help you navigate the complexities of the system and ensure that your shipment arrives on time and without any problems.