ICS2 for Freight Forwarders & NVOCCs
Updated Information on the EU ICS2 Regulation
What is ICS2 for Freight Forwarders & NVOCCs
The Import Control System 2 (ICS2) regulation is a safety and security system that calls for greater advanced cargo information that replaces the legacy framework. The regulation calls for added data that was previously handled by carriers at the master level.
The Ultimate Forwarder Checklist to ICS2 Compliance for Release 3 (Maritime, Rail & Truck Movements)
ICS2 compliance is top of mind for forwarders. For this reason, we've compiled a checklist to help you get started now.
Obtain an EU Economic Operators Registration and Identification (EORI) number apply for one; For details to obtain an EORI click here
Apply for a deployment window through the Member State where the EORI number that will be used for ICS2 data filings is registered
Inform your carriers that you are self-filing and share your EORI; ensure you know the carrier's EORI and have access to the master BoL data
Choose how you will submit house filings
Sign a contract and begin onboarding
Get access to UUMD&DS portal & the ICS2 single trader interface (STI) menu option
Begin the testing & implementation process
Go live within your deployment window
If you have any questions at all on any of these items, please reach out to us below:
What New Data & Processes Does ICS2 Require?
ICS2 Release 3 calls for:
✔ Broader data requirements to be provided at master and house level
✔ Buyer/seller data from the importer for maritime, road, and rail
✔ Contractual arrangements for multiple filings for maritime and for rail in the future
✔ Data quality referrals in addition to Do Not Load (DNL) notifications
✔ Re-entry / Split consignment indicators
What Are the Filing Deadlines for Maritime, Road & Rail Shipments?
On-demand Web Seminar
Due to the high level of interest in the new EU ICS2 regulation, Descartes is pleased to host an informative on-demand web seminar, “Regulatory Radar: EU ICS2 Maritime Requirements for Freight Forwarders & NVOCCs Are Coming!"
What Are the EU ICS2 Releases?
ICS2 Release 3 calls for house-bill level data as well as Harmonized System (HS) information. The regulation also requires full buyer and seller data for shipments bound for the EU, and more.
In addition, forwarders need to have decided to self-file and register with the EU before the carrier goes live. Forwarders need to do this even if they do not plan to deploy until later, or they will be obligated to share house bill data with carriers.
How Can Decartes Help Enable Compliance
A long-standing innovator in advanced security filing compliance, Descartes offers a wide range of solutions to comply with the latest mandates such as ICS2. Our cloud-based solutions are rapid to deploy, user-friendly, and help customers cost-effectively keep pace with regulatory changes affecting international trade.