ICS2 for Logistics and Road Transport Operators: A Practical Guide to ENS Filing and EU Compliance
Summary: The EU’s Import Control System 2 (ICS2) requires road and rail operators to submit Entry Summary Declarations (ENS) before goods enter or transit the EU. Fully mandatory from 1 September 2025, ICS2 introduces stricter data requirements to enable pre-arrival risk analysis and smoother border controls. To comply with EU safety and security regulations, logistics companies and transport operators must provide advance cargo data when moving goods into or through the European Union. The Import Control System 2 (ICS2) is a central element of the EU’s customs risk management framework and applies across all transport modes, including road and rail . ICS2 shifts customs controls upstream by requiring compliance before physical arrival at the EU border. For operators, this represents both a regulatory obligation and an operational change. Understanding Import Control System 2 (ICS2) What Is ICS2? ICS2 is the EU’s advance cargo information system designed to strengthen sup...