ICS2 Data Element Checker

Step through all mandatory and conditional data elements for ICS2 H1, H7, and ENS filing types. Identify what is missing before submission.

Free Tool

Filing Context

Transport Mode

Filing Party

Mandatory ICS2 Fields

Declarant EORI

EORI of the party submitting the ENS

HS Code

At least 6 digits — 8+ preferred

Goods Description

Country of Origin (ISO)

2-letter ISO country code

Port of Loading (LOCODE)

Port of Discharge (LOCODE)

Gross Weight (kg)

House BL / Ref Number

Optional but recommended

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EORI

EORI is mandatory in ICS2 — identify the declarant.

HS Code

HS code mandatory — at least 6 digits required under ICS2.

Goods Description

Goods description is mandatory.

Country of Origin

Country of origin is mandatory.

Port of Loading

Port of Loading recommended for accurate routing. Format: 5-char UN/LOCODE (e.g. DEHAM, GBFXT).

Port of Discharge

Port of Discharge recommended for accurate routing. Format: 5-char UN/LOCODE (e.g. DEHAM, GBFXT).

Gross Weight

Gross weight (kg) is mandatory.

MRN / House BL Ref

Reference number optional but recommended for tracking.

ICS2 — Maritime Filing Obligations

→House-level ENS due 24h before loading at origin port (long-haul)
→Short-haul sea routes: 4h before arrival at first EU port
→RoRo ferry: minimum 2h before departure
→Filing party: house-level filer (NVOCC/FF or carrier)

ℹICS2 (EU Import Control System 2) is mandatory under EU Regulation (EU) 2015/2447. This checker validates field format only — actual risk screening is performed by EU customs authorities.

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