The Import Control System 2 (ICS2) is the European Union’s advanced cargo safety and security system, requiring pre-arrival submission of safety and security data for goods entering or transiting the EU.
ICS2 applies to air, sea, road, and rail transport, with strict timelines and data accuracy requirements.
We provide end-to-end ICS2 compliance services, supported by Agentic AI, ensuring accurate, timely, and regulation-compliant submissions across all applicable transport modes.
What Is Import Control System 2 (ICS2)?
ICS2 is an EU-wide system designed to:
- Strengthen supply chain security
- Enable early risk analysis of inbound goods
- Improve customs intervention before goods reach EU borders
Under ICS2, economic operators are required to submit Entry Summary Declarations (ENS) containing advance cargo and safety data prior to arrival in the EU.
Non-compliance may lead to shipment delays, increased customs scrutiny, or “Do Not Load” instructions.
Learn more about our dedicated Entry Summary Declaration (ENS) Services.
Our ICS2 Services
We support businesses at every stage of the ICS2 process:
- ICS2 aligned data preparation and validation, including support for Entry Summary Declarations (ENS), with seamless handoff to our dedicated ENS Services
- Coverage for air, maritime, road, and rail shipments
- Alignment with ICS2 Release 1, Release 2, and Release 3 requirements
- Multi-party data handling (carriers, freight forwarders, consolidators)
- Ongoing regulatory updates and compliance monitoring
Whether you submit occasionally or manage high shipment volumes, our services scale to meet your operational needs.
ICS2 ENS Filing Types Overview
Under the Import Control System 2 (ICS2), all shipments entering the EU require an Entry Summary Declaration (ENS). These ENS filings are categorized using specific Filing Numbers (F10–F51). Learn how they apply to each Air, Maritime, Road and Rail transport.
Each filing type corresponds to different levels of shipment and party information, ensuring that customs authorities receive accurate, pre-arrival data for risk assessment and cargo security.
Rather than navigating complex codes on your own, iCareZ provides clear guidance and preparation support for each filing type, helping you avoid delays, rejections, or compliance issues.
aiDP – Agentic AI Document Processing
ICS2 compliance depends on accurate, structured, and context-aware data, delivered within strict timelines. To meet this standard, iCareZ uses aiDP (Artificial Intelligence Document Processing) powered by Agentic AI a purpose built capability designed specifically for customs and safety & security declarations.
Unlike traditional Optical Character Recognition (OCR), aiDP does not merely extract text. It understands document structure, intent, and regulatory relevance, transforming raw documents into submission ready data aligned with ICS2 and ENS requirements.
Document Types We Support
Our aiDP engine processes a wide range of document formats commonly used in international trade:
- PDF documents
- Microsoft Word files
- Scanned documents
- Image files (.gif, .png, .jpg, .jpeg)
aiDP intelligently interprets content across these formats, identifies ICS2-relevant data elements, and maps them directly to the required ENS data structure, reducing dependency on manual interpretation.
How aiDP Strengthens ICS2 Compliance
Our Agentic AI–Driven Document Processing enables:
- Intelligent extraction of shipment, consignor, consignee, and goods data
- Context-aware recognition of transport mode specific data elements
- Automated validation of mandatory and conditional ICS2 fields
- Early detection of missing, inconsistent, or high-risk information
- Significant reduction in manual data entry, rework, and correction cycles
The outcome is faster preparation, higher data accuracy, and a materially lower risk of rejection or intervention.
Agentic AI That Works With Your Declaration Process
Our Agentic AI is designed to support real world customs workflows, not replace them.
It actively assists your process by:
- Adapting to document variations across carriers, forwarders, and partners
- Learning from prior submissions and customs feedback
- Providing intelligent prompts and recommendations to users
- Ensuring data completeness and readiness before submission to EU customs systems
This transforms document handling from a compliance bottleneck into a controlled, predictable, and scalable preparation layer.
Agentic AI for Intelligent Compliance
Our Agentic AI compliance layer actively supports ICS2 obligations by:
- Interpreting shipment context, routing logic, and filing responsibilities
- Validating mandatory and conditional data elements in real time
- Flagging missing, inconsistent, or high-risk data before submission
- Adapting to carrier-specific and mode-specific requirements
- Continuously improving accuracy through learning from historical filings and outcomes
This approach goes beyond automation. It delivers decision assisted compliance, helping businesses reduce rejections, avoid delays, and submit with confidence while retaining full control over filings and regulatory responsibility.
Who We Support
Our Import Control System 2 services are designed for:
- Airlines and air cargo operators
- Shipping lines and NVOCCs
- Freight forwarders and consolidators
- Logistics and transport companies
- Importers and exporters trading with or through the EU
We support both direct filers and indirect representatives, depending on your business model.
Why Choose iCareZ for ICS2 Services?
- Deep understanding of EU customs safety and security regulations
- AI-assisted accuracy and validation
- Reduced manual data entry and operational risk
- Scalable architecture for single shipments or bulk filings
- Consistent compliance across multiple EU member states
Our objective is simple: help you meet ICS2 obligations with confidence, speed, and accuracy.
Ready to Ensure ICS2 Compliance?
Whether you are preparing for ICS2 or already filing ENS declarations, our team can help.
We streamline compliance, reduce risk, and support confident submissions.
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