What is IEN? IEN Review, Features

IEN (Import Entry Number) refers to the import declaration code, abbreviated as IEN. When goods are imported into the EU, they are assigned an import entry number (IEN) by the EU customs authorities. When your shipment enters the EU and is declared to the customs authorities, the shipment will be assigned an IEN. IEN is issued to the customs declarant, who may be your logistics agent or freight forwarder. If you use a freight forwarder, they can contact you to send the IEN. In simple terms: the UK IEN number is the customs declaration number of H2&E2&C88, which is generally a terminal code + 7-digit code + date, for example: 071-066808T-28/11/2018.

About IEN

This string of numbers is unique. This means that those who previously adopted the double-clearance and tax-inclusive customs clearance model in accordance with the general trade model may not be able to provide an IEN number for each seller. If the seller uses his own VAT for customs clearance, then there will be a separate IEN code on the C88. If the seller uses a tax-inclusive channel, then the concept of tax-inclusive is to use one VAT to clear customs for goods from multiple different stores. The carrier can also provide IEN, that is, different stores in the same tax-inclusive bill of lading use the same code. But in this case, Amazon may later question whether the main VAT bound to the store is different from the VAT bound to the IEN we provide.

Interpretation

1. IEN refers to the import declaration code, the full name is Import Entry Number. As long as the customs clearance and tax payment are completed, this code will be on the C88 document; if the customer uses his own VAT customs clearance, there will be a separate IEN code on the C88.

2. If you use the tax-inclusive channel, the idea of ​​tax-inclusive is to clear customs for goods from multiple different stores with one VAT. The freight forwarder can also provide IEN, that is, different stores in the same tax-inclusive bill of lading use the same code. However, in this case, Amazon may later question whether the main VAT bound to the store is different from the VAT bound to the IEN provided by the freight forwarder. The processing of IEN is generally limited to 280 days by Amazon backend.

Q&A

Q: What should I do if I cannot obtain the Import Entry Number (IEN) for some or all of my shipments?

A: If you do not have an IEN for your shipment, you do not need to enter one. If you wish to notify us, you should confirm that you do not have an IEN in the Shipment Queue page in Seller Central. For more information, please refer to the "Where do I enter the Import Entry Number (IEN)?" question on the Help page link at the bottom.

Q: What does an Import Entry Number (IEN) look like?

A: The EU IEN does not follow a standard format of numbers and/or letters. The IEN may be issued by different EU customs agencies, depending on the method of import. On customs documents, the IEN may be identified as an "Import Number", "Entry Number" or "Customs Entry Number".

Q: Where do I enter my Import Entry Number (IEN)?

A: Starting April 1, 2019, you will be able to enter an IEN for shipments that have been created but are not in a "Closed," "Deleted," or "Canceled" status and for shipments created on or after April 1, 2019. You do not need to provide details for shipments that are in a "Closed," "Deleted," or "Canceled" status and for shipments created before April 1, 2019. On the Shipment Queue page in Seller Central, you will see an IEN status next to each FHDDS-compliant shipment indicating whether the IEN entry is complete, incomplete, or closed for editing (see FAQ - "How long does it take to enter an Import Entry Number (IEN)"). You can click the IEN status to open a text box where you can enter an IEN for the shipment or an IEN indicating that you do not have a shipment. Once you save your IEN entry, the IEN status will show Complete.

Q: How long does it take to enter an Import Entry Number (IEN)?

A: After you create a shipment, you have 240 days to go to the Shipment Queue page in Seller Central to add the relevant IENs you received for that shipment (if you have received any). After 240 days from the shipment creation date, the IEN status will show as Closed for Edit. Currently, you can still view your IEN entries, but you can no longer edit them.

Q: Can I edit a previously provided IEN?

A: Yes, you can edit a saved IEN entry within 240 days of the shipment being created. After 240 days, the IEN entry will be locked and cannot be edited.