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Import Control System XML API

The Import Control System is used to perform risk analyses of goods entering the EU or Northern Ireland before they leave their country of departure.This API allows traders to submit Entry Summary declaration (ENS) about their goods to ICS and get information about the decision on whether or not to allow those goods to enter the EU or Northern Ireland.

Import Control System

For more information on how to use XML APIs, see Dealing with HMRC: Software development for HMRC.