EORI numbers and customs representation

Businesses: identify the correct legal entity

An operator normally has one EORI used across the EU. An EU-established business generally applies in its country of establishment. Operators established outside the EU and branches need the appropriate assessment; do not assume a new warehouse or trading name needs a separate number. Tullverket’s application is free.

Private imports are different

A private person importing for personal use usually does not need an EORI, but exceptions depend on the activity and goods. We identify whether the customer is acting privately or as a business instead of forcing every enquiry into a business form. Never publish identity numbers in an ordinary enquiry message.

An EORI is not a power of attorney

Customs representation must be agreed with the correct importer or exporter. We confirm the legal name, identifiers, scope and the party that will submit the declaration. The representative may require a specific authorisation. An EORI lookup does not prove ownership of goods or authority to act for a company.

Check early, before collection

Confirm the number and legal identity while preparing the invoice and transport. If an application or authorisation is missing, resolve it before the planned dispatch. Use official application and validation routes, and retain the confirmation with the shipment’s records.

Before your goods travel