EORI Number
Category: Customs
Also searched as: EORI Number
Definition (plain English)
An Economic Operators Registration and Identification number used by EU and UK customs systems to identify importers, exporters, and other trade parties.
Why it matters commercially
Without a valid EORI, customs filings, broker representation, import VAT evidence, and cargo release can be delayed or rejected.
Example
A new importer applied for EORI before the first shipment because the broker could not lodge the entry without it.
Common mistake
Waiting until cargo is near arrival before confirming EORI validity, entity name, VAT registration, and broker authority.
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