Apply by country
EORI is issued and maintained by customs authorities. The practical entry point, eligibility rules, and terminology differ by country. Use the pages below to find the correct authority context and a typical application sequence.
Country pages
Entry point notes for AT EORI usage.
BelgiumEntry point notes for BE EORI usage.
DenmarkEntry point notes for DK EORI usage.
FranceEntry point notes for FR EORI usage.
GermanyEntry point notes for DE EORI usage.
IrelandEntry point notes for IE EORI usage.
ItalyEntry point notes for IT EORI usage.
NetherlandsEntry point notes for NL EORI usage.
PolandEntry point notes for PL EORI usage.
PortugalEntry point notes for PT EORI usage.
SpainEntry point notes for ES EORI usage.
SwedenEntry point notes for SE EORI usage.
United KingdomEntry point notes for GB EORI usage.
General application pattern
- Confirm the legal entity that will appear as operator in customs filings.
- Identify the competent authority and application channel in the country page.
- Prepare entity registration documents, address, and tax identifiers.
- Apply and retain the confirmation evidence for broker onboarding.
Non-EU operators
Non-EU operators may need an EU-issued EORI when acting as importer of record or when required by the procedure. National rules differ. Use the relevant country page and the authority guidance.