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Instructions for Completing the Export Declaration

An export declaration is a mandatory document for all commercial exports. It may be submitted electronically or on paper using form E-2.1.

If you are authorised to use electronic customs clearance, you submit the declaration electronically directly to Iceland Revenue and Customs. Otherwise, you must submit a completed E-2.1 form at a customs office.

Fields that are not described in these instructions are not used for export declarations.

    Declaration Information, Consignor and Consignee – boxes 1 to 14

    Enter the full name, address, telephone number, and Icelandic identification number (kennitala) of the consignor or exporter.

    If multiple exporters are involved in a single consignment, one exporter must be designated as the consignor and will be responsible for the declaration.

    Field format: Identification number (a10)

    E-6 reference: Boxes 1 and 3