Filing An EEI/SED
AES Direct Web site
AES Direct Web site
Do I have to report the Kimberley Process Certificate Number for rough diamonds?
Yes, effective June 15, 2005, the U.S. Census Bureau requires the reporting of the Kimberly Process Certificate (KPC) number for exports or re-exports of rough diamonds filed through the AES in accordance with Clean Diamond Trade Act.
Is an EEI required for hand-carried merchandise?
Yes, unless the merchandise is owned by the individual that is taking it out of the country and is not for consumption in a foreign country. An EEI filing is required for merchandise that is for export and consumption in a foreign country.
What is the U.S. Principal Party in Interest (USPPI)?
The USPPI is the person in the U.S. that receives the primary benefit, monetary or otherwise, of the export transaction. Generally that person is the U.S. seller, manufacturer, order party or foreign entity. The foreign entity must be listed as the ...
Do I have to fill out a separate EEI for each box or invoice included in my shipment?
No. A single EEI is all that is required for the entire shipment being shipped. U.S. Principal Party in Interest (USPPI) participating in AES has the option of providing information at the invoice or shipment level.
My entire shipment is valued at US$2,500 or less. Is an EEI/SED required?
See "What is an EEI/SED, and when must I fill it out?" above.
Are shipments of personal and household effects of non-government individuals exempt from EEI/SED requirements?
EEI/SED is required when such effects are moving as cargo under a bill of lading, regardless of value; however, it is not necessary to report each item by an individual Schedule B number.
How do I identify my ITN when using AESDirect?
The ITN is returned electronically to the filer, generally by email. You may also log into your AESDirect account, access your records and view the ITN.
Can NEX help me file for an EEI/SED?
Yes. NEX will be able to assist you. We will file an EEI/SED through AES on your behalf when you provide all the required information. Additional fees will apply for this service. Customers utilizing the EEI Filing Authorization Form must provide the ...
What options are available for filing an EEI/SED through AES?
There are four software options provided by the U.S. Census Bureau to file an EEI/SED through AES. All these options can be used by U.S. Principal Parties in Interest ("USPPI"), forwarders, or anyone else responsible for export reporting. All the ...
What if I have additional EEI/SED questions?
Additional information can be found at www.aesdirect.gov or you can contact NEX Customer Service Center to assist you with your shipping needs.
What can I do to be compliant with the new regulations now?
NEX encourages customers to become Self Filers with AES and note the ITN on the shipment air waybill prior to shipment pick up. Information about Self Filing can be found at www.aesdirect.gov. Self Filing via www.aesdirect.gov is a free service. In ...
What has changed about the EEI/SED process?
The newly revised regulations require all EEI filings to be made electronically using AES; paper SEDs and External Transaction Number (XTN)s will no longer be accepted. Once the EEI filing is approved by AES, an Internal Transaction Number (ITN) is ...
What is an EEI/SED, and when must I fill it out?
The Electronic Export Information (EEI and formerly known as Shipper’s Export Declaration (SED)), is required by law to enable U.S. Government agencies to enforce laws related to the export of goods. It was also traditionally used by the U.S. Census ...