Poland expands the SENT system (electronic transport control system) to additional product groups
The Polish authorities will once again expand the requirements of the electronic transport control system SENT as of 17 March 2026. This extension of the goods‑transport obligation affects additional product groups and therefore results in increased organizational effort for all parties involved in cross‑border goods transport.
What is changing?
In the future, the SENT obligation will also apply to general cargo shipments of clothing and textiles as well as shoes.
- Clothing/Textiles (CN 61, 62, 6309 00 00) over 10 kg
- Shoes (CN 64) over 10 kg or more than 20 pairs
Details and any potential regulatory adjustments can be found at the following link: Current requirements.
Which shipments are affected?
The registration obligation applies to deliveries to Poland, deliveries within Poland, deliveries from Poland, as well as transit transports through Poland, especially via routes through the Baltic states.
For every affected shipment, a SENT registration (SENT number + PIN) must be completed before the start of transport. The transport is subject to continuous GPS monitoring. Violations may lead to significant fines.
Which responsibilities apply to SENT registration?
For shipments to Poland, responsibility lies with the Polish consignee, who registers the SENT declaration and provides the reference and PIN to the consignor before the transport begins. For shipments from Poland, as well as within Poland, responsibility lies with the Polish consignor, who carries out the registration before loading. In the case of transit transports through Poland, responsibility lies with the carrier. This particularly applies to shipments via the Baltic region. There is an exception for import/export involving parties with AEO status. The party holding AEO status is exempt from the SENT obligation.
If you have any questions, please contact your usual DACHSER representative. We are happy to support you and ensure a smooth handling of your shipments.