# Outbound AES

*Last updated: 2026-06-26*

> Unlike European export systems such as Germany's ATLAS, the U.S.

Unlike European export systems such as Germany's ATLAS, the U.S. Automated Export System (AES) requires exporters and freight forwarders to file Electronic Export Information (EEI) with the U.S. Census Bureau before a shipment leaves the country. The filing captures commodity classification, declared value, destination country, and end-user details, feeding both export control enforcement and official trade statistics. For most commercial shipments valued above USD 2,500, EEI filing through AES is mandatory. Missing or incorrect filings can result in cargo holds and civil penalties.

**Source:** [https://www.census.gov/foreign-trade/aes/index.html](https://www.census.gov/foreign-trade/aes/index.html)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Outbound AES |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 83 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-26 |
| Source | https://www.census.gov/foreign-trade/aes/index.html |

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