Europe-wide compliance with your mandatory Authorised Representative
An authorised representative will be mandatory for all types of packaging across all 27 EU-states. Stay ahead of the upcoming Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) with Lizenzero.
We provide your authorised representative wherever you need one – you may already be obliged right now!
Your one-stop Authorised Representative solution
Packaging compliance in Europe can be complex. Every country has its own laws, reporting deadlines, take-back systems, and labelling requirements – often available only in the national language. On top of that, new EU regulations and updates are introduced regularly.
In some countries, appointing an authorised representative is already mandatory for foreign retailers; by summer 2026, this requirement will apply across the entire EU.
 No worries, we take care of it for you:
Simple & personal
After a free consultation, complete the authorisation service and we will take care of the rest.
All in one solution
Book all your EU countries with us and simplify your process with just one point of contact.
Ensuring compliance
We’re also here to offer expert advice and keep you informed about the latest legal updates.
Tomorrow could be too late:
Appoint an Authorised Representative today
Right now, many countries are already playing it safe by requiring an authorised representative. This means you need someone based locally who can take over your producer responsibility. By summer 2026, an EU authorised representative will be mandatory in every EU country.
Right now, you’re already required to appoint an Authorised Representative here:
Austria
Denmark
Estonia
Greece
Portugal
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain
Starting August 2026, you need an Authorised Representative in all the 27 EU countries:
The PPWR requires all traders without a registered office in the relevant country to appoint an authorised representative.
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Austria
Belgium
Bulgaria
Croatia
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Hungary
Ireland
Italy
Latvia
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Malta
Netherlands
Norway
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
United Kingdom
Check your compliance in all EU countries and learn more about any other obligations you need to meet to stay compliant.
What is a European Authorised Representative?
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) means companies are responsible for what happens to their products and packaging even after they’ve been sold and used. This includes the disposal of packaging.
The authorised representative takes over this responsibility. They act as the legal representative for companies that don’t have a registered office in the country they’re selling to .This person – either an individual or a legal entity – formally takes on the manufacturer’s or retailer’s responsibilities locally. The specific compliance duties can vary depending on the country.
Important: To legally take on this role in line with EPR requirements, the representative must be based in the country, registered with the relevant authorities, and able to present a written power of attorney (PoA).
Who needs an EU Authorised Representative?
Your are shipping to certain EU-countries
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You are not based in the country of destination
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You are placing the first product on the market
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If you ship products to specific European countries without having your own registered office there, you must appoint a legal representative (authorised representative). This requirement generally kicks in as soon as you place the very first piece of packaging on the market. Businesses impacted include manufacturers, importers, online and marketplace sellers and intermediaries.
Starting in August 2026, an EU authorised representative will be mandatory in all 27 member states. Please note, however: There are countries that already require an authorised representative today.
From A to Z – Your EPR Authorised Representative service for all EU nations
You can easily hand over your responsibilities to us, all in one place, for every country you operate in.
We’ll handle the appointment of your authorised representative and take care of everything else. You don’t have to worry about licensing your packaging and cooperating with the authorities. Not only do we know our way around the EU directives and regulations, we also speak fluent packaging compliance in French, Spanish, Polish, Czech, and more.
Our service takes the stress out of compliance, freeing you from both bureaucratic red tape and language barriers.
Your Authorised Representative is just a few steps away
Check compliance
Want to play it safe? Our licensing service incl. authorised representatives where needed is ready to go – we will take over your packaging obligations and ensure that you are legally compliant and already prepared for the PPWR.
Hand over your obligations
Once you book our licensing and authorised representative service, we ask you for all relevant documents. We will handle your EPR duties in your destination countries – reliably and without hassle.
Ship compliant
From now on, the rest is up to us. We will keep an eye on your EPR obligations at all times, take care of deadlines, legal changes and remind you of volume reports – and make sure you can focus entirely on your core business.
Batteries and WEEE obligations
Lizenzero is your trusted partner for all things European packaging compliance. But we don’t stop there. If you’re facing challenges with other producer responsibilities, like EPR obligations for batteries and electrical equipment (WEEE), we’ve got you covered. As part of Interzero, we can expand your compliance coverage even further.
FAQ
An overview of the most frequently asked questions
What is EPR?
EPR stands for Extended Producer Responsibility. This means that manufacturers and retailers are responsible for the entire lifecycle of their products, including the packaging. If packaging ends up as waste with the end consumer, you’re required to ensure it’s properly collected, recycled, or disposed of in line with legal requirements.
What is an EPR number?
An EPR number is a registration number you receive after successfully registering with the relevant national authority for Extended Producer Responsibility. It proves that your business complies with packaging (or product-related) take-back and recycling obligations in that country. Marketplaces and partners may ask for this number as proof of compliance.
Which EU countries have implemented an EPR directive for packaging?
All 27 EU member states are required by EU directives to implement Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes for packaging. Currently, almost all countries have implemented EPR for packaging. While the core obligations are similar, each country has its own national laws, registration processes, and reporting requirements. That’s why businesses selling across multiple EU countries need to check and fulfil the specific rules in each market.
What is an authorised representative in relation to EPR obligations?
If your business is based outside an EU country but sells there, you might need an authorised representative. This is a local contact who takes care of your EPR tasks like registering with authorities, submitting reports, and making sure your packaging is compliant.
What responsibilities does an authorised representative for packaging have under EPR?
An authorised representative takes over your EPR duties in the country where they’re appointed. That includes registering your business with the right authority, handling packaging data reports, making sure fees are paid correctly, and staying in touch with local regulators. Basically, they make sure your packaging compliance runs smoothly.
When and where do I need to appoint an authorised representative for EPR in European countries?
You need to appoint an authorised representative if your business is based outside a specific EU country but sells products there and falls under that country’s EPR rules.
Right now, some EU countries already require an authorised representative, but starting in August 2026 all 27 EU member states require an authorised represenatative.
Why do I need to sign a power of attorney?
A power of attorney (PoA) allows your authorised representative to act on your behalf with local authorities. It gives them permission to manage your EPR tasks, such as registration, reporting, and communication in the country where they are appointed. Without it, they cannot officially represent your business.
What changes when the PPWR comes into effect?
The PPWR (Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation) replaces the previous EU Packaging Directive (94/62/EC) with a unified regulation. This means the rules apply directly in all EU member states without needing to be transposed into national law. As a result, there will be fewer differences between countries.
For you, this means for example:
Greater responsibility for both EU and non-EU companies: All manufacturers selling in the EU must comply with the new EPR requirements and must appoint an authorised representative.
More about the PPWR here.
In short: With the entry into force of the PPWR, packaging compliance will be stricter, more transparent, and more uniform across the EU.
What obligations exist for other waste streams?
Besides packaging, there are also extended producer responsibility obligations for other waste schemes, such as electrical devices, batteries, or textiles. These regulations ensure that producers are also responsible for the take-back, recycling, and environmentally sound disposal of these products. Depending on the product group, different notification, registration, and reporting requirements apply. If you operate in multiple areas, you should carefully check and comply with the respective national regulations to stay on the safe side legally.