Until the eHBL implementation, ACI for air has normally been filed by origin. In the future, is the destination agent responsible for eManifest? In other words, should origin still file ACI, and destination file eManifest to avoid getting a penalty. Should both ACI and eHBL be filed?

Until the eHBL implementation, ACI for air has normally been filed by origin. In the future, is the destination agent responsible for eManifest? In other words, should origin still file ACI, and destination file eManifest to avoid getting a penalty. Should both ACI and eHBL be filed?

As of January 4, 2021, it is the responsibility of the freight forwarder to ensure that the eHBL data set and the Close Message are filed within the air timeframes, generally four hours prior to arrival at the first Canadian airport. If the Canadian/ destination forwarder chooses to allow its agent at origin to file the eHBL and Close Message under its 8000 code that is fine. That overseas agent becomes liable for data being true and correct and meeting the timelines etc. However, CIFFA highly recommends that the Canadian freight forwarder strongly consider re-writing agency agreements to ensure it receives the house bill data from its agent/ origin office far enough in advance to file the eHBL data and Close Message under its 8000 code. The eHBL can be transmitted up to 90 days before the cargo arrives in Canada and there would usually be sufficient notice. These are decisions that each Canadian company must make.