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I received a rejection stating "CAD Transaction already in Use" how to fix this?
Reason: A CAD transaction cannot be used multiple times within 7 years and 3 months. Resolution: You need to provide a new transaction number.
How to fix error "Tariff Treatment cannot be used with country entered"?
Reason: The correct tariff treatment must be used for each country of origin. Resolution: Select the correct Tariff treatment code listed for that country of origin.
How to fix error "Contract Account Invalid for Billing"?
Reason: Possible reason is that the client is using the Exporter RM instead of Importer RM. Since the launch of CARM, the CARM system will no longer allow exporter RM's to submit declarations. Resolution: Please use the Importer RM to submit a ...
How to fix error "&* Field is missing or invalid"?
Reason: An invalid value has been provided or a value is missing for a required field Resolution: Check all the mandatory field in the transaction and see if there is any missing information required.
I received error "158 - Function Code incorrect or Transaction code already submitted" how to can I fix it?
Reason: There is already an existing CAD in CARM for that version, so the system will reject another submission to avoid duplicates. Resolution: You need to submit the changes with the correct version number and function code
How to fix "CFIA: License number entered does not cover food being Imported. Verify license in MY CFIA"?
Reason: The license number entered was not issued for the commodity that is being declared. Resolution: Review the detailed descriptions of each commodity and sub-commodity. They can check Annex-A - Food commodity identified in the license ...
I received a message: "The following field(s) in your transaction do not match the field(s) associated with your Release: Unit of Measure" What does it mean?
Reason: There is Logic built in the CARM system that checks what has been declared in the release system to what has been declared in CARM. If there is a discrepancy in the UOM declared in one system but not in the other one, it will send a ...
I Received and error ;mesure found; subject flag required. How to fix it?
Reason: The measure in force associated with the goods must be declared if the SIMA subject code is S -Subject or U-Undertaking. Resolution: Add the measure inforce code corresponds to the goods. Please refer to the link for a list of goods subject ...
How to amend approved B3 into CAD?
Go to CAD> click plus sign (+), check the box for "Populate B3 to Pre-CARM" and add the transaction. The system will prompt a message "Do you want to populate B3 record xxxxxx to pre-CARM". Click Yes or No. If Yes, system will auto populate all the ...
Where should I add the special Authority information?
Go to the Invoice > Items> from the selected line item/HS code, provide the special authority number (Item Details)
What is Tariff treatment code 009?
This is currently valid with Pakistan but is no longer valid with China (expiration date: 2014.12.31). You might be receiving the rejection most especially if China as the country of Origin.
How to compute the 25% of the Surtax?
Check the VFD or the total VALUE FOR DUTY amount and then multiply the amount to 25% For example: 720.18 (VFD) x 25% (Surtax) = 180.05
How to compute VFD (Value for duty) and VFT (Value for tax)?
Price time multiplied with exchange rate = VFD Example : 11,56 (Price item) x 1.4388 (exchange rate) = 16.63 (VFD) Price item multiplied with exchange rate plus duty rate = VFT Example : 11,56 (Price item) x 1.4388 (exchange rate) = 16.63 (VFD) 16.63 ...
Where does the Importer pay duties and taxes when the shipment already crossed in-bond where he used to be a bonded carrier?
If the Importer does not have the RPP, they will have to submit C-Type (cash) at the CBSA office where the goods are located regardless of whether they move-in-bond or are to release at the FPOA.
Is credit card can consider a cash bond for payment in CARM? How do I go about setting that up?
Yes, credit card is considered as cash bond if importer cannot pay their outstanding duties and taxes at CARM Client Portal. If they need to submit cash entry, they can create a CAD in the CCP, print it and bring that document to the CBSA office to ...
What is the difference between Excise duty and Excise tax?
Excise duty applies only to consumable goods while excise tax is to non-consumable goods . Note: if its excise for duty it should be coded as EXC instead of FET. For example, C00 is an excise duty so it should be coded as EXC instead of FET.
What is Wheat Products Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ) ?
This message pertains to imports of wheat products classified under Customs Tariff headings: 11.01, 11.03, 11.04, 11.08, 11.09, 19.01, 19.02, 19.04, 19.05 and 23.02. The purpose of this message is to inform you that the 2024-2025 Wheat Products ...
What are the Rules for WMI Data
Rules for WMI Data: • The maximum length for the WMI field should be 6 alphanumeric characters. • The 3rd digit of the WMI determines the expected length of the WMI field. For example: If the 3rd digit DOES NOT = 9, then the data entered in the WMI ...
What does it mean if the CAD Status is in APPROVAL PENDING?
This means the adjustment request requires review by a CBSA officer. The CAD is subject to change following the CBSA officer's decision, and what the TCP submitted may not reflect the final version of the CAD. For reference you may check Memorandum ...
What are the Revised Tax calculation Logic for Personalized Imported Goods?
Please note the enhancement to our portal’s tax calculation logic for personalized imported goods. Below is a summary of the updated process: 1. GST Application: • Goods and Services Tax (GST) will always be applied, regardless of the CBSA entry ...
How to add COM in the IID transaction?
How to declare COM in the transaction? From the PGA > go to "INGREDIENT" tab of the PGA details. Add the Country of origin under the component origin field Click Save/update button
What Does It Mean If The CAD Status is in APPROVAL PENDING?
This means the adjustment request requires review by a CBSA officer. The CAD is subject to change following the CBSA officer's decision, and what the TCP submitted may not reflect the final version of the CAD. For reference you may check Memorandum ...
Where Do I Get Updates Regarding CARM?
CARM - Did You Know Newsletter is a limited series newsletter created to help small and medium businesses stay-up-to-date on all things CARM. See the following files on the attachment tab.
Where to check the Tariff Treatment code in CAD?
Tariff treatment code can be found under Duty/Tax > CUD Customs Duty. You can see the list of code under duty regime.
Where Can I Send Tariff, HS Code and Excise Tax Inquiries?
For any related inquiries regarding Tariff, HS code and Excise Tax inquiries, you can send through their email. Email Add: Excise_Taxes_Accise@cbsa-asfc.gc.ca
What Does Rejection " importer account type cannot submit declaration and Contract Account invalid for billing" Mean?
If you received this kind of rejection possible reason is that you are using the Exporter RM not the Importer RM. Since the launch of CARM in early October, the CARM system no longer allows Exporter RMs to submit declarations. It used to allow it in ...
How to Identify the Levels in CAD?
Errors can be found in these 3 Levels H: Header Level V: Vendor Line Level (INVOICE) C: Commodity Line Level (ITEM) SAMPLE Rejection V1 - Pertains to Invoice 1 C1 - Pertains to commodity line 1
What is The Difference Between CAD from B3?
I received Rejection: 400- Syntax Error in CAD. How to Fix it?
This rejection means there is a missing mandatory/relevant information in the CAD. Check and add the missing information and then submit.
How to Add Duty and Taxes Manually?
From CAD Menu, select the CAD transaction Select Invoice tab > click Invoice number Go to ITEMS tab > select the line item Go to DUTY/TAX tab Click plus button to add other permits such as excise tax, anti dumping etc..) Please note, CARM will ...
What Excise Code Should we use with HS Code That Starts With 84.09?
According to Excise team, all goods heading 84.09 were removed from excise in 2023, however, due to the structure of their system, shipments released prior to Oct 21 may ask for an applicable excise code. Excise code: E00 For any other information, ...
How To Generate CAD Report?
To generate CAD report, Step 1: Click Add to Report Queue button. Step 2: Click Add New Record Button. Step 3: Once the status shows GENERATED, the user can download the report.
I Have an Entry Which I need to Update The Invoice Value but Keeps Getting Rejected with Code C4:V1. How Can I submit the amendment?
You need to declare what is the invoice number you will be amending. For example, it is only for 1 invoice. Go to Pointer tab, make sure to enter the invoice number you will be amending.
How to Fix "H: Broker / Agent Business No not authorized" error?
Reason: The Importer or Broker's BN number is not registered as Importer. Resolution: User needs to check if the BN number is registered as an Importer and not as an Exporter. They can coordinate with CARM.
How to Fix "CVC-simple-type 1: element {urn:wco:datamodelwco:declaration:1} id is not a valid instance of the element type, value '10117'" error?
Reason: User provided the account security instead of the BN number under Custom Broker Number of the declaration. Resolution: They need to provide the BN15 instead of the Brokers Account security or option to delete the Customer Broker information.
How to Fix Error: "8D5 Line Classification Value: Element Value has failed the Edit"?
Reason: This means that the HS code is either invalid/expired or no longer active in CBSA database. Resolution: Check the latest Customs Tariff files if the particular HS code is still valid.
I received an Error Message stating "LPCO cannot be declared as a registration 893." How to Fix it?
Reason: This means wrong declaration of document type 893. This should be only declared under LPCO. Resolution: Check if the Canadian Document Type is declared in other IID data aside from the LPCO tab such as the AIRS registration type. If yes, ...
What Does Error "CBSA: H02" Mean and How to Fix it?
Reason: This means that the shipment has already arrived and is using the wrong message function code. Resolution: Used the “Amendment” as message function code.
I Received an Error Message "CFIA: You must enter the departure date in IID." How to Fix it?
Reason: The date of direct shipment declared is not within the validity period of the provided certificate under the LPCO. Resolution: Please check the validity period of the provided certificate/License. For example, you provided a Phytosanitary ...
How to Resolve: "Line Unit count Value: The number of tires(Count) or Unit of Measure is missing or Invalid"?
Reason: The unit of measurement declared in the OTHERS tab is incorrect. Resolution: From the IID declaration, go to the OTHERS tab and change the UOM to EACH instead of number/each.
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