IID
I received an error 'Could not determine AIRS requirement and COM 109'. What does it mean?
This refers to line 109. Kindly indicate the LPCO information on the invoice line item 109.
I received an error '6C2 Line Compliance Statement Responsible PGA is invalid'. What does it mean?
Please check the PGA program. User needs to remove exception process and compliance. For the LPCO, they can choose Doc type 2004 while for LPCO ref # GIP20.
I received an error '166 Registration Number: Field is not found'. What does it mean?
The Direct Shipment Date should be added before the Currency code in the IID. If missing the direct shipment date the B3 exchange rate would show 1. Workaround: Remove Direct Shipment Date and Currency info. Then re enter first the Direct shipment ...
How to process the clearance of vehicles, diesel engine, HS CODE 8704230000. What the requirements in order to clear this vehicle to customs?
If it pertains to PGA information for Vehicle and Engine for program. Under PGA, you need to choose the correct program for Vehicle. After you choose the correct program, check those with asterisk mark which are mandatory field/information you need ...
I received an error 'License number must be 8 digit alpha numeric. (LPCOSFCL). Verify License in MyCFIA and 893 code.' What does it mean?
Please informed that you need to add once again the LPCO doc type 893 as per AIRS recommendation. Please note that the 893 is a dematerialized so Image not required. For License number must be 8 digit alpha numeric. Based on the provided docs (for ...
Where to enter the CFIA Account Number?
CFIA Account Number must be added on the Account Owner Section under Declaration tab. IID --> Declaration --> Account Owner --> Account Owner Number
I received an error 'CLASS LINE 3 - 000000001 - AMOUNT INPUT NOT = CALCULATED / GST AMOUNT CLASS LINE 3 - 000000001 - VALUE FOR TAX INPUT NOT = CALCULATED / VALUE FOR TAX CLASS LINE 1 - 000000001 - VFD NOT EQUAL TO CALCULATED VFD'. What does it mean?
Please do note with this rejection, it means the exchange rate is not correct. Check the Date of direct shipment and the currency in the Invoice tab. Always use the date (business day) before the date of direct shipment. Based on the transaction (for ...
I received an error '0V3 Line Compliance Statement: compliance code for the commodity id missing ECCC'. What does it mean?
For this kind of rejection it means there are HS code that is regulated by ECCC but user didn't declare any PGA information. Based on the rejection there are 11 lines (for example) that don't have PGA declaration for ECCC. Please check the ...
We created a B2 but duty that we need to claim back is not showing. Any idea on how can I proceed?
Kindly take off and add 0 instead the duty and GST (if applicable) from the 1A subheadings line.
Not a rejection but we are seeing PGA requirements for items that we do not see categories that fit. Asking if there is an exemption code or area we need to fill in, in order to proceed? Item does not meet the programs for TC or ECCC.
Check the HS code in the Website if its regulated by PGA SWI-IID Regulated Commodities — Data Element Matching Criteria Tables (cbsa-asfc.gc.ca) Check the required programs for the HS code Go the the PGA tab and check if there is an exemption ...
I received an error 'Invalid HS_OGD code (030235237498)'. What does it mean?
As per rejection, it says Invalid OGD- 237498. Please check the HS code in CFIA -AIRS: https://airs-sari.inspection.gc.ca/airs_external/english/decisions-eng.aspx
I received an error 'INV RAINVI12_, GAGI 1_, COM 1_, License number entered does not cover food being imported. Verify License in MyCFIA.][4B9 - Transaction Number:Invalid/Incorrect Information]'. What does it mean?
I received an error '[CFIA (Canadian Food Inspection Agency): Contact Name: NISC Telephone: (800) 835-4486 Fax: null Email: ., INV RAINVI12_, GAGI 1_, COM 1_, License number entered does not cover food being imported. Verify License in MyCFIA.][4B9 - ...
How and where these payment modes will be used in IID filing?
While generating IID, you have to fill the information in the payment mode window. There are three options: 1. Declarant Direct - Custom Broker Pay for Duty and taxes on behalf of the Importer 2. Importer Direct - Importer is paying for GST and Duty ...
What is CARM Client Portal ?
CARM Release 1: May 25, 2021 Release 1 launches the CARM Client Portal, a self-service tool that will facilitate accounting and revenue management processes with the CBSA. The CARM Client Portal is now available for importers, brokers and trade ...
How do I license my vehicle without a paper Form 1 presented to the province?
When brokers/importers commercially import a vehicle using the SWI IID (SO911) there is no Vehicle Import Form - Form 1 submitted. This form was dematerialized when the SWI IID was created and as such the CBSA cannot issue a Form-1 for these ...
Why is only one VIN allowed per transaction when the IID structure accommodates up to 999 different commodities on one entry?
The following TC Vehicles Programs are restricted to a single VIN per SWI IID submission. To avoid delays for clients registering their vehicles, CBSA has implemented a new validation rule which will trigger a reject if the IID contains more than one ...
Does Global Affairs require a LPCO application for GIP’s (e.g., steel GIP 80 and 81 or GIP20)?
No, application for a LPCO is not required. The GIP 80 and 81 for steel are purely statistical (no quota) the GIP # only needs to be quoted, based on the HS codes. The GIP 20 is quota related, but for general allocations (first come first serve) ...
The application for a Global Affairs Canada (GAC) permit via the IID is applicable to which group of commodities?
At this time, the permit request functionality through the IID is currently available to the beef and veal commodities group regulated by Global Affairs Canada (GAC). The functionality will later be introduced by a phased approach to further goods ...
If an importer considers the country of origin for CFIA regulated goods to be Canada, how do they declare this via the SWI IID (SO911)?
As per the ECCRD CFIA Appendix B.1, “if the country of source is Canada, please contact the CFIA directly.” To submit a SWI IID transaction that contains CFIA regulated goods with a country of origin that the importer deems to be Canada, the "Country ...
Which PGAs need to make an “active” decision as opposed to PGAs where a decision is made based on risk rules within the SWI system?
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency, Transport Canada and Global Affairs Canada (Steel, Beef & Veal, Agricultural Products, and Clothing and Textiles) need to make an “active” decision. All other PGAs (Health Canada, Natural Resources Canada, Public ...
When should a ‘4-Change’ function be sent vs. a ’52-Amendment’ function?
In regards to the SWII IID, the Message Function 4 is for pre-arrival changes whereas the Message Function 52 is for post arrival, pre-release changes. Message Function 4 (Change) All non-key fields can be changed (key fields that cannot be changed ...
How should the IID be used to report multiple cargo control numbers?
When transmitting multiple Cargo Control Numbers (CCNs) using the IID, there are a number of system rules that must be followed to ensure smooth processing at arrival. Some of the system rules are detailed in the IID ECCRD, page 25: Reporting of ...
List of PGA Regulated Commodities and Co Regulated Programs
You may find in this website below the list of 9 PGA and data element. https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/prog/sw-gu/regcom-marreg/table-eng.html
ICON usage in CASEW
How to process IID?
Create/ Submit DIF ( if PGA requires ) Create/Submit IID Generate B3 ( once IID released) /Submit B3
Regulated Commodities - Reference Code Tables- Co-regulated program
Regulated Commodities - Reference Code Tables- Co-regulated programs list for your reference - https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/prog/sw-gu/regcom-marreg/codes-eng.html
With ACROSS, one is advised if goods are referred for examination. Is a similar notice generated when a release request has been made using the IID?
In these instances, the importer/broker would receive a “held notice” once the goods have arrived and if referred to secondary as shown below: 0020 Held for CBSA: Informs clients that cargo is being held for further determination/processing and ...
How to check for IID Response?
Response Tab and all history will display acceptance, rejection notices and the error description. Each submission will be separated by the “Transaction ID” number.
Timeframes for Transmission of the IID
An IID can be sent to the CBSA for processing 90 day prior to the arrival of the goods at the FPOA in Canada. An IID will be automatically cancelled if the IID is 90 days old and there is no associated cargo or if there is an associated cargo ...
How to resolve rejection LINE/INVOICE MEASUREMENT UNIT OF MEASURE: IS INVALID?
Go to Invoice> Items > Item Details. Under commodity Details, please check if user declared at least the Item Net weight or Gross weight and UOM.
How to resolve rejection Too Many Element: Null?
Check the number of characters under the Invoice > Items > Items descriptions. It should be 35 characters. If exceeds, have it shorten to less 35 characters.
Processing of Form B2 adjustment requests
Processing of Form B2 adjustment requests 1. To request an adjustment to an accounting document, a completed Form B2 must be submitted to the CBSA. The Form B2 is required in two copies, in the following sequence: (a) the CBSA copy; and, (b) the ...
How to Create LVS shipment?
To create LVS: 1. Click IID Declaration >> Create LVS. The LVS Create Page will be displayed. LVS Create Page All mandatory fields will be displayed with * and must be filled in by the users. 1. Enter the month e.g 03 and year e.g 2019 to ...
When a SWI IID is submitted and there is more than 1 PGA, will the broker/importer receive multiple release decisions?
No. When there is more than one PGA on a SWI IID, the Canada Border Services Agency sends the data to all PGAs concerned and then a final release decision is provided back to the broker/importer. If for example, a submission included both regulated ...
Can goods that are regulated by more than one PGA be submitted in the same SWI IID transaction?
Yes, the SWI IID can be used to submit release requests for goods that are regulated by more than one PGA. For example, a shipment could contain goods regulated by the CFIA, ECCC and DFO and the release decision will be based on the combined release ...
Where can I find the CBSA Electronic Commerce Client Requirements (ECCRD) document?
Attached