ACE InBond 7512
What are the exceptions concerning the elimination of the 7512 Document?
The exceptions for the 7512 document for in-bond shipment include: - Shipments transported by aircraft - Differences in requirements of specific CBP ports - Requirements for foreign trade movements and bonded warehouses Given that it is not possible ...
What is Concluded Status?
In some situations, the in-bond will be included by the filing of a succeeding bond. In such an instance, the in-bond will show as "arrived." Once a succeeding in-bond is filed, the previous one will be designated as "Concluded" given that the ...
What is Exported Status?
Goods that have left the US are designated as exported once they have been reported as such to the CBP through electronic means. They could also be deemed exported when the shipment is in a location in which export is reasonably certain. For ...
What is Arrived Status?
An in-bond will be designated as arrived once it reached the destination port in the United States and its arrival reported to the Customs Border Protection Agency electronically. Such a designation will typically complete the in-bond process for ...
What is Enroute Status?
An enroute designation is given to a shipment upon initial entry into the United States. It can also be given immediately after the creation of the in-bond if it is for a foreign trade zone withdrawal or a bonded warehouse. According to regulations, ...
What is On File Status?
Once the in-bond is sent and on file with CBP.
What about the new HTS requirement for Immediate Transportation in-bonds?
The regulations will require all types of in-bonds to include a six digit Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) number when they are filed, including in-bond types that didn’t previously require an HTS number such as Immediate Transportation. ...
Is it true the paper 7512 copy of the in-bond is being eliminated?
The paper 7512 can no longer be presented to CBP to arrive and export an in-bond, and the regulations do include the elimination of the paper 7512. However, there are numerous exceptions to this, including shipments moving by air, the requirements of ...
Okay, so I’m having someone else handle electronic reporting of arrivals and exports for me. Is there any way for me to check their work so that I don’t end up with a surprise penalty?
Yes. GeTS Portal for ABI/In-Bond Reporting offers an in-bond status query feature that allows you to verify the current status of your in-bond with CBP. The status query response would also allow you to verify other details such as the in-bond ...
Another carrier has offered to handle electronic reporting for me. Is that okay?
Yes, carriers, freight forwarders, and bonded warehouses may offer to handle electronic reporting for carriers they are doing business with. If they have access to a CBP-approved EDI system and you provide them with a letter of authorization, they ...
A customs broker is setting up my in-bonds for me. Doesn’t that mean they’ll be handling the arrival and export reporting for me too?
Many customs brokers may offer this as an additional service, but they are not required to do so. You would need to check in with them to determine if it’s a service they offer, what rates they charge, and what their requirements are.
What about the new FIRMS code requirement for arrival reporting? What is a FIRMS code, and how do I know which one to use?
The in-bond regulation changes also mandate that a FIRMS code must be included when reporting the arrival of an in-bond. The FIRMS code tells CBP more specifically where the in-bond shipment has arrived. Where the port code tells CBP the general ...
Can you take me through all of the statuses in the in-bond process?
1. On File: An in-bond will have this status when it has first been created, but before the shipment enters the U.S. 2. Arrived: An in-bond will attain Arrived status once it has reached its destination port in the U.S., and its arrival has been ...
What is in-bond export? When does it take place, and when is it required to be reported?
In-bonds of type 62 (Transportation and Exportation) and 63 (Immediate Export) cover the movement of a shipment that is destined outside of the U.S. Export of the in-bond takes place when the shipment has physically left the U.S., or when the ...
What is in-bond arrival? When does it take place, and when is it required to be reported?
In-bonds of type 61 (Immediate Transportation) and 62 (Transportation and Exportation) cover the movement of a shipment through the U.S., beginning at an originating port and ending at a destination port. In-Bond arrival takes place when the shipment ...
I’m already arriving and exporting my in-bonds using ACE eManifest. Am I all set?
That depends. You are meeting your electronic reporting requirements for those in-bonds that you’re handling that way. But if you ever pick up in-bond shipments within the U.S., there would be no ACE eManifest for you to use for reporting, so you ...
What are my options for electronic reporting of in-bond arrival and export?
There are four options: 1. Using a CBP-approved QP/WP program. GeTS Portal for ABI/In-Bond Reporting is CBP-approved for this purpose and allows clients to arrive and export their in-bonds. 2. Contracting an agent to arrive and export in-bonds for ...
Whose responsibility is electronic reporting of arrival and export?
The carrier whose bond is obligated on the in-bond shipment is ultimately responsible for ensuring that the in-bond is arrived and, if required, exported. The arrival and export reporting may be done by any authorized agent of the responsible ...
Does this mean I won’t have to stop at the CBP port anymore?
It’s possible that you would still need to report in to CBP at the port if the goods in your shipment are regulated by other government departments or CBP policy otherwise requires it. But if the purpose of stopping at the CBP port is only to report ...
What is changing with the new in-bond regulations on July 29th? What do I have to do differently?
The biggest change is that in-bond arrivals and exports must now be reported electronically. Until this point it was possible to report to CBP with a paper copy of the 7512, and a CBP officer would arrive and export the in-bond for you, “closing” the ...
How to Report an In-Bond Export?
GeTS Portal can be accessed by choosing an Action code: 5 - Export entire in bond from destination and provide the following information: In-Bond Entry Number: The main number identifying the in-bond to CBP. Should be 9 numeric digits, with no ...
How to Report an In-Bond Arrival?
GeTS Portal can be accessed by choosing an Action code: 1 - Arrive entire in‑bond at destination and provide the following information: In-Bond Entry Number: The main number identifying the in-bond to CBP. Should be 9 numeric digits, with no spaces, ...
Does GeTS has a Portal where we can report an In-Bond Arrival and Export?
Yes. GeTS provides a fast and easy way to meet CBP's new in-bond requirements. Electronically arrive and export your U.S. in-bonds with minimal data entry. https://global.crimsonlogic.com/
What is a FIRMS Code (CBP)?
A Facilities Information and Resources Management System (FIRMS) Code is a four digit alpha-numeric identifier assigned by U.S. Customs and Border Protection to: 1. Container Freight Stations, 2. Warehouse Deconsolidators, 3. Foreign Trade Zones, 4. ...
What are the In-Bond Requirements?
On July 29th, 2019 CBP will be making changes to the in-bond process. https://content.govdelivery.com/bulletins/gd/USDHSCBP-24effce Notable Changes To The In-Bond Process 1. Electronic reporting of in-bond arrival and export is mandatory. CBP will ...
Can an air carrier close an electronic 7512 if it has access to the QP/WP system?
If the air carrier initiates the CBPF 7512 via QP, then the air carrier will be able to close it. Likewise, if another entity initiates a CBPF 7512 on behalf of the airline, the air carrier will be able to close it, provided the CBPF 7512 is under ...
If an exporter uses QP to file an in-bond, obligating the carrier's custodial bond, (including air shipments), does this obligate the carrier to close the in-bond electronically in QP?
An exporter would not file an in-bond for cargo arriving in the United States. However, for all applicable parties that file a QP transmission, the arrival and export is filed via a WP transmission. While Air shipments are not included in the file ...
Is carrier remains responsible for reporting the arrival of the in-bond within 2 business days?
Yes, the bonded carrier is responsible for reporting the arrival of the in-bond within 2 business days after actual arrival. Business relationships necessary to ensure this are the responsibility of bonded carriers when obligating their bonds.
For sealed containers carrying in-transit merchandise, does this mean that the bonded carrier will no longer have to request CBP approval to break the seals to trans-load?
19 CFR 18.4 in the final rule states that seals may be removed for the purpose of transferring in-bond merchandise to another conveyance, compartment or container, or to gain access to the shipment because of casualty or for other good reason, such ...
What are the basic processing requirements for moving cargo In-Bond?
Mandatory electronic document filing: In-bonds may be rejected for the following reasons: The carrier’s bond is invalid or inactive; The in-bond number is invalid or has been used previously on an in- bond shipment; Required data elements are ...
What does 'Shortening of In-Transit time' means?
The in-transit time will only be shortened when required by another agency's transit requirements. The primary reason why CBP would shorten the in-transit time would be to comply with U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) statutory requirements ...
What does 'Start of In-Transit Time' means?
The in-transit time will not begin until vessel arrival or CBP movement authorization, whichever is later. CBP recognizes that there are many circumstances in which it may not be practicable to export in-bond merchandise within 15 days of arrival at ...
What is the timeframe for In-Transit pertaining to barge shipments?
Due to the special circumstances pertaining to travel by barge, CBP will allow for a 60-day in-transit time for barge shipments. CBP will consider on a case-by-case basis whether to grant an extension of the in-transit time period and if so, the ...
If I am filing an in-bond transaction for a Customs Bonded Warehouse (CBW), Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) or Vessel/Aircraft Supply withdrawal for export or re-warehouse am I required to file electronically. If yes, am I still required to supply paper?
Yes, the bonded movement from CBWs and FTZs do require the submission of in-bond applications via the electronic interfaces. That means that an IT, T&E or IE transaction must be filed in ACE to cover the bonded movement outside of the warehouse. ...
What about local port policy regarding in-bond procedures?
The trade should continue to abide by the regulations found at 19 CFR 18. Local port policy should be discussed with the port director. CBP ports use a variety of audit procedures to verify bonded movement, including the presentation of paper in-bond ...
Who are the authorized Bonded Carriers?
Bonded Carriers - are authorized to receive merchandise (19 CFR 112.1) for transportation from one port to another in the U.S. They include: Common Carrier Contract Carrier Freight Forwarder Private Carrier Common Carrier - A carrier of merchandise ...
What is In-Bond movement?
In-Bond Movements - The movement of the merchandise is guaranteed by a custodial bond filed with CBP that obligates the carrier to pay a penalty or liquidated damage assessment for noncompliance with the regulations governing the movement of in-bond ...
What is In-Bond?
In-Bond - A procedure that allows the movement of merchandise through the United States without payment of duty and taxes prior to entry into domestic or foreign commerce. It is established by statute (19 USC 1551, 19 USC 1552 and 19 USC 1553) and ...
What are the Key Dates for enforcement of new In-Bond Regulations?
September 28, 2017 – Publication in Federal Register with 60 day implementation; November 27, 2017 – Implementation of Regulations – regulations effective on this date; July 2, 2018 – Mandatory electronic creation of in-bond transactions went into ...
How do I obtain a filer code?
Importers, brokers or carriers seeking a filer code, must write a letter to the Port Director of the port where their entries are filed, to the attention of the Broker Management Officer. If you have operations at more than one port, make your ...
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