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Commercial Driver Registration Program (CDRP)

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🔖 This article is part of the Customs Glossary Guide

Commercial Driver Registration Program (CDRP)

A CBSA program that streamlines border clearance for drivers entering Canada for CSA-approved carriers.

Type: Trusted Trader Program Region: Canada (CBSA)

Overview

An example of a CDRP Member card.

The Commercial Driver Registration Program (CDRP) is a specialized trusted trader program managed by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). It is designed to facilitate the expedited entry of commercial drivers into Canada.

The program serves as an alternative to the bi-national FAST Program. While FAST offers benefits for entering both the U.S. and Canada, CDRP provides expedited clearance only when entering Canada. It is specifically intended for drivers who work for carriers participating in the Customs Self-Assessment (CSA) program.

Who needs it? If you are a driver for a CSA-approved carrier and you cannot qualify for FAST (e.g., due to U.S. inadmissibility issues) or do not need U.S. benefits, CDRP allows you to still use the CSA lanes into Canada.


CDRP vs. FAST

Understanding the difference between CDRP and FAST is crucial for drivers deciding which program to apply for.

Feature CDRP FAST
Jurisdiction Canada Only (CBSA) Bi-national (CBSA & CBP)
Lanes Can use CSA/FAST lanes entering Canada. Can use FAST lanes entering Canada AND the U.S.
Eligibility Canadian & U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents. Canadian & U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents.
Cost Application Fee applies (See official form). $50 USD (valid for 5 years).
Vetting Vetted by Canada only. Risk-assessed by both Canada and the U.S.

Usage Scenarios

The CDRP is utilized in specific cross-border trucking scenarios:

1. CSA Clearance (Entering Canada)

Scenario: A driver works for a CSA-approved carrier and is hauling a load for a CSA-approved importer.

  • Usage: To use the streamlined CSA clearance (where the driver simply shows their photo ID/card and the carrier/importer status is verified), the driver must be a registered member of either FAST or CDRP. If the driver has neither, they cannot move the load via the CSA stream.

2. Drivers Ineligible for FAST

Scenario: A Canadian driver has a minor record that prevents U.S. entry or FAST approval, but is still admissible to Canada.

  • Usage: The driver can apply for CDRP to obtain expedited entry privileges into Canada, even if they cannot obtain FAST privileges for the U.S..

3. Domestic-Only or Northbound-Only Operations

Scenario: A U.S. based driver only hauls loads north into Canada and returns empty, or a Canadian driver never hauls commercial goods south.

  • Usage: Since they do not require expedited entry into the United States, they may opt for CDRP as a simplified alternative to the full bi-national FAST program.

How to Register

Registering for the Commercial Driver Registration Program involves a paper-based application process with the CBSA.

  • Step 1: Eligibility Check: Ensure you are a Citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada or the U.S. and meet the good character requirements (no serious criminal offenses).
  • Step 2: Documentation: Download and complete **Form E673 - Application for the Commercial Driver Registration Program**.
  • Step 3: Submission: Mail the completed application and photocopies of the required ID (Passport, Birth Certificate, or Driver's License) to the **CBSA Processing Centre** in Niagara Falls, Ontario.
  • Step 4: Assessment: The CBSA will conduct a background check. If approved, a CDRP photo ID card will be issued.

Note: Drivers are responsible for carrying their CDRP card and a valid driver's license at all times when crossing the border.

Usage in BorderConnect

For carriers using BorderConnect ACI eManifest, recording the driver's CDRP status is helpful for internal tracking, although the physical card is what matters at the border.

  • Driver Profile: In the "Driver Details" page, you can note the driver's **CDRP Number** or **FAST Number** in the "Trusted Trader / FAST ID" field.
  • CSA Loads: When setting up a CSA shipment, ensuring your driver has this designation helps dispatchers know they are eligible to haul the load.

Official Resources

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