Start New ACI Shipment Page (ACI eManifest)
| This article is part of the BorderConnect Software User Guide |
The Start New ACI Shipment Page is the page in BorderConnect ACI eManifest software where a user begins a new ACI shipment. It allows the user to enter the main shipment information, save the shipment, and continue to the ACI shipment details page.
The page is normally opened from the ACI eManifest Details Page by clicking Create New Shipment, or from the Start New ACI eManifest Page by using the Continue to Start New ACI Shipment Form checkbox. In both cases, the new shipment is attached to the manifest by default. The page can also be opened from the ACI eManifests menu by selecting Start New ACI Shipment, but shipments started from the menu are not automatically attached to a manifest.
Required fields are identified by the legend at the bottom of the page.
Basic Workflow
- Start the shipment from the ACI eManifest whenever possible.
- Confirm the shipment type.
- Enter the cargo control number.
- Confirm the trip number, loaded-on equipment, port, release office, and sublocation where required.
- Enter the arrival details and loading information.
- Save the shipment and continue to the ACI shipment details page.
Action Buttons
- Save Button
- Saves the data entered on the page. This button can only be used when all required fields have been completed. Saving creates the shipment and brings the user to the ACI Shipment Details Page.
- Cancel Button
- Cancels the attempt to start a new ACI shipment. Clicking this button disregards data entered on the page and brings the user to the ACI eManifest Details Page or the ACI Shipment Search Page, depending on whether the shipment was started from a manifest.
- Clear Button
- Clears data from all fields on the page.
Fields
- Attached to Trip Number
- Indicates which manifest the shipment will be attached to. This field is filled in automatically when the shipment is started from a manifest. Otherwise, select the manifest by typing the trip number in the text field and choosing the matching result. The selected manifest must already exist. This field can also be left blank to create an unassociated shipment.
- Loaded On
- Indicates where the shipment is physically loaded. This field only appears when the shipment has been started from a manifest. It defaults to the container or trailer on the manifest if there is one, or to the truck otherwise. If the default is not correct, change the selection with the drop-down menu.
- Shipment Type
- Indicates the customs clearance type for the shipment. The field defaults to PARS. If PARS is not correct, select the shipment type supplied by the importer, customs broker, or other party responsible for customs clearance. See Shipment Types for ACE and ACI eManifest for more information.
- Cargo Control Number
- A unique number used to identify the shipment for CBSA. A unique cargo control number is required for every shipment type. For PARS shipments, this is the PARS number. If the word PARS is part of the PARS number, it must be included here. The cargo control number begins with a Canadian carrier code, selected from the drop-down menu, followed by at least 4 letters or numbers entered in the text field. The cargo control number must not be the same as the trip number.
- Importer CSA Business Number
- Indicates the importer's business number to customs. This field only appears when the shipment type is CSA. When the user begins typing the business number, or a name that has previously been entered, the system checks for a matching saved business number. If no match is found, the business number is recorded for next time. The business number must be entered in the format 999999999RM9999. Stored business numbers can also be managed from the ACI CSA Importer Search Page.
- First Canadian Port of Entry
- The Canadian port where the driver will enter Canada. If the shipment was started from a manifest, this field defaults to the port entered on the manifest. Typing the city name or port code will bring up matching ports. In many cases, typing the name of the city on the U.S. side of the border will bring up the corresponding Canadian port of entry.
- Release Office
- Indicates where the shipment will be released by CBSA. For all shipment types except in-bond, this should be the same as the First Canadian Port of Entry. For in-bond shipments, it should be the CBSA office responsible for the bonded warehouse the shipment will move in-bond to. If the shipment was started from a manifest, this field defaults to the port entered on the manifest. If it is blank or incorrect, type the city name or port code and select the correct office.
- Sub Location
- Indicates the location that in-bond shipments will be bonded to. This field is required for in-bond shipments or to allow failed PARS shipments to move in-bond. Non-bonded carriers generally leave this field blank. Bonded carriers should complete it. Typing the warehouse name or sublocation code will bring up matching locations.
- Estimated Arrival Date
- The date the shipment is expected to arrive at the Canadian border. If the shipment was started from a manifest, this field defaults to the manifest's date. Otherwise, it defaults to the current date. To enter another date, type it in mm/dd/yyyy format or use the calendar tool. The currently entered date can be cleared with the eraser icon. A shipment cannot be transmitted more than 30 days in advance of arrival.
- Estimated Arrival Time
- The time the shipment is expected to arrive at the Canadian border. If the shipment was started from a manifest, this field defaults to the manifest's time. Otherwise, it defaults to the current time plus two hours. The drop-down menus can be used to set the hour, minute, and am/pm value.
- City of Loading
- The city where the goods were shipped from. This should match the city listed under the shipper's address on the paperwork. Typing the city name will bring up matching cities. It can also be entered by typing the complete city name and state code separated by a comma.
- City of Acceptance
- The city where the goods began a continuous journey to Canada. This should only be completed if the goods were taken over at a different location than the shipper's address, such as when the goods were picked up at a terminal instead of the shipper's facility. Otherwise, this field must be left blank. Typing the city name will bring up matching cities. It can also be entered by typing the complete city name and state code separated by a comma.
Uncommon Data Elements
Uncommon data elements are optional fields on the Start New ACI Shipment Page. They are hidden by default because they are not used on most ACI shipments. To reveal them, click Show All Fields at the top right of the page.
Once uncommon data elements are revealed, the user can enter additional ACI shipment details.
- Consolidated Freight
- Optional field used to indicate to CBSA that freight forwarder house bills will follow this shipment. Consolidated freight is a number of separate shipments grouped together by a consolidator or freight forwarder and shipped under one cargo control document. In that case, CBSA expects deconsolidated details on house bills after the shipment has moved in-bond.
- In Transit
- Optional field used to indicate that cargo is being shipped to another country through Canada to a foreign destination by air or sea. An in-transit shipment is processed with an in-transit manifest. This indicator is different from a typical ACI in-transit cargo exemption, which is usually a highway-based in-transit move through Canada and back into the United States.
- Unique Consignment Reference Number
- Optional field normally left blank. It is used to assign a unique number to the shipment and is not currently recommended to be completed.
- Special Instructions
- Optional field used only to provide special instructions for CBSA processing, such as overages and shortages. Otherwise, this field should be left blank.