Start New QP Bill of Lading Page (U.S. In-Bond Manager)
Last updated 14 August 2026
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| This article is part of the BorderConnect Software User Guide and the BorderConnect U.S. In-Bond Manager Guide |
The Start New QP Bill of Lading Page is the page in BorderConnect U.S. In-Bond Manager where a user enters bill of lading details for a QP in-bond. It allows the user to enter the master bill number, cargo origin, weight, foreign shipper, and consignee before saving the bill of lading.
The page is normally opened by clicking Save and Add QP Bill of Lading after entering the initial QP in-bond details on the Start New QP In-Bond Page. Tooltips below specific fields provide additional details and indicate when fields are optional.
The bill of lading information helps identify the cargo being moved under the in-bond and connects the QP filing to the shipment parties, origin details, and weight information. Users should enter the bill details exactly as they appear on the commercial and transportation documents whenever possible.
Video Walkthrough
Basic Workflow
- Start the QP in-bond from the Start New QP In-Bond Page.
- Click Save and Add QP Bill of Lading.
- Enter the master bill number.
- Enter the foreign port of lading and place of pre-receipt if applicable.
- Enter the gross weight and unit of measure.
- Assign the foreign shipper and consignee.
- Save the bill of lading and continue building the QP in-bond.
Fields
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Master Bill Number | Assigns the master bill of lading number to the QP in-bond. Clicking the SCAC allows the user to change the SCAC. The bill number should match the transportation document used for the in-bond movement. |
| Link In-Bond to Existing Ocean/Air Bill | Select this checkbox to link the bill of lading to an existing ocean or air bill. By default, this option is not selected. Use this option only when the QP in-bond should be associated with a bill already on file. |
| Foreign Port of Lading | Indicates where the foreign goods originated. This can be assigned by entering the foreign port code or the name of the location. |
| Place of Pre-Receipt | Indicates where the carrier first took possession of the foreign goods. This field is optional and can be assigned by entering the port code or the name of the location. |
| Gross Weight | Enter the gross weight of the goods in either pounds or kilograms. The weight should match the supporting shipment documents where possible. |
| Foreign Shipper | Indicates the foreign shipper of the goods. This can be assigned by entering the shipper name or address. If the shipper does not appear, click Add Foreign Shipper at the bottom of the results section. |
| Consignee | Indicates the consignee or destination of the goods. This can be assigned by entering the consignee name or address. If the consignee does not appear, click Add Consignee at the bottom of the results section. |
Bill Number Tips
The master bill number should be entered consistently across the QP in-bond, supporting documents, and any related status queries. If the bill number uses a carrier prefix, confirm that the correct SCAC is selected before saving.
Avoid adding spaces, punctuation, or extra text unless it appears in the official bill number format being used for the shipment. A mismatch between the bill number on the QP filing and the bill number on the supporting paperwork can make it harder to locate or verify the in-bond later.
Shipper and Consignee
The foreign shipper should identify the party shipping the goods from the foreign origin. The consignee should identify the party or destination receiving the goods.
If the correct party is not already saved in BorderConnect, use the add option shown in the search results. Keeping shipper and consignee profiles accurate can reduce repeated data entry and help avoid errors on future QP in-bond filings.
After Saving
After the QP bill of lading is saved, continue completing the remaining QP in-bond information from the applicable QP in-bond workflow. Review the bill number, origin information, weight, foreign shipper, and consignee before transmitting the QP in-bond to CBP.
If the in-bond has already been filed and the user needs to confirm its status, use the Send In-Bond Status Query Page or review previous query results from the Search In-Bond Status Queries Page.