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{{note|This article is part of the [[ACI_eManifest_Software_User_Guide_(CBSA)|BorderConnect ACI eManifest Guide]]|info}}
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<h1>Preparing ACI eManifests (Two-Carrier Scenarios)</h1>
<p>A guide to handling "Referenced Shipments" when one carrier contracts another to transport goods into Canada.</p>
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<span class="bc-article-pill"><i class="fas fa-handshake"></i> Type: Tutorial</span>
<span class="bc-article-pill"><i class="far fa-clock"></i> Time: 15 Minutes</span>
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<h2 style="margin-top: 0;">Overview</h2>
<p>In ACI eManifest, a <strong>Referenced Shipment</strong> occurs when a primary carrier hires a secondary carrier to physically transport goods into Canada.</p>

<p>This process requires two separate filings that link together in CBSA's system:</p>
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* <strong>Primary Carrier:</strong> Owns the shipment and submits the <strong>Cargo Data</strong>.
* <strong>Secondary Carrier:</strong> Transports the goods and submits the <strong>Conveyance (Trip) Data</strong>.
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<strong>Authorization:</strong> No formal authorization letter is required for this specific linkage; the electronic link between the Trip Number and Cargo Control Number (CCN) serves as the authorization.
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<h3>🤝 Roles & Responsibilities</h3>
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<th style="width: 30%;">Role</th>
<th>Responsible For</th>
<th>Carrier Code Used</th>
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<td><strong>Primary Carrier</strong></td>
<td>Shipment (Cargo) Information</td>
<td>Used in the <strong>Cargo Control Number (CCN)</strong></td>
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<td><strong>Secondary Carrier</strong></td>
<td>Trip (Conveyance) Information</td>
<td>Used in the <strong>Trip Number</strong></td>
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<h2 style="margin-top: 40px; border-bottom: 2px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;">Role 1: The Primary Carrier</h2>
<p>The Primary Carrier must submit the shipment data <strong>without</strong> attaching it to a trip.</p>

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<h3><span class="bc-step-circle">1</span> Create Unassociated Shipment</h3>
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* Navigate to <strong>ACI eManifests</strong> &rarr; <strong>Start New ACI Shipment</strong>.
* <strong>Crucial:</strong> Leave "Attached to Trip Number" <strong>BLANK</strong>.
* Enter the <strong>Port of Entry</strong> where the Secondary Carrier will cross.
* Complete all Shipper, Consignee, and Commodity details normally.
* Click <strong>Save</strong>.
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[[File:Acishipmentunattached1.png|thumb|center|800px|Leaving Trip Number Blank]]
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<h3><span class="bc-step-circle">2</span> Transmit to CBSA</h3>
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* Inside the shipment, locate the <strong>Send to CBSA</strong> menu.
* Select <strong>Send New Shipment Request</strong>.
* Wait for the status to change to <strong>On File with CBSA</strong>.
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[[File:SendNewShipmentRequest.jpg|thumb|center|Sending the Shipment]]
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<strong>Next Step:</strong> You must provide the <strong>Secondary Carrier</strong> with the <strong>Cargo Control Number (CCN)</strong> and the <strong>Port of Entry</strong> you used.
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<h2 style="margin-top: 40px; border-bottom: 2px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;">Role 2: The Secondary Carrier</h2>
<p>The Secondary Carrier creates the trip and links to the Primary Carrier's existing shipment.</p>

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<h3><span class="bc-step-circle">1</span> One-Time Setup</h3>
<p>Before starting, ensure your account is configured to allow this.</p>
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* Go to <strong>Account &rarr; Company Settings</strong>.
* Under <strong>ACI eManifest Settings</strong>, set <strong>Allow ACI "Reference Only" Shipments</strong> to <strong>Yes</strong>.
* Go to <strong>Account &rarr; Canadian Carrier Codes</strong> and add the Primary Carrier's code (so the system recognizes it).
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<h3><span class="bc-step-circle">2</span> Create the Trip</h3>
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* Navigate to <strong>ACI eManifests</strong> &rarr; <strong>Start New ACI eManifest</strong>.
* Enter your Trip Number, Driver, Truck, and Trailer.
* <strong>Crucial:</strong> Ensure the <strong>Port of Entry</strong> matches the Primary Carrier's shipment exactly.
* Click <strong>Save</strong>.
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[[File:Acidetailsdiff1.png|thumb|center|Trip Details]]
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<h3><span class="bc-step-circle">3</span> Link the Shipment</h3>
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* Click <strong>Create New Shipment</strong>.
* Check the box: ☑ <strong>Shipment Reference Only</strong>.
* Enter the <strong>Cargo Control Number (CCN)</strong> provided by the Primary Carrier.
* Click <strong>Save</strong>.
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[[File:Acishipmentattached1.png|thumb|center|Linking Referenced Shipment]]
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<h3><span class="bc-step-circle">4</span> Transmit</h3>
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* Click <strong>Sync with CBSA</strong> on the manifest page.
* Once accepted, the status will update to <strong>On File with CBSA</strong>.
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[[File:Acishipmentaccepted1.png|thumb|center|Accepted Status]]
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<h2 style="margin-top: 40px; border-bottom: 2px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;">Verifying Release (PARS)</h2>

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<h3>Using Status Queries</h3>
<p>Because the shipment uses another carrier's code, transaction numbers (PARS updates) will not auto-populate on your board. You must request them manually.</p>
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* Open the <strong>Shipment Details Page</strong>.
* Click <strong>Send Status Query</strong>.
* CBSA will return the current status (e.g., Transaction Number) if available.
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See: [[Status_Query_Feature_(CBSA_Shipments)|Status Query Guide]]
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<h3>❌ Common Rejects</h3>
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<td><strong>Invalid Status of Related Request</strong></td>
<td>The Shipment is not on file yet. Confirm the Primary Carrier has accepted their shipment first.</td>
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<td><strong>CCN Cannot Be Related to 2 Conveyances</strong></td>
<td>The shipment is already linked to another trip. Ask the Primary Carrier to "De-link" it from any previous trips.</td>
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<td><strong>Port Code Must Match</strong></td>
<td>The Trip Port differs from the Shipment Port. Correct your trip port or ask the Primary Carrier to update the shipment port.</td>
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