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[[File:Acishipment7.png|400px|thumb|right|Viewing the '''Start New ACI Shipment''' page]]
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The '''Start New ACI Shipment Page''' is where users create individual shipments that are reported to the [[Canada Border Services Agency - General Information|CBSA]] as part of an ACI eManifest.
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<h1>Start New ACI Shipment Page</h1>
<p>Create individual cargo entries (PARS, In-Bond, CSA) to attach to an ACI eManifest.</p>
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<span class="bc-article-pill"><i class="fas fa-box-open"></i> Type: Shipment Entry</span>
<span class="bc-article-pill"><i class="fas fa-flag-canada"></i> System: ACI eManifest</span>
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Each shipment represents a cargo control document (such as a PARS shipment or in bond movement) that will be electronically transmitted to CBSA and attached to an ACI eManifest trip.
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This page is most commonly accessed from:
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* The '''[[ACI_eManifest_Details_Page_(ACI_eManifest)|ACI eManifest Details Page]]''' by clicking '''Create New Shipment'''
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* The '''[[Start_New_ACI_eManifest_Page_(ACI_eManifest)|Start New ACI eManifest Page]]''' by selecting '''Continue to Start New ACI Shipment Form'''
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It can also be accessed directly from the '''ACI eManifests''' menu. When started this way, the shipment will be created as an '''Unassociated Shipment''' and can later be attached to a manifest.
<h2 style="margin-top: 0;">Overview</h2>
<p>The <strong>Start New ACI Shipment Page</strong> is where users create individual shipments that are reported to the [[Canada Border Services Agency - General Information|CBSA]] as part of an ACI eManifest. Each shipment represents a cargo control document (such as a PARS or In-Bond) that will be electronically transmitted to CBSA.</p></br>


{{note|Required fields are clearly marked on the page legend. All required data must be completed before the shipment can be saved or transmitted.|info}}
[[File:Acishipment7.png|800px|thumb|center|Viewing the Start New ACI Shipment page]]


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<strong>How to Access:</strong><br>
* <strong>From a Manifest:</strong> Click <strong>Create New Shipment</strong> on the [[ACI_eManifest_Details_Page_(ACI_eManifest)|ACI eManifest Details Page]].
* <strong>From Menu:</strong> Navigate to <strong>ACI eManifests</strong> → <strong>Start New ACI Shipment</strong>. (This creates an unassociated shipment).
* <strong>During Creation:</strong> Select <strong>Continue to Start New ACI Shipment Form</strong> when starting a new manifest.
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== Basic workflow ==
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Create manifest (optional)
        ↓
Create shipment
        ↓
Attach to manifest (if not already attached)
        ↓
Sync / transmit to CBSA
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== Main action buttons ==
<h2 style="margin-top: 40px; border-bottom: 2px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;">Workflow & Action Buttons</h2>
{| class="wikitable"
! Button !! Purpose
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| Save || Creates the shipment and opens the ACI Shipment Details Page
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| Cancel || Discards changes and returns to the previous page
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| Clear || Clears all entered fields
|}


== Core shipment fields ==
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The table below explains the most commonly used fields when creating an ACI shipment.
<p>The standard process for reporting a shipment involves:</p>
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1. Create Manifest (optional step).
2. <strong>Create Shipment</strong> (Enter CCN, Type, Shipper/Consignee).
3. Attach to Manifest (if not already linked).
4. Sync/Transmit to CBSA.
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{| class="wikitable"
<h3>Main Action Buttons</h3>
! Field !! What it is used for !! Key notes
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| Attached to Trip Number || Links the shipment to an ACI eManifest || Auto filled when started from a manifest. Can be left blank to create an unassociated shipment
<th style="width: 30%;">Button</th>
|-
<th>Purpose</th>
| Loaded On || Indicates where the cargo is physically loaded || Appears when started from a manifest and defaults to truck, trailer, or container
</tr>
|-
<tr>
| Shipment Type || Customs clearance type || Defaults to PARS but can be changed (In Bond, CSA, etc.)
<td><strong>Save</strong></td>
|-
<td>Creates the shipment and opens the <strong>ACI Shipment Details Page</strong> for further editing (e.g., adding commodities).</td>
| Cargo Control Number || Unique shipment identifier for CBSA || Begins with carrier code and must not match the Trip Number
</tr>
|-
<tr>
| First Canadian Port of Entry || Border crossing location || Defaults from manifest when applicable
<td><strong>Cancel</strong></td>
|-
<td>Discards changes and returns to the previous page.</td>
| Release Office || CBSA office responsible for release || Usually same as port of entry except for in bond shipments
</tr>
|-
<tr>
| Sub Location || Bonded warehouse or sub location || Required for in bond shipments
<td><strong>Clear</strong></td>
|-
<td>Clears all entered fields to start fresh.</td>
| Estimated Arrival Date || Expected border arrival date || Cannot be more than 30 days in advance
</tr>
|-
</table>
| Estimated Arrival Time || Expected arrival time || Defaults based on manifest or system time
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| City of Loading || Where goods shipped from || Should match shipper address city
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| City of Acceptance || Where carrier took possession || Only used when different from shipper location
|}


== Special shipment fields ==
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Some fields only appear depending on the shipment type selected.


;Importer CSA Business Number
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: Appears when '''Shipment Type = CSA'''. Used to enter the importer’s CSA business number in format 999999999RM9999. Previously entered numbers can be searched and reused.
<p>Required fields are clearly marked on the page legend. These are the most commonly used fields for standard PARS or In-Bond shipments.</p>


== Uncommon data elements ==
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[[File:Uncommon-data-elements-selection.png|800px]]
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<th style="width: 25%;">Field</th>
<th>What it is used for</th>
<th>Key Notes</th>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Attached to Trip Number</strong></td>
<td>Links the shipment to a manifest.</td>
<td>Auto-filled when started from a manifest. Leave blank for unassociated shipments.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Loaded On</strong></td>
<td>Indicates where cargo is physically loaded.</td>
<td>Defaults to truck, trailer, or container. Only appears if started from a manifest.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Shipment Type</strong></td>
<td>Customs clearance type.</td>
<td>Defaults to <strong>PARS</strong>. Change this for <strong>In-Bond</strong>, <strong>CSA</strong>, etc.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Cargo Control Number (CCN)</strong></td>
<td>Unique identifier for CBSA.</td>
<td>Must begin with your Carrier Code. <strong>Cannot match the Trip Number.</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>First Canadian Port of Entry</strong></td>
<td>Border crossing location.</td>
<td>Defaults from the manifest if applicable.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Release Office</strong></td>
<td>CBSA office handling the release.</td>
<td>Usually matches the Port of Entry, except for In-Bond shipments (which use the inland office).</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Sub Location</strong></td>
<td>Bonded warehouse code.</td>
<td>Required <strong>only</strong> for In-Bond shipments or RNS notifications.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Estimated Arrival Date</strong></td>
<td>Expected border arrival.</td>
<td>Cannot be more than 30 days in the future.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>City of Loading</strong></td>
<td>Where goods were shipped from.</td>
<td>Should match the Shipper's address city.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>City of Acceptance</strong></td>
<td>Where carrier took possession.</td>
<td>Only required if different from the City of Loading.</td>
</tr>
</table>


The '''Uncommon Data Elements''' section contains optional fields that are not used on most ACI shipments. These fields are hidden by default.
<h3>Special Fields</h3>
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* <strong>Importer CSA Business Number:</strong> Appears only when <strong>Shipment Type = CSA</strong>. Used to enter the importer’s CSA number (Format: <code>999999999RM9999</code>).
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To display them:
<h2 style="margin-top: 40px; border-bottom: 2px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;">Uncommon Data Elements</h2>
* Click '''Show All Fields''' at the top right of the page


[[Image:Aci-uncommon-data-elements.png|400px|thumb|left|Hidden uncommon data elements section]]
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[[File:Uncommon-data-elements-selection.png|800px|thumb|center|Selecting Uncommon Data Elements]]
<p>The <strong>Uncommon Data Elements</strong> section contains optional fields that are not used on standard shipments (e.g., Consolidated Freight). These fields are hidden by default.</p>


Once expanded, the following additional options become available.
<p>To display them, click <strong>Show All Fields</strong> at the top right of the page.</p>


{| class="wikitable"
[[Image:Aci-uncommon-data-elements.png|800px|thumb|center|Hidden uncommon data elements section]]
! Field !! When to use it !! Description
|-
| Consolidated Freight || Freight forwarder or consolidator moves || Indicates multiple house bills will follow under one control document
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| In Transit Indicator || Cargo passing through Canada to another country || Used for international in transit movements by air or sea
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| Unique Consignment Reference Number || Rarely used || Optional shipment reference number
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| Special Instructions || Exceptional situations || Used for notes such as overages or shortages
|}


=== Consolidated Freight ===
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[[File:Consolidated-freight-uncommon-data.png]]
<tr>
<th style="width: 30%;">Field</th>
<th>Description & Usage</th>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Consolidated Freight</strong></td>
<td>Indicates multiple house bills will follow under one control document. Used for freight forwarder or consolidator moves.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>In Transit Indicator</strong></td>
<td>Used for cargo moving through Canada to a foreign destination by air or sea (international in-transit).</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Unique Consignment Ref</strong></td>
<td>Optional secondary reference number. Rarely used.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Special Instructions</strong></td>
<td>Used only when exceptional handling notes (e.g., overages/shortages) are required by CBSA.</td>
</tr>
</table>


Use only when freight forwarder house bills will be transmitted after the in bond movement.
<h2 style="margin-top: 40px; border-bottom: 2px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;">Common Tips & Next Steps</h2>


=== In Transit Indicator ===
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[[File:In-transit-uncommon.png]]
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* <strong>Unique Numbers:</strong> Cargo Control Numbers (CCN) must always be unique and cannot match the Trip Number.
* <strong>Sub Location:</strong> Only use this field for In-Bond shipments or if you are a bonded carrier requiring specific warehouse notifications.
* <strong>Completion:</strong> After clicking <strong>Save</strong>, you must add Commodities and Shippers/Consignees on the Details Page before the shipment is valid.
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Use when cargo is moving through Canada to a foreign destination by air or sea using an in transit manifest.
<p><strong>Next Steps:</strong></p>
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1. Review or edit on the <strong>ACI Shipment Details Page</strong>.
2. Attach to an ACI eManifest (if unassociated).
3. Sync the manifest to transmit data to CBSA.
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</div>


=== Unique Consignment Reference Number ===
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[[File:Unique-consignment-reference-uncommon.png]]


Normally left blank unless specifically required.
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=== Special Instructions ===
Use only when CBSA requires special handling notes.
 
== Common tips ==
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• Cargo Control Numbers must always be unique 
• Trip Numbers and Cargo Control Numbers cannot be the same 
• Use Sub Location only for in bond or bonded carrier workflows 
• Most shipments do not require Uncommon Data Elements 
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== Next steps ==
After saving the shipment you can:
* Review or edit it on the '''ACI Shipment Details Page'''
* Attach it to an ACI eManifest (if not already attached)
* Sync the manifest to transmit the data to CBSA


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Latest revision as of 11:53, 11 February 2026

🔖 This article is part of the BorderConnect Software User Guide

Start New ACI Shipment Page

Create individual cargo entries (PARS, In-Bond, CSA) to attach to an ACI eManifest.

Type: Shipment Entry System: ACI eManifest

Overview

The Start New ACI Shipment Page is where users create individual shipments that are reported to the CBSA as part of an ACI eManifest. Each shipment represents a cargo control document (such as a PARS or In-Bond) that will be electronically transmitted to CBSA.


Viewing the Start New ACI Shipment page

How to Access:

  • From a Manifest: Click Create New Shipment on the ACI eManifest Details Page.
  • From Menu: Navigate to ACI eManifests → Start New ACI Shipment. (This creates an unassociated shipment).
  • During Creation: Select Continue to Start New ACI Shipment Form when starting a new manifest.

Workflow & Action Buttons

The standard process for reporting a shipment involves:

1. Create Manifest (optional step). 2. Create Shipment (Enter CCN, Type, Shipper/Consignee). 3. Attach to Manifest (if not already linked). 4. Sync/Transmit to CBSA.

Main Action Buttons

Button Purpose
Save Creates the shipment and opens the ACI Shipment Details Page for further editing (e.g., adding commodities).
Cancel Discards changes and returns to the previous page.
Clear Clears all entered fields to start fresh.

Core Shipment Fields

Required fields are clearly marked on the page legend. These are the most commonly used fields for standard PARS or In-Bond shipments.

Field What it is used for Key Notes
Attached to Trip Number Links the shipment to a manifest. Auto-filled when started from a manifest. Leave blank for unassociated shipments.
Loaded On Indicates where cargo is physically loaded. Defaults to truck, trailer, or container. Only appears if started from a manifest.
Shipment Type Customs clearance type. Defaults to PARS. Change this for In-Bond, CSA, etc.
Cargo Control Number (CCN) Unique identifier for CBSA. Must begin with your Carrier Code. Cannot match the Trip Number.
First Canadian Port of Entry Border crossing location. Defaults from the manifest if applicable.
Release Office CBSA office handling the release. Usually matches the Port of Entry, except for In-Bond shipments (which use the inland office).
Sub Location Bonded warehouse code. Required only for In-Bond shipments or RNS notifications.
Estimated Arrival Date Expected border arrival. Cannot be more than 30 days in the future.
City of Loading Where goods were shipped from. Should match the Shipper's address city.
City of Acceptance Where carrier took possession. Only required if different from the City of Loading.

Special Fields

  • Importer CSA Business Number: Appears only when Shipment Type = CSA. Used to enter the importer’s CSA number (Format: 999999999RM9999).

Uncommon Data Elements

Selecting Uncommon Data Elements

The Uncommon Data Elements section contains optional fields that are not used on standard shipments (e.g., Consolidated Freight). These fields are hidden by default.

To display them, click Show All Fields at the top right of the page.

Hidden uncommon data elements section
Field Description & Usage
Consolidated Freight Indicates multiple house bills will follow under one control document. Used for freight forwarder or consolidator moves.
In Transit Indicator Used for cargo moving through Canada to a foreign destination by air or sea (international in-transit).
Unique Consignment Ref Optional secondary reference number. Rarely used.
Special Instructions Used only when exceptional handling notes (e.g., overages/shortages) are required by CBSA.

Common Tips & Next Steps

  • Unique Numbers: Cargo Control Numbers (CCN) must always be unique and cannot match the Trip Number.
  • Sub Location: Only use this field for In-Bond shipments or if you are a bonded carrier requiring specific warehouse notifications.
  • Completion: After clicking Save, you must add Commodities and Shippers/Consignees on the Details Page before the shipment is valid.

Next Steps:

1. Review or edit on the ACI Shipment Details Page. 2. Attach to an ACI eManifest (if unassociated). 3. Sync the manifest to transmit data to CBSA.

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