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The '''Automated Commercial Environment (ACE)''' is U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) primary trade processing system and includes truck e-Manifest capabilities used to electronically transmit inbound truck cargo/manifest information prior to arrival at a U.S. land border crossing.<ref name="FR-ACE-2007">https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2007-01-19/pdf/FR-2007-01-19.pdf</ref><ref name="CBP-emanifest-trucks-guide">https://www.sandersbrokerage.com/dev/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ACE-Truck-Manifest-User-Guide.pdf</ref>
<h1>ACE Manifest</h1>
<p>A comprehensive guide to U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) electronic truck manifest system, compliance rules, and modernization updates.</p>
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CBP’s advance electronic truck cargo/manifest requirements are implemented under 19 CFR §123.92, which requires CBP to receive cargo information no later than the required advance timeframes (generally '''1 hour''' prior to arrival, or '''30 minutes''' for qualifying FAST movements).<ref name="ECFR-12392">https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-19/chapter-I/part-123/subpart-J/section-123.92</ref>
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[https://www.borderconnect.com BorderConnect's] [https://www.borderconnect.com/borderconnect/ace-e-manifest/index.htm ACE eManifest software] offers a web-based solution to comply with CBP’s truck e-Manifest requirements, complete with [https://www.borderconnect.com/contact 24/7 technical support.]
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== ACE Manifest Requirements ==
<h2 style="margin-top: 0;">Overview</h2>
<p><strong>Automated Commercial Environment (ACE)</strong> is U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) primary trade processing system. For highway carriers, ACE includes the <strong>Truck e-Manifest</strong> capability, which allows carriers to electronically transmit inbound truck, conveyance, and cargo information to CBP <strong>prior to arrival at a U.S. land border crossing</strong>.<ref name="FR-ACE-2007">https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2007-01-19/pdf/FR-2007-01-19.pdf</ref><ref name="CBP-emanifest-trucks-guide">https://www.sandersbrokerage.com/dev/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ACE-Truck-Manifest-User-Guide.pdf</ref></p>


=== Advance Notice (1 hour / FAST 30 minutes) ===
<p>CBP’s advance electronic truck manifest requirements are implemented under <strong>19 CFR §123.92</strong>, which establishes mandatory advance timeframes for submitting cargo and conveyance data.<ref name="ECFR-12392">https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-19/chapter-I/part-123/subpart-J/section-123.92</ref></p>
Under 19 CFR §123.92, CBP must receive the required electronic cargo information via a CBP-approved system '''no later than 1 hour prior to arrival''' at the first U.S. port of arrival (or '''30 minutes''' for FAST-qualifying movements, as applicable).<ref name="ECFR-12392" />


CBP’s truck e-Manifest capability was implemented to allow carriers to submit electronic truck manifests prior to arrival, improving efficiency while supporting border security and risk assessment.<ref name="CBP-emanifest-trucks-guide" />
<p>[https://www.borderconnect.com BorderConnect] provides a web-based [https://www.borderconnect.com/borderconnect/ace-e-manifest/index.htm ACE eManifest solution] that allows carriers to meet CBP truck e-Manifest requirements, supported by [https://www.borderconnect.com/contact 24/7 technical support].</p>


=== How ACE truck e-Manifests are filed (Portal or EDI/Service Provider) ===
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CBP supports filing truck e-Manifests through the ACE Secure Data Portal or via EDI messaging using tested software / service providers.<ref name="CBP-emanifest-trucks-guide" />
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=== Driver paperwork / cover sheet (what is presented at the border) ===
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After a manifest is successfully transmitted, carriers can print a '''manifest cover sheet''' from the manifest screen (often referred to as a lead sheet). This cover sheet is intended to help link the driver/conveyance to the electronically-filed manifest in CBP systems.<ref name="CBP-emanifest-trucks-guide" />
<h3>⏱️ ACE Truck e-Manifest at a Glance</h3>
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<h2 style="margin-top: 40px; border-bottom: 2px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;">ACE Manifest Requirements</h2>
 
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<h3>Advance Notice Timeframes</h3>
<p>Under 19 CFR §123.92, CBP must receive the required electronic truck cargo and conveyance information <strong>no later than 1 hour prior to arrival</strong> at the first U.S. port of arrival.</p>
 
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<strong>FAST Member Exception:</strong> For qualifying FAST movements, the minimum advance notice is reduced to <strong>30 minutes prior to arrival</strong>.<ref name="ECFR-12392" />
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<p style="margin-top:15px;">These requirements apply regardless of whether the manifest is transmitted directly through the ACE Secure Data Portal or via an approved software provider like BorderConnect.</p>
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<h3>Why Advance Filing is Required</h3>
CBP’s truck e-Manifest program allows officers to:
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* Perform pre-arrival risk assessment.
* Identify admissibility or targeting issues earlier.
* Improve processing efficiency at primary inspection.
* Reduce border delays caused by incomplete or late information.
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<h2 style="margin-top: 40px; border-bottom: 2px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;">Filing ACE Truck e-Manifests</h2>
 
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<h3>Transmission Methods</h3>
CBP supports two primary methods for filing:<ref name="CBP-emanifest-trucks-guide" />
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* <strong>ACE Secure Data Portal:</strong> Manual entry via CBP’s web portal.
* <strong>EDI / Service Provider:</strong> Electronic messaging using CBP-tested software such as BorderConnect.
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<p style="font-size: 0.9rem; color: #666; margin-top: 10px;">Carriers using a service provider remain fully responsible for the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of the transmitted data.</p>
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<h3>Manifest Cover Sheet</h3>
After a truck manifest is successfully transmitted and accepted by CBP, carriers can print a <strong>manifest cover sheet</strong> (commonly referred to as a <strong>lead sheet</strong>) from the manifest screen. This document helps CBP officers link the driver and conveyance at the port of entry to the electronically filed manifest.
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''Note:'' Port procedures and the specific documents requested by officers can vary by location and scenario. Carriers should ensure the driver has the appropriate paperwork for the shipment type and any applicable programs (e.g., FAST, in-bond, etc.).
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== ACE Truck Manifest Modernization (TMM) ==
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<h3>Truck Manifest Modernization (TMM)</h3>
<p>On <strong>January 30, 2022</strong>, CBP began deploying <strong>ACE Truck Manifest Modernization (TMM) – Phase 2</strong>. This initiative focused on modernizing and enhancing the user interface used by CBP officers for truck manifest processing.<ref name="CSMS-TMM-Phase2">https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDHSCBP/bulletins/31d9392</ref></p>
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* Certain validations relaxed in the legacy system are now <strong>strictly enforced</strong>.
* Carriers may encounter new errors if data is incomplete or invalid.
* The legacy truck manifest application (R4) is being retired.
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On January 30, 2022, CBP began the multi-release deployment of '''ACE Truck Manifest Modernization (TMM) – Phase 2''', focused on enhancing the CBP user interface (UI) for primary and secondary truck manifest processing. CBP advised that validations previously relaxed in the legacy truck manifest application were enforced in TMM and could generate errors for some trade users. CBP also published a deployment schedule and announced retirement of the legacy truck manifest application (R4).<ref name="CSMS-TMM-Phase2">https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDHSCBP/bulletins/31d9392</ref>
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== QR Code ACE Manifest Cover Sheet Requirements ==
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<h3>QR Code Requirements</h3>
<p>Since 2020, truck manifest cover sheets can optionally include a <strong>Quick Response (QR) code</strong>. CBP identified benefits including faster manifest retrieval, improved matching accuracy, and fewer manual steps at primary inspection.<ref name="CSMS-QR-Optional">https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDHSCBP/bulletins/27bace9</ref></p>


[[Image:Qr-barcode-ace-leadsheet.png|thumb|right|300px|QR Code Driver Leadsheet as seen in BorderConnect]]
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<strong>Mandatory at Laredo:</strong> Effective <strong>August 11, 2024</strong>, the Laredo Field Office requires QR codes on cover sheets for all its ports of entry (8 ports total).<ref name="LFO-QR-Req">https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDHSCBP/bulletins/3e4f415</ref>
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=== Optional QR codes (introduced in 2020) ===
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CBP announced that it would begin supporting an '''optional''' Quick Response (QR) Code in the ACE Truck Portal starting February 29, 2020. CBP stated that the QR code is printed on the Truck Manifest Cover Sheet and highlighted benefits such as better identification of electronically-filed manifest information, fewer driver actions, and improved match probability.<ref name="CSMS-QR-Optional">https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDHSCBP/bulletins/27bace9</ref>
[[Image:Qr-barcode-ace-leadsheet.png|thumb|center|300px|BorderConnect Generated Cover Sheet]]
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=== Laredo Field Office mandatory QR requirement (effective Aug 11, 2024) ===
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CBP’s Laredo Field Office issued a trade notice that, effective '''August 11, 2024''', a QR code is required on manifests/cover sheets in the truck environment at the '''8 ports of entry within the Laredo Field Office'''. CBP cited efficiency, speed, accuracy, and identification benefits as reasons for the requirement.<ref name="LFO-QR-Req">https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDHSCBP/bulletins/3e4f415</ref>
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== Getting Started ==
<h2 style="margin-top: 40px; border-bottom: 2px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;">Getting Started in BorderConnect</h2>


The first step is to create profiles for any drivers, trucks and trailers that may be crossing the border. The information in these profiles will be used to complete mandatory fields on your manifests. It is recommended that you enter the profile information ahead of time to facilitate creating eManifests. Please refer to the individual sections for instructions on entering and maintaining:
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*[[Creating_and_Maintaining_Driver_Profiles_(ACE_and_ACI_eManifest)|Driver profiles]]
<h3><span class="bc-step-circle">1</span> Create Profiles</h3>
*[[Creating_and_Maintaining_Passenger_Profiles_(ACE_and_ACI_eManifest)|Passenger profiles]]
<p>Before creating ACE manifests, create profiles for drivers, trucks, and trailers. This automatically populates mandatory fields and significantly reduces data entry errors.</p>
*[[Creating_and_Maintaining_Truck_Profiles_(ACE_and_ACI_eManifest)|Truck profiles]]
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*[[Creating_and_Maintaining_Trailer_Profiles_(ACE_and_ACI_eManifest)|Trailer profiles]]
* [[Creating_and_Maintaining_Driver_Profiles_(ACE_and_ACI_eManifest)|Driver Profiles]]
* [[Creating_and_Maintaining_Truck_Profiles_(ACE_and_ACI_eManifest)|Truck Profiles]]
* [[Creating_and_Maintaining_Trailer_Profiles_(ACE_and_ACI_eManifest)|Trailer Profiles]]
* [[Creating_and_Maintaining_Passenger_Profiles_(ACE_and_ACI_eManifest)|Passenger Profiles]]
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Once you are registered to use ACE with BorderConnect and you have created the driver, truck and trailer profiles, you are ready to begin creating and submitting eManifests to Customs!
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<h3><span class="bc-step-circle">2</span> Create & Submit Manifest</h3>
<p>Once profiles are set up, you can begin creating and submitting ACE truck manifests. Ensure all data is transmitted early enough to meet CBP’s advance notice requirements.</p>
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See: [[Creating_and_Submitting_a_New_ACE_Manifest_(ACE_Manifest)|Step-by-Step Guide to Creating a New ACE Manifest]]
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== ACE Manifest Instructions ==
<h2 style="margin-top: 40px; border-bottom: 2px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;">Tutorial Library</h2>
<p>Helpful videos for specific ACE scenarios.</p>


Please refer to the individual sections for complete instructions on the following:
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<h3>Related Guides</h3>
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* [[Creating_and_Submitting_a_New_ACE_Manifest_(ACE_Manifest)|Creating and submitting a new ACE Manifest]]
* [[Creating_and_Submitting_a_New_ACE_Manifest_(ACE_Manifest)|Creating and submitting a new ACE Manifest]]
* [[Correcting_Rejected_ACE_Manifests_(ACE_Manifest)|Correcting rejected ACE Manifests]]
* [[Correcting_Rejected_ACE_Manifests_(ACE_Manifest)|Correcting rejected ACE Manifests]]
* [[Updating_or_Correcting_an_Accepted_ACE_Manifest_(ACE_Manifest)|Updating or correcting an accepted manifest]]
* [[Updating_or_Correcting_an_Arrived_ACE_Manifest_(ACE_Manifest)|Updating a manifest when the driver has already arrived at the border]]
* [[ACE_Manifest_Status_Guide_(ACE_Manifest)|ACE Manifest Status Guide]]
* [[ACE_Manifest_Status_Guide_(ACE_Manifest)|ACE Manifest Status Guide]]
* [[ACE_In_Bond_(CBP_Shipment_Type)|Creating your own bonds in ACE]]
* [[ACE_In_Bond_(CBP_Shipment_Type)|Creating In-Bonds in ACE]]
* [[ACE_In_Bond_Sequences_(ACE_Manifest_/_U.S._In-Bond_Manager)|Creating and tracking your own In-Bond sequences]]
* [[Creating_a_Split_Shipment_(ACE_Manifest)|Creating split shipments]]
* [[Creating_a_Split_Shipment_(ACE_Manifest)|How to create a split shipment in ACE]]
* [[US_In_Bond_Manager_Guide_(CBP)|U.S. In-Bond Manager Guide]]
* [[Shipment_Types_For_ACE_and_ACI_eManifest|Manifesting different types of shipments]]
* [[Shipment_Types_For_ACE_and_ACI_eManifest|Manifesting different shipment types]]
* [[ACE_Shipment_CSV_Upload_Feature_(ACE_Manifest)|Uploading large volume of shipments using CSV upload feature]]
* [[ACE_Shipment_CSV_Upload_Feature_(ACE_Manifest)|Uploading shipments via CSV]]
* [[US_In_Bond_Manager_Guide_(CBP)|U.S. In-Bond Manager Guide for CBP]]
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* [[Creating_and_Managing_Insurance_Policies_(ACE Manifest)|Creating and Managing Insurance Policies]]
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== ACE Manifest Tutorial Videos ==
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[[Category:ACE Manifest Guide]]
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Latest revision as of 14:30, 24 February 2026

🔖 This article is part of the BorderConnect ACE Manifest Guide

ACE Manifest

A comprehensive guide to U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) electronic truck manifest system, compliance rules, and modernization updates.

Difficulty: Beginner Time: 15 Minutes

Overview

Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) is U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) primary trade processing system. For highway carriers, ACE includes the Truck e-Manifest capability, which allows carriers to electronically transmit inbound truck, conveyance, and cargo information to CBP prior to arrival at a U.S. land border crossing.[1][2]

CBP’s advance electronic truck manifest requirements are implemented under 19 CFR §123.92, which establishes mandatory advance timeframes for submitting cargo and conveyance data.[3]

BorderConnect provides a web-based ACE eManifest solution that allows carriers to meet CBP truck e-Manifest requirements, supported by 24/7 technical support.

⏱️ ACE Truck e-Manifest at a Glance

Requirement Standard Movements FAST Movements
Advance transmission deadline ≥ 1 hour prior to arrival ≥ 30 minutes prior to arrival
Regulatory authority 19 CFR §123.92
Transmission methods ACE Portal or approved EDI / service provider
Driver document Manifest cover sheet (lead sheet)

ACE Manifest Requirements

Advance Notice Timeframes

Under 19 CFR §123.92, CBP must receive the required electronic truck cargo and conveyance information no later than 1 hour prior to arrival at the first U.S. port of arrival.

FAST Member Exception: For qualifying FAST movements, the minimum advance notice is reduced to 30 minutes prior to arrival.[3]

These requirements apply regardless of whether the manifest is transmitted directly through the ACE Secure Data Portal or via an approved software provider like BorderConnect.

Why Advance Filing is Required

CBP’s truck e-Manifest program allows officers to:

  • Perform pre-arrival risk assessment.
  • Identify admissibility or targeting issues earlier.
  • Improve processing efficiency at primary inspection.
  • Reduce border delays caused by incomplete or late information.

Filing ACE Truck e-Manifests

Transmission Methods

CBP supports two primary methods for filing:[2]

  • ACE Secure Data Portal: Manual entry via CBP’s web portal.
  • EDI / Service Provider: Electronic messaging using CBP-tested software such as BorderConnect.

Carriers using a service provider remain fully responsible for the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of the transmitted data.

Manifest Cover Sheet

After a truck manifest is successfully transmitted and accepted by CBP, carriers can print a manifest cover sheet (commonly referred to as a lead sheet) from the manifest screen. This document helps CBP officers link the driver and conveyance at the port of entry to the electronically filed manifest.

🔖 Local port procedures and document expectations may vary. Drivers should always carry paperwork appropriate to the shipment type and any applicable programs (FAST, in-bond, etc.).

Modernization & QR Codes

Truck Manifest Modernization (TMM)

On January 30, 2022, CBP began deploying ACE Truck Manifest Modernization (TMM) – Phase 2. This initiative focused on modernizing and enhancing the user interface used by CBP officers for truck manifest processing.[4]

  • Certain validations relaxed in the legacy system are now strictly enforced.
  • Carriers may encounter new errors if data is incomplete or invalid.
  • The legacy truck manifest application (R4) is being retired.

QR Code Requirements

Since 2020, truck manifest cover sheets can optionally include a Quick Response (QR) code. CBP identified benefits including faster manifest retrieval, improved matching accuracy, and fewer manual steps at primary inspection.[5]

Mandatory at Laredo: Effective August 11, 2024, the Laredo Field Office requires QR codes on cover sheets for all its ports of entry (8 ports total).[6]

BorderConnect Generated Cover Sheet

Getting Started in BorderConnect

1 Create Profiles

Before creating ACE manifests, create profiles for drivers, trucks, and trailers. This automatically populates mandatory fields and significantly reduces data entry errors.

🔖 If you also use BorderConnect ACI eManifest software, these profiles are shared between ACE and ACI.

2 Create & Submit Manifest

Once profiles are set up, you can begin creating and submitting ACE truck manifests. Ensure all data is transmitted early enough to meet CBP’s advance notice requirements.

See: Step-by-Step Guide to Creating a New ACE Manifest

Tutorial Library

Helpful videos for specific ACE scenarios.

Related Guides

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References

  1. ↑ https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2007-01-19/pdf/FR-2007-01-19.pdf
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 https://www.sandersbrokerage.com/dev/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ACE-Truck-Manifest-User-Guide.pdf
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-19/chapter-I/part-123/subpart-J/section-123.92
  4. ↑ https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDHSCBP/bulletins/31d9392
  5. ↑ https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDHSCBP/bulletins/27bace9
  6. ↑ https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDHSCBP/bulletins/3e4f415
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