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{{note|This article explains how to register your company with BorderConnect, why specific information is required, and how it connects to your ability to submit ACI and ACE eManifests.|info}}
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= How to Register With BorderConnect =
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<h1>Registering with BorderConnect</h1>
<p>A step-by-step guide to creating your account, selecting services, and completing the government activation process.</p>
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<span class="bc-article-pill"><i class="fas fa-user-plus"></i> Type: Onboarding</span>
<span class="bc-article-pill"><i class="far fa-clock"></i> Time: 10 Minutes</span>
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Registering with BorderConnect lets highway carriers transmit electronic manifests to Canadian and U.S. customs authorities. Before registering, make sure you've completed the required government onboarding (such as obtaining a valid Carrier Code for CBSA or SCAC for CBP). See [[Onboarding_for_BorderConnect:_Be_Ready_to_File_ACI_(Canada)_and/or_ACE_(U.S.)|Onboarding for BorderConnect]] for those prerequisites.
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When you access the BorderConnect registration wizard, the form requests a combination of company details, contact information, and login credentials. Each item supports compliance, data accuracy, and connection to government systems.
<h2 style="margin-top: 0;">Overview</h2>
<p>Registering with BorderConnect allows highway carriers to transmit electronic manifests directly to Canadian and U.S. customs authorities. The registration wizard collects the necessary company details to ensure compliance and data accuracy.</p>


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[[File:Create-borderconnect-account-page.png|800px|thumb|center|Create your BOrderConnect Account registration page.]]


== Step 1 — Choose Your Services ==
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<strong>Prerequisites:</strong> Before registering, ensure you have your <strong>Canadian Carrier Code</strong> (for CBSA) or <strong>SCAC Code</strong> (for CBP) ready. See [[BorderConnect_Onboarding_and_Readiness_Guide|Onboarding for BorderConnect]].
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The first part of the registration form asks which services you intend to use, such as:
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* ACE eManifest
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* ACI eManifest
<h3><span class="bc-step-circle">1</span> Choose Your Services</h3>
* RNS (PARS) tracking 
<p>The first step ensures your account is configured with the correct workflows. Select the services you intend to use:</p>
* eManifest API integration 
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* U.S. In-Bond Manager
* <strong>ACE eManifest:</strong> For U.S. bound shipments (CBP).
* <strong>ACI eManifest:</strong> For Canada bound shipments (CBSA).
* <strong>RNS (PARS) Tracking:</strong> Real-time release updates from brokers.
* <strong>U.S. In-Bond Manager:</strong> For filing 7512 in-bonds (QP/QX).
* <strong>eManifest API:</strong> For integrating with your own software.
* <strong>24-Hour Processing:</strong> Fax/Email service for manual processing.
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Selecting services up front ensures your account is configured with the correct workflows and features.
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<h3><span class="bc-step-circle">2</span> Company Information</h3>
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<th style="width: 40%;">Field</th>
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<td><strong>Company Name</strong></td>
<td>Identifies your legal business entity on manifests.</td>
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<td><strong>Carrier Code</strong></td>
<td>Links you to CBSA for ACI filing.</td>
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<td><strong>SCAC Code</strong></td>
<td>Links you to CBP for ACE filing.</td>
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== Step 2 — Company Information ==
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<h3><span class="bc-step-circle">3</span> Head Office Address</h3>
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<td><strong>Address</strong></td>
<td>Verification, billing, and correspondence.</td>
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<td><strong>Phone/Email</strong></td>
<td>System alerts and support contact.</td>
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<td><strong>Time Zone</strong></td>
<td>Ensures accurate deadline tracking (1-hour rule).</td>
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| Company Name || Appears on manifests and identifies your legal business entity
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| Canadian Carrier Code || Links your company to CBSA for ACI eManifest filing
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| SCAC Code || Links your company to CBP for ACE manifest submissions
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Accurate carrier identifiers are essential to avoid rejected transmissions.
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<h3><span class="bc-step-circle">4</span> Primary Contact</h3>
<p>This person becomes the main account administrator.</p>
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* <strong>Name & Title</strong>
* <strong>Email Address</strong>
* <strong>Phone Number</strong>
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== Step 3 — Head Office & Billing Address ==
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<h3><span class="bc-step-circle">5</span> Create Login</h3>
<p>Secure your account access.</p>
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* <strong>Username</strong>
* <strong>Password</strong> (Strong, unique)
* <strong>Two-Factor Auth</strong> (Optional but recommended)
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| Business Address || Used for verification, correspondence, and billing
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== Step 4 — Primary Contact ==
<h2 style="margin-top: 40px; border-bottom: 2px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;">Step 6: Service Activation & Timelines</h2>
<p>After submitting your registration, you will receive an email to verify your account. Certain services require additional government approval before they go live.</p>


The primary contact becomes the main account administrator.
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<h3>🇨🇦 ACI eManifest & RNS Activation</h3>
<p>If you selected ACI or RNS services, BorderConnect will send you the specific registration forms required by CBSA.</p>


Information collected includes:
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* <strong>Action:</strong> Fill out the forms using your company info and return them to BorderConnect.
* <strong>Process:</strong> BorderConnect registers your company with CBSA's systems on your behalf.
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* Name 
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* Title 
<strong>Timeline:</strong> ACI and RNS services typically take <strong>2 to 10 business days</strong> to become fully active after forms are submitted.
* Email address 
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* Phone number 
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This ensures BorderConnect can reach your company quickly if issues arise.
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<h3>🇺🇸 U.S. In-Bond Manager Activation</h3>
<p>To use the In-Bond Manager or QP Filing, you must obtain a <strong>CBP Filer Code</strong>.</p>


== Step 5 — Create Your Login ==
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* <strong>Action:</strong> Sign the <strong>Letter of Intent</strong> provided by BorderConnect and return it.
* <strong>Process:</strong> BorderConnect submits the filer code request to CBP on your behalf.
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You will create:
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<strong>Timeline:</strong> Filer code applications generally take <strong>5 to 20 business days</strong> to be processed by CBP.
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* Username 
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* Password 
<h3>📠 24-Hour eManifest Processing (Fax/Email)</h3>
* Optional two-factor authentication 
<p>If you selected the processing service, you will be provided with standardized fax forms.</p>
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* <strong>Forms:</strong> Designed to capture all required ACE/ACI data fields.
* <strong>Process:</strong> You complete the form for each trip and fax/email it to BorderConnect.
* <strong>Filing:</strong> Our staff enters the data, transmits it to customs, and confirms acceptance.
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This protects your manifest data and account security.
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<h3>Next Steps After Registration</h3>
== Step 6 — Finalize Registration ==
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* [[BorderConnect_Software_User_Guide|BorderConnect Software User Guide]]
After submitting:
* [[Creating_and_Submitting_a_New_ACI_eManifest_(ACI_eManifest)|Submit your first ACI eManifest]]
* [[Creating_and_Submitting_a_New_ACE_Manifest_(ACE_Manifest)|Submit your first ACE Manifest]]
* [[US_In_Bond_Manager_Guide_(CBP)|U.S. In-Bond Manager Guide]]
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* You will receive an email to verify your account 
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* Your services will be activated based on selections 
* Additional steps may follow for ACI eManifest activation 


== Why BorderConnect Collects This Information ==
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BorderConnect connects directly to customs systems in Canada and the United States. 
 
The information you provide allows:
 
* Accurate manifest submissions 
* Proper carrier identification 
* Compliance timing enforcement 
* Secure access control 
 
== Next Steps After Registration ==
 
* [[Onboarding_for_BorderConnect:_Be_Ready_to_File_ACI_(Canada)_and/or_ACE_(U.S.)|Complete government onboarding]]
* [[Creating_and_Submitting_a_New_ACI_eManifest_(ACI_eManifest)|Submit your first ACI eManifest]]
* [[Creating_and_Submitting_a_New_ACE_Manifest_(ACE_Manifest)|Submit your first ACE Manifest]]

Latest revision as of 15:16, 24 February 2026

🔖 This article is part of the BorderConnect Software User Guide and the Customs Compliance Guide

Registering with BorderConnect

A step-by-step guide to creating your account, selecting services, and completing the government activation process.

Type: Onboarding Time: 10 Minutes

Overview

Registering with BorderConnect allows highway carriers to transmit electronic manifests directly to Canadian and U.S. customs authorities. The registration wizard collects the necessary company details to ensure compliance and data accuracy.

Create your BOrderConnect Account registration page.

Prerequisites: Before registering, ensure you have your Canadian Carrier Code (for CBSA) or SCAC Code (for CBP) ready. See Onboarding for BorderConnect.

1 Choose Your Services

The first step ensures your account is configured with the correct workflows. Select the services you intend to use:

  • ACE eManifest: For U.S. bound shipments (CBP).
  • ACI eManifest: For Canada bound shipments (CBSA).
  • RNS (PARS) Tracking: Real-time release updates from brokers.
  • U.S. In-Bond Manager: For filing 7512 in-bonds (QP/QX).
  • eManifest API: For integrating with your own software.
  • 24-Hour Processing: Fax/Email service for manual processing.

2 Company Information

Field Why It’s Required
Company Name Identifies your legal business entity on manifests.
Carrier Code Links you to CBSA for ACI filing.
SCAC Code Links you to CBP for ACE filing.

3 Head Office Address

Field Purpose
Address Verification, billing, and correspondence.
Phone/Email System alerts and support contact.
Time Zone Ensures accurate deadline tracking (1-hour rule).

4 Primary Contact

This person becomes the main account administrator.

  • Name & Title
  • Email Address
  • Phone Number

5 Create Login

Secure your account access.

  • Username
  • Password (Strong, unique)
  • Two-Factor Auth (Optional but recommended)

Step 6: Service Activation & Timelines

After submitting your registration, you will receive an email to verify your account. Certain services require additional government approval before they go live.

🇨🇦 ACI eManifest & RNS Activation

If you selected ACI or RNS services, BorderConnect will send you the specific registration forms required by CBSA.

  • Action: Fill out the forms using your company info and return them to BorderConnect.
  • Process: BorderConnect registers your company with CBSA's systems on your behalf.

Timeline: ACI and RNS services typically take 2 to 10 business days to become fully active after forms are submitted.

🇺🇸 U.S. In-Bond Manager Activation

To use the In-Bond Manager or QP Filing, you must obtain a CBP Filer Code.

  • Action: Sign the Letter of Intent provided by BorderConnect and return it.
  • Process: BorderConnect submits the filer code request to CBP on your behalf.

Timeline: Filer code applications generally take 5 to 20 business days to be processed by CBP.

📠 24-Hour eManifest Processing (Fax/Email)

If you selected the processing service, you will be provided with standardized fax forms.

  • Forms: Designed to capture all required ACE/ACI data fields.
  • Process: You complete the form for each trip and fax/email it to BorderConnect.
  • Filing: Our staff enters the data, transmits it to customs, and confirms acceptance.

Next Steps After Registration

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