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<h1>U.S. In-Bond Manager</h1>
<p>A complete guide to electronically filing, updating, and monitoring U.S. in-bond shipments directly with CBP via ACE.</p>
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The '''BorderConnect U.S. In-Bond Manager''' is an add-on module that allows users to electronically file, update, and monitor U.S. in-bond shipments directly with [[US Customs and Border Protection - General Information|U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)]]. The module supports required electronic reporting of in-bond '''arrivals''', '''exports''', '''diversions''', and related updates through ACE, while also providing visibility into in-bond status through integrated In-Bond Status Queries.
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This guide explains the regulatory background, compliance requirements, and how to use BorderConnect’s In-Bond Manager to meet CBP’s electronic in-bond obligations.
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<h2 style="margin-top: 0;">Overview</h2>
<p>The <strong>BorderConnect U.S. In-Bond Manager</strong> is an add-on module that allows users to electronically file, update, and monitor U.S. in-bond shipments directly with [[US Customs and Border Protection - General Information|U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)]].</p>


== Introduction ==
<p>The module supports required electronic reporting of in-bond <strong>arrivals</strong>, <strong>exports</strong>, <strong>diversions</strong>, and related updates through ACE, while also providing visibility into in-bond status through integrated In-Bond Status Queries.</p>


CBP published a final rule in 2017 that modernized the U.S. in-bond process and expanded mandatory electronic reporting through ACE (Automated Commercial Environment).<ref name="FR_InBond_FinalRule_2017">https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2017-20495.pdf</ref>
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<strong>Enforcement Notice:</strong> Since July 29, 2019, CBP requires all covered in-bond arrivals, exports, and diversions to be reported <strong>electronically through ACE</strong>. Paper CBP Form 7512 is no longer accepted for these functions.<ref name="CSMS_Enforcement_2019_07_29">https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDHSCBP/bulletins/24effce</ref>
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CBP later announced enforcement requiring that '''all covered in-bond arrivals, exports, and diversions be reported electronically through ACE effective July 29, 2019'''. As of that date, CBP no longer accepts paper '''CBP Form 7512''' to perform arrival or export reporting for covered shipments (with limited exemptions, such as air mode).<ref name="CSMS_Enforcement_2019_07_29">https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDHSCBP/bulletins/24effce</ref>
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While paper documentation may still be used for local port operations or as supporting paperwork, '''electronic reporting is the compliance requirement'''. Paper documents do not replace required ACE updates.<ref name="CSMS_Enforcement_2019_07_29" />
<h2 style="margin-top: 40px; border-bottom: 2px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;">Key Compliance Requirements</h2>


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<h3>Regulatory Rules & Deadlines</h3>
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<td><strong>Electronic Reporting</strong></td>
<td>Required for all arrivals, exports, and diversions.</td>
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<td><strong>Arrival Deadline</strong></td>
<td>Within <strong>2 business days</strong> of arrival at destination.<ref name="CFR_19_18_1_Cornell">https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/19/18.1</ref></td>
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<td><strong>Export Deadline</strong></td>
<td>Generally within <strong>2 business days</strong> of export.<ref name="CFR_19_18_7_Cornell">https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/19/18.7</ref></td>
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<td><strong>FIRMS Code</strong></td>
<td><strong>Mandatory</strong> for arrival reporting (all modes except air).<ref name="CSMS_FIRMS_Required_2024_08_10">https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDHSCBP/bulletins/3b37839</ref></td>
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<td><strong>Diversions</strong></td>
<td>Must be requested and approved electronically via ACE.<ref name="CFR_Part18_PDF_2024">https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/CFR-2024-title19-vol1/pdf/CFR-2024-title19-vol1-part18.pdf</ref></td>
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<td><strong>Max Transit Time</strong></td>
<td><strong>30 days</strong> (with limited regulatory exceptions).<ref name="FR_InBond_FinalRule_2017">https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2017-20495.pdf</ref></td>
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== Key In-Bond Compliance Requirements ==
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| Arrival reporting deadline || Within '''2 business days''' of arrival
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| Export reporting deadline || Generally within '''2 business days''' of export
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| Diversions || Must be requested electronically and approved by CBP
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| Maximum transit time || '''30 days''' (with limited regulatory exceptions)
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* <strong>New Filers:</strong> Contact BorderConnect support to submit a Letter of Intent. CBP will issue a filer code.
* <strong>Existing Filers:</strong> BorderConnect will configure your existing filer code for use with the In-Bond Manager.
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Once configured, your account will be enabled to transmit electronic in-bond messages (QP/WP) through ACE.
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=== Notable regulatory changes ===
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# '''Electronic filing is mandatory.''' All covered in-bond updates must be transmitted through a CBP-approved electronic interface (ACE/ABI/EDI).<ref name="CFR_Part18_PDF_2024">https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/CFR-2024-title19-vol1/pdf/CFR-2024-title19-vol1-part18.pdf</ref>
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# '''Arrival reporting within 2 business days.''' Arrival notifications must include the '''FIRMS code''' identifying the physical location of the goods at the port.<ref name="CFR_19_18_1_Cornell">https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/19/18.1</ref>
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# '''Electronic export reporting required.''' Export updates must be transmitted electronically for covered shipments.<ref name="CFR_19_18_7_Cornell">https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/19/18.7</ref>
# '''Electronic diversion requests required.''' Diversions require CBP authorization via a CBP-approved EDI interface.<ref name="CFR_Part18_PDF_2024" />
# '''FIRMS code enforcement.''' As of '''August 10, 2024''', ACE rejects in-bond arrival transactions submitted without a FIRMS code (all modes except air).<ref name="CSMS_FIRMS_Required_2024_08_10">https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDHSCBP/bulletins/3b37839</ref>
# '''30-day transit limit.''' Most in-bond movements are subject to a 30-day maximum transit time.<ref name="FR_InBond_FinalRule_2017" />


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== Registering and Getting Started ==
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<h3>In-Bond Dashboard</h3>
<p>The central workspace for managing U.S. in-bond shipments. Users can:</p>
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* Search and filter active in-bonds.
* View live status (Enroute, Arrived, Exported).
* Confirm if reporting was successful.
* Access status queries and notices.
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See: [[In_Bond_Manager_Dashboard_(U.S._In-Bond_Manager)|Full Dashboard Guide]]
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=== Step 1: BorderConnect account ===
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If your company does not already have a BorderConnect account, visit [https://www.borderconnect.com www.borderconnect.com] and complete the registration process.
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=== Step 2: Filer code setup ===
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<h3>Arrivals & Exports (WP)</h3>
<p>Electronically report movements with minimal data entry.</p>
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* <strong>Arrivals:</strong> Must include the correct <strong>FIRMS Code</strong> for the facility.
* <strong>Exports:</strong> Required for movements leaving the U.S.
* <strong>Diversions:</strong> Request port changes electronically.
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See: [[Reporting_In_Bond_Arrivals_and_Exports_(U.S._In-Bond_Manager)|How to Report Arrivals]]
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;'''If you do not have a filer code'''
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Once configured, your account will be enabled to transmit electronic in-bond messages through ACE.
<h2 style="margin-top: 40px; border-bottom: 2px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;">Menu Overview</h2>
<p>Key tools found under the <strong>U.S. In-Bond</strong> menu.</p>


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== In-Bond Dashboard Overview ==
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<h3>🔍 Status Queries</h3>
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* <strong>Search Queries:</strong> View historical CBP responses.
* <strong>Send Query:</strong> Request current status from CBP for any in-bond.
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[[File:In-bond-dashboard.png|thumb|400|right|In-Bond Manager Dashboard]]
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<h3>📡 WP Requests</h3>
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* <strong>Arrive/Export:</strong> Report movement status.
* <strong>Diversion:</strong> Request destination change.
* <strong>Transfer Liability:</strong> Transfer bond responsibility.
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<h3>📝 QP Filing</h3>
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* <strong>New QP In-Bond:</strong> Create 7512 entries.
* <strong>QP Search:</strong> Manage filed entries.
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The In-Bond Dashboard is the central workspace for managing U.S. in-bond shipments. From this page, users can:
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* Search and filter in-bond shipments
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* View in-bond status at a glance
* Confirm whether arrivals, exports, or diversions were successfully reported
* Access related status queries and notices
* Drill into shipment-level details


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== Reporting In-Bond Arrivals and Exports ==
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'''[[Reporting_In_Bond_Arrivals_and_Exports_(U.S._In-Bond_Manager)|Reporting In-Bond Arrivals and Exports]]'''
 
BorderConnect allows users to electronically report in-bond arrivals and exports with minimal data entry.
 
* Arrivals must generally be reported within '''2 business days''' of arrival at the destination or export port.<ref name="CFR_19_18_1_Cornell" />
* Arrival transactions must include the correct '''FIRMS code''' for the facility where the freight is physically located.
* As of '''August 10, 2024''', ACE rejects arrival updates submitted without a FIRMS code (all modes except air).<ref name="CSMS_FIRMS_Required_2024_08_10" />
 
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== QP In-Bond Filing ==
 
'''[[Creating_and_Submitting_a_New_QP_In-Bond_(U.S._In-Bond_Manager)|Creating and Submitting a QP In-Bond]]'''
 
Use BorderConnect’s U.S. In-Bond Manager to electronically file QP (Quick Processing) in-bond entries directly with CBP, including associated bills of lading and commodities.
 
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== U.S. In-Bond Manager Menu Overview ==
 
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=== In-Bond Dashboard ===
Displays all in-bond shipments with summary information such as in-bond type, status, and ports.
 
=== In-Bond Status Queries ===
* '''Search In-Bond Status Queries''' – View historical queries and CBP responses
* '''Send In-Bond Status Query''' – Request current status from CBP for a specific in-bond
 
=== WP Send Requests ===
WP messages are used to electronically report in-bond updates to CBP.
 
* '''Arrive Entire In-Bond''' – Report arrival of the full in-bond
* '''Arrive Bill of Lading''' – Report arrival of a single bill
* '''Arrive Container''' – Report arrival of a container
* '''Export Entire In-Bond''' – Report export of the in-bond
* '''Export Bill of Lading''' – Report export of a bill
* '''Export Container''' – Report export of a container
* '''Port Diversion''' – Request a change to the destination or export port
* '''Transfer Liability''' – Transfer in-bond liability to another party (use with caution)
 
Electronic reporting of these updates is required for covered shipments.<ref name="CSMS_Enforcement_2019_07_29" />
 
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== Frequently Asked Questions ==
 
'''Do I still need paper CBP Form 7512?''' 
CBP no longer accepts paper Form 7512 to perform arrival or export reporting for covered shipments. Some ports may still request paper copies for operational purposes, but electronic reporting remains mandatory.<ref name="CSMS_Enforcement_2019_07_29" />
 
'''Does electronic reporting eliminate all port stops?''' 
Not always. Electronic reporting may remove stops made solely for arrival/export posting, but inspections, holds, or local port procedures may still require presentation.
 
'''Who is responsible for compliance?''' 
The bond-obligated party remains responsible, even when filing is delegated to an authorized agent.<ref name="FR_InBond_FinalRule_2017" />
 
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== References ==
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Revision as of 21:21, 4 February 2026

🔖 This article is part of the BorderConnect U.S. In-Bond Manager Guide

U.S. In-Bond Manager

A complete guide to electronically filing, updating, and monitoring U.S. in-bond shipments directly with CBP via ACE.

Type: ACE Compliance Time: 20 Minutes

Overview

The BorderConnect U.S. In-Bond Manager is an add-on module that allows users to electronically file, update, and monitor U.S. in-bond shipments directly with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).

The module supports required electronic reporting of in-bond arrivals, exports, diversions, and related updates through ACE, while also providing visibility into in-bond status through integrated In-Bond Status Queries.

Enforcement Notice: Since July 29, 2019, CBP requires all covered in-bond arrivals, exports, and diversions to be reported electronically through ACE. Paper CBP Form 7512 is no longer accepted for these functions.[1]

Key Compliance Requirements

Regulatory Rules & Deadlines

Requirement CBP Rule / Guidance
Electronic Reporting Required for all arrivals, exports, and diversions.
Arrival Deadline Within 2 business days of arrival at destination.[2]
Export Deadline Generally within 2 business days of export.[3]
FIRMS Code Mandatory for arrival reporting (all modes except air).[4]
Diversions Must be requested and approved electronically via ACE.[5]
Max Transit Time 30 days (with limited regulatory exceptions).[6]

Getting Started

1 BorderConnect Account

If your company does not already have a BorderConnect account, visit www.borderconnect.com to register.

2 Filer Code Setup

  • New Filers: Contact BorderConnect support to submit a Letter of Intent. CBP will issue a filer code.
  • Existing Filers: BorderConnect will configure your existing filer code for use with the In-Bond Manager.

Once configured, your account will be enabled to transmit electronic in-bond messages (QP/WP) through ACE.

In-Bond Manager Features

In-Bond Manager Dashboard

In-Bond Dashboard

The central workspace for managing U.S. in-bond shipments. Users can:

  • Search and filter active in-bonds.
  • View live status (Enroute, Arrived, Exported).
  • Confirm if reporting was successful.
  • Access status queries and notices.

See: Full Dashboard Guide

Arrivals & Exports (WP)

Electronically report movements with minimal data entry.

  • Arrivals: Must include the correct FIRMS Code for the facility.
  • Exports: Required for movements leaving the U.S.
  • Diversions: Request port changes electronically.

See: How to Report Arrivals

Reporting an Arrival

Menu Overview

Key tools found under the U.S. In-Bond menu.

🔍 Status Queries

  • Search Queries: View historical CBP responses.
  • Send Query: Request current status from CBP for any in-bond.

📡 WP Requests

  • Arrive/Export: Report movement status.
  • Diversion: Request destination change.
  • Transfer Liability: Transfer bond responsibility.

📝 QP Filing

  • New QP In-Bond: Create 7512 entries.
  • QP Search: Manage filed entries.

Tutorial Library

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References

  1. ↑ https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDHSCBP/bulletins/24effce
  2. ↑ https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/19/18.1
  3. ↑ https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/19/18.7
  4. ↑ https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDHSCBP/bulletins/3b37839
  5. ↑ https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/CFR-2024-title19-vol1/pdf/CFR-2024-title19-vol1-part18.pdf
  6. ↑ https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2017-20495.pdf
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