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US In Bond Manager Guide (CBP)

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

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How to Use BorderConnect's In-Bond Manager

This guide offers instructions on using BorderConnect's U.S In-Bond Manager Add-On. BorderConnect U.S. In-Bond Manager allows users to electronically report in-bond arrivals, exports, diversions, and certain related updates to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). It also provides visibility into in-bond shipments through the included In-Bond Status Query feature.

Introduction

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).[1] CBP later announced enforcement requiring trade users to report all in-bond exports, arrivals, and diversions electronically through ACE effective July 29, 2019, and that CBP would no longer accept paper CBP Form 7512 to perform arrival/export functionality for covered shipments (with certain exemptions, such as air).[2]

Historically, some carriers would present paper documentation to support arrival/export handling at ports. However, electronic reporting is now the compliance requirement, and paper documents should be treated as supporting documentation (including for local-port operational needs), not as a replacement for required electronic updates.[2]

Notable Changes To The In-Bond Process
1. Electronic filing and reporting is required. In-bond transactions and required updates (including arrival and export updates, and diversion requests) must be transmitted through a CBP-approved electronic data interface (ACE/ABI/other CBP-approved EDI channels, as applicable).[3][2]
2. Arrival must be reported within 2 business days after arrival of any portion of an in-bond shipment at the port of destination or port of exportation, and the arrival notification must include the FIRMS code for the physical location of the merchandise within the port.[4]
3. Export updates must be reported electronically (generally within 2 business days after exportation, depending on the in-bond type and regulatory context).[5][6]
4. Diversions must be requested electronically and require CBP permission transmitted via a CBP-approved EDI system.[3]
5. FIRMS codes are required for arrival reporting, and CBP has enforced validations. CBP issued guidance that as of August 10, 2024, FIRMS codes are mandatory in electronic in-bond arrival reporting (all modes except air), and ACE will reject arrival transactions submitted without a FIRMS code.[7]
6. 30-day maximum transit time applies broadly to in-bond movements (with specific exceptions described by CBP in regulatory materials/guidance).[1]
7. HTS (6-digit) requirement for certain in-bond movements: timing/enforcement may vary. CBP advised in 2019 that no date had been set at that time for implementation of the 6-digit HTS requirement for Immediate Transportation movements.[2]

Registering for BorderConnect U.S. In-Bond Manager and Getting Started

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BorderConnect Virtual Workshop - U.S. In-Bond Manager & QP In-Bond Filing

If your company doesn't already have an account with BorderConnect, go to www.borderconnect.com and click Sign Up Now. Enter your company details and finish the registration. Then, follow the instructions below.

If you DO NOT have a filer code.
1. Contact us, we'll help you submit a Letter of Intent.
2. U.S. Customs and Border Protection will issue you a filer code (processing times can vary).
3. Our CBP client representative will set up your filer code to work with BorderConnect for In-Bond-only filing. You can now begin using the BorderConnect ABI add-on.
If you already have a filer code.
Our CBP client representative will set up your filer code to work with BorderConnect for In-Bond-only filing.

In-Bond Dashboard Guide

In-Bond Dashboard

In-Bond Manager Dashboard (U.S. In-Bond Manager)

The In-Bond Dashboard provides visibility for U.S. in-bond shipments. Track in-bonds from filing to closing using advanced search options. See status of in-bonds at a glance and drill into reports and actions from one screen. Verify that arrivals/exports/diversions were successfully reported and retrieve key in-bond details using in-bond status queries.

Reporting In-Bond Arrivals and Exports

Sending In-Bond Arrival

Reporting In-Bond Arrivals and Exports (U.S. In-Bond Manager)

Electronically report arrival and export updates for U.S. in-bonds with minimal data entry. CBP requires arrival reporting generally within 2 business days of arrival at the destination/export port, and the arrival update must include the FIRMS code identifying the facility/location where the freight is physically delivered within the port.[4] CBP also issued guidance that, as of August 10, 2024, ACE validations reject in-bond arrival transactions submitted without a FIRMS code (all modes except air).[7]

QP In-Bond Filing Instructions

Creating and submitting a new QP In-Bond (U.S. In-Bond Manager)

Electronically file a QP In-Bond using BorderConnect U.S. In-Bond Manager.

BorderConnect U.S. In-Bond Manager Menu

Displays all options in BorderConnect's U.S. In-Bond Manager. Options will only be available if your account has already been set up for BorderConnect's In-Bond Manager as above.

In-Bond Dashboard

In-Bond Dashboard
This is the main listing page for all of your in-bond shipments. It shows a list of in-bond reports, summarizing known information for a given in-bond, including in-bond status, in-bond type, and port information.

In-Bond Status Queries

In-Bond Status Query Search
This page allows users to view in-bond status queries and see responses from CBP. Please note that in-bond status query results are also grouped and summarized in the in-bond reports available on the In-Bond Dashboard.
Send In-Bond Status Query
This page allows users to send status queries for in-bond shipments by entering in-bond entry numbers and requesting up-to-date information from CBP.

WP Send Requests

WP is the message type used to electronically report certain in-bond updates to CBP (such as arrival, export, diversion, or transfer of liability), depending on the participant’s authorized interface and filing role. CBP requires electronic reporting of exports, arrivals, and diversions through ACE for covered shipments effective July 29, 2019.[2]

WP Send Request Search
This page helps users search for previous WP send requests. Please note that WP requests and results are also grouped and summarized in the in-bond reports available on the In-Bond Dashboard.
Arrive Entire In-Bond
Notifies CBP that the in-bond shipment has arrived at the destination (far side) port specified on the in-bond. Arrival notifications must generally be reported within 2 business days of arrival and must include the FIRMS code for the freight’s location within the port.[4]
Arrive Bill of Lading
Notifies CBP that one bill of lading on an in-bond shipment has arrived.
Arrive Container
Notifies CBP that one container on an in-bond shipment has arrived.
Export Entire In-Bond
Notifies CBP that the in-bond shipment has left the U.S. (export updates are required electronically for covered shipments).[2]
Export Bill of Lading
Notifies CBP that one bill of lading on an in-bond shipment has left the U.S.
Export Container
Notifies CBP that one container on an in-bond shipment has left the U.S.
Port Diversion
Requests a change to the destination or export port of an in-bond movement. Diversions must be requested electronically and permission is transmitted via a CBP-approved EDI system.[3]
Transfer Liability
Transfers the liability for the in-bond shipment from the currently obligated party to a new one. This option should not be used without an understanding of when it is permitted by CBP.

U.S. In-Bond Manager Software User Guide

U.S. In-Bond Dashboard Page

The below articles focus on the different pages and features users will come across using BorderConnect U.S. In-Bond Manager software.

QP In-Bonds

Data Management

Status Queries

WP Send Requests

New In-Bond Regulations FAQ

Below are some common questions regarding the in-bond process changes and electronic reporting requirements. (Note: CBP has issued multiple updates over time; see the official CSMS messages and regulatory references cited throughout this page.)

1. What is changing with the new in-bond regulations and what do I have to do differently?

CBP’s in-bond modernization requires that in-bond arrivals, exports, and diversions be reported electronically through ACE for covered shipments, and CBP will not accept paper CBP Form 7512 to perform arrival and export functionality for those covered shipments (with certain exemptions such as air).[2][1]

2. Does this mean I won’t have to stop at the CBP port anymore?

It depends on the shipment and port. Electronic reporting may remove the need for a port stop if the only purpose was arrival/export posting, but shipments subject to inspection, other agency requirements, local port policy, or CBP holds may still require presentation or other steps.[2]

3. Whose responsibility is electronic reporting of arrival and export?

The bond-obligated party remains responsible for compliance. Authorized agents may file on behalf of the obligated party, but liability remains with the bond principal if required in-bond obligations are not met.[1]

4. What are my options for electronic reporting of in-bond arrival and export?

CBP has stated that required reporting is performed via CBP-approved electronic data interfaces (e.g., ACE Portal / ABI / other approved interfaces, depending on account and filing role).[7]

5. What is in-bond arrival and when is it required to be reported?

Arrival is when the shipment reaches the destination port (or port of exportation, as applicable). CBP’s regulations require that arrival be reported within 2 business days and include the FIRMS code for the freight location within the port.[4]

6. What is in-bond export and when is it required to be reported?

Export updates must be transmitted electronically for covered shipments; CBP regulations include requirements to update the in-bond record via a CBP-approved EDI system within 2 business days after exportation in relevant contexts.[5][6]

7. What about the FIRMS code requirement for arrival reporting?

CBP’s regulations require FIRMS codes in arrival reporting, and CBP issued guidance that as of August 10, 2024, ACE validations reject in-bond arrival transactions submitted without a FIRMS code (all modes except air).[7]

8. Is it true the paper 7512 copy of the in-bond is being eliminated?

CBP stated it would no longer accept paper CBP Form 7512 to perform arrival and export functionality for covered shipments effective July 29, 2019 (with exemptions such as air). However, some ports or scenarios may still require paper documentation for operational reasons, without changing the requirement for electronic reporting.[2]

9. What about the 6-digit HTS requirement for Immediate Transportation in-bonds?

CBP advised in July 2019 that no date had been set at that time for implementation of the 6-digit HTS requirement for Immediate Transportation movements.[2]

References:

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2017-20495.pdf
  2. ↑ 2.00 2.01 2.02 2.03 2.04 2.05 2.06 2.07 2.08 2.09 https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDHSCBP/bulletins/24effce
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/CFR-2024-title19-vol1/pdf/CFR-2024-title19-vol1-part18.pdf
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/19/18.1
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/19/18.7
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/CFR-2024-title19-vol1/pdf/CFR-2024-title19-vol1-sec18-25.pdf
  7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 7.3 https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDHSCBP/bulletins/3b37839
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