In-Bond Status Guide (U.S. In-Bond Manager)
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🔖 This article is part of the BorderConnect U.S. In-Bond Manager Guide |
U.S. In-Bond Status
A visual guide to understanding the lifecycle stages of in-bond shipments in BorderConnect.
Overview
Unique to BorderConnect, the U.S. In-Bond Status is a visual, color-coded indicator shown throughout the platform that allows users to instantly understand the current lifecycle stage of an in-bond shipment with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
You will see these statuses in the U.S. In-Bond Dashboard, the QP In-Bond Search Page, and the QP In-Bond Details Page.
Triggers: Statuses update automatically when:
- A QP In-Bond is transmitted to CBP.
- A CBP response is received via a Status Query.
- Arrival, export, or diversion messages are accepted.
The In-Bond Lifecycle
The table below shows the typical progression of an in-bond shipment:
| Stage | What It Means | Typical Next Step |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | Created in BorderConnect but not sent to CBP. | Transmit QP In-Bond. |
| On File | Accepted by CBP (Pre-Arrival). | Await arrival at the U.S. border. |
| Enroute | Authorized for movement (In-Transit). | Monitor until arrival at destination. |
| Arrived | Reached the bonded destination. | Export (if Type 62/63) or Close. |
| Exported/Concluded | Bond is closed. | No further action needed. |
Status Descriptions
Below is a detailed breakdown of each status bar color and meaning.
Unknown (One Purple Bar)
The QP In-Bond exists in BorderConnect but has not yet been transmitted to CBP.
- Action: Complete required fields and click Send QP In-Bond from the QP In-Bond Details page.
Not On File (One Red Bar)
CBP has confirmed through a status query that no in-bond exists under this entry number. This usually means the bond was never filed or a third party hasn't transmitted it yet.
- Action: File the QP In-Bond in BorderConnect or contact the responsible filing party.
Rejected (Two Brown Bars)
An error was returned by CBP during a transmission or status query. Specific error details will appear in the QP In-Bond History section.
- Action: Review the reject message, correct the data, and retransmit.
On File (Three Green Bars)
The in-bond has been accepted and is officially recorded in CBP systems. This appears after a successful QP filing or a positive status query response.
- Action: No action required until physical movement occurs.
Enroute (Four Blue Bars)
The shipment has entered the United States and has been authorized by CBP for in-bond movement. It is currently moving toward its bonded destination.
- Action: Monitor progress until the driver arrives at the destination.
Arrived (Five Dark Green Bars)
The shipment has reached the bonded destination and CBP has accepted the electronic arrival message.
- Action (Type 61): None. The bond is closed.
- Action (Type 62/63): Export or further processing is required.
Exported (Six Green Bars)
Common for Transportation and Exportation (Type 62) in-bonds. This confirms the shipment has left the U.S. and the export message was accepted.
- Action: None. The bond is closed.
Concluded (Six Green Bars)
Most often seen for Mexico-bound in-bonds where a Type 62 bond converts to a subsequent Type 61 bond. This status is confirmed using the "Check For Subsequent Bond" feature.
- Action: None. The bond is closed.