Edit ACI Shipment Page (ACI eManifest)
Last updated 17 July 2026
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| This article is part of the BorderConnect Software User Guide |
The Edit ACI Shipment Page is where users update the main shipment information for an existing shipment in BorderConnect ACI eManifest software. This page is commonly used to correct a Cargo Control Number, change the shipment type, update arrival details, attach or detach the shipment from a manifest, or update in-bond and warehouse clearance fields.
The Edit ACI Shipment Page can be accessed from the ACI Shipment Details Page by clicking the Edit button. The legend at the bottom of the page indicates which fields are required.
Page Buttons
| Button | Description |
|---|---|
| Save | Saves the updated shipment information. Clicking Save updates the shipment and returns the user to the ACI Shipment Details Page. |
| Cancel | Cancels the attempt to edit the shipment. Any unsaved changes are discarded, and the user is returned to the ACI Shipment Details Page. |
| Clear | Clears the data from all fields on the page, making the fields blank. |
Shipment Fields
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Attached to Trip Number | Indicates which ACI eManifest the shipment is attached to. The user can type the trip number and select the manifest when it appears. The selected manifest must already exist. This field can also be left blank to create or keep an unassociated shipment. |
| Loaded On | Indicates where the shipment is physically loaded. This field only appears if the shipment is attached to a manifest. The user can change the selection using the drop-down menu. |
| Shipment Type | Indicates the customs clearance type for the shipment. The user can change the Shipment Type using the drop-down menu. |
| Cargo Control Number | A unique number used to identify the shipment for CBSA. Every ACI shipment requires a unique Cargo Control Number. For PARS shipments, this is the PARS number. If the word PARS is part of the PARS number, it must be included in this field. The Cargo Control Number begins with the Canadian Carrier Code, selected from the drop-down menu, followed by at least 4 letters or numbers. The Cargo Control Number cannot be the same as a trip number. |
| Importer CSA Business Number | Indicates the importer's business number for CSA shipments. This field only appears when the shipment type is CSA. The business number must be entered in the format 999999999RM9999. Previously saved business numbers can be selected while typing, or managed from the ACI CSA Importer Search Page. |
| First Canadian Port of Entry | The Canadian port where the driver will enter Canada. The user can search by city name or port code. In most cases, typing the city on the U.S. side of the border will also bring up the corresponding Canadian port of entry. |
| Release Office | Indicates where the shipment will be released by CBSA. For all shipment types except In-Bond, this should be the same as the First Canadian Port of Entry. For In-Bond shipments, this should be the CBSA office responsible for the bonded warehouse the shipment will move in-bond to. The user can search by city name or port code. |
| Sub Location | Indicates the warehouse or facility where an in-bond shipment will be bonded to. This field is required for in-bond shipments or when a failed PARS may move in-bond. Non-bonded carriers should generally leave this field blank, while bonded carriers should complete it when applicable. The user can search by warehouse name or sublocation code. |
| Estimated Arrival Date | Indicates the date the shipment is expected to arrive at the Canadian border. The user can enter the date using the format mm/dd/yyyy or select it using the calendar icon. The eraser icon clears the date. A shipment cannot be transmitted more than 30 days in advance of arrival. |
| Estimated Arrival Time | Indicates the time the shipment is expected to arrive at the Canadian border. The user can change the time using the hour, minute, and AM/PM drop-down menus. |
| City of Loading | Indicates the city where the goods were shipped from. This should match the city listed under the shipper's address on the paperwork. The user can search by city name or manually enter the complete city name and state or province code separated by a comma. |
| City of Acceptance | Indicates the city where the goods began a continuous journey to Canada. This field should only be completed if the goods were accepted at a location different from the shipper's address, such as a terminal. Otherwise, it should be left blank. |
| Special Instructions | Optional field used only when special instructions are needed for CBSA processing, such as overages or shortages. Otherwise, this field should be left blank. |
| Unique Consignment Reference Number | Optional field used to assign a unique number to the shipment. This field is normally left blank and is not currently recommended for general use. |
Cargo Control Number Tips
The Cargo Control Number must be unique for each ACI shipment. Reusing a Cargo Control Number can cause transmission or processing issues with CBSA.
For PARS shipments, the Cargo Control Number should match the PARS barcode label provided to the customs broker and driver. If the number on the ACI shipment does not match the number used by the broker, the shipment may not line up correctly for release at the border.
Do not use the same number for both the Cargo Control Number and the ACI trip number. CBSA requires these to be separate identifiers.
In-Bond and Warehouse Tips
Use the Release Office and Sub Location fields carefully for in-bond shipments. The Release Office should identify the CBSA office responsible for the bonded destination, while the Sub Location identifies the warehouse or facility where the goods will move under bond.
For non-bonded carriers, the Sub Location field should usually be left blank unless the shipment is specifically being set up for an in-bond movement or failed PARS movement. If unsure, confirm the correct release office and sublocation with the customs broker or bonded warehouse before transmitting.
Editing Tips
Review the shipment type before saving changes. Changing the shipment type may affect which fields are required and how the shipment is processed by CBSA.
Confirm the shipment is attached to the correct ACI eManifest. If the shipment is attached to the wrong trip number, the driver may arrive with shipment information connected to the wrong manifest.
Update the estimated arrival date and time if the driver is delayed or crossing earlier than expected. Keeping the ETA accurate helps maintain clean ACI records and avoids confusion at the port.
Use Cancel instead of the browser back button when leaving the page without saving. This keeps the workflow clear and returns the user to the ACI Shipment Details Page.