CBSA Message (TCC16-159) - CFIA web services not available

November 17, 2016

Clients Affected: All clients and service providers who transmit EDI trade data to CFIA. 

Please be advised that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) web services are not available.

Consequently, the following services are not available:

  • Automated Import Reference System (AIRS)
  • AIRS Verification Service (AVS)
  • Automated Shipment Inspection Status Search Tool (ASISST)
  • CFIA Website (www.inspection.gc.ca)

At the moment, we are unable to predict when service will be restored, however, we will keep you informed as information becomes available.  

If you require assistance or have any questions please contact the National Import Service Centre (NISC) at 1-800-835-4486.

Topic(s): 
Release / System Updates/Outages & Delays at the Border
Information Source: 
Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA)
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