Please be advised that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) Import Services are fully restored.

If you require a release for a shipment that has already arrived, or about to arrive at the border please fax documents to (613) 773-9999. The National Import Service Centre (NISC) will continue to process requests.

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

Please be advised that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) network is currently experiencing technical difficulties. 

Consequently, the following services will not be available:

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

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