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CN 19-11, Removal of the Interim Highway Process for in-bond Shipments

This notice removes the requirement for highway carriers to complete and present a paper cargo control document (A8A(B)) for in-bond shipments, in conjunction with their electronic cargo transmission, effective July 1st 2019.

The in-bond movement is now a fully electronic process, in which the cargo will move inland on the electronic Advance Commercial Information (ACI) transmitted to the CBSA at least 1 hour prior to arriving at the border.

As per the Transportation of Goods Regulations, it is the carrier’s responsibility to retain proof that the goods have been accepted into a sufferance warehouse. Please see Customs Notice 16-25 eManifest Lead Sheet Requirements for more information on proof of report.

Re-manifest and abstracts will remain a paper process.

For more information, within Canada, call the Border Information Service at 1-800-461-9999. From outside Canada call 204-983-3500 or 506-636-5064. Long distance charges will apply. Agents are available Monday to Friday (08:00 – 16:00 local time/except statutory holidays). TTY is also available within Canada: 1-866-335-3237.

This 6 June 2019 notice is from the CBSA website.

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Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA)
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The foregoing information is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended as, nor should it be considered, professional advice or a substitute for conducting your own thorough research and review. Before making any decisions or taking any action based on the information provided, you should conduct your own independent investigation and/or seek professional advice from a qualified expert in the relevant field. The CSCB disclaims all liability for actions taken or not taken based on the information provided.