Alert: As of January 26th, 2010, CBP will begin assessing penalties for non-compliance. Details of the upcoming changes are available by calling the ISF Carnet HelpLine at 877-227-6387.

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Implements Importer Security Filing (ISF) on January 26, 2009

ISF Carnet HelpLine: 877-227-6387

The ISF only affects carnet shipments moving by ocean transport. Air and land border shipments are not included in the Importer Security Filing.

As of January 26th, 2009, if you have goods moving by ocean transport on a future carnet, or goods returning to the US on an already-issued carnet, you are required to make an Importer Security Filing prior to re-import into the U.S. The Importer Security Filing (ISF aka 10+2) requires certain shipment data to be provided to CBP 24 hours prior to the goods being loaded on the ship departing the overseas port and bound for the U.S.*

ISF Solution for Carnet Users:

Corporation for International Business offers an ISF Direct-Filing Module. Using the ISF Direct-Filing module will allow carnet holders to provide the required information directly to CBP for a modest fee, without using the services of an agent, Freight Forwarder or, Customs House Broker. Contact the ISF Carnet HelpLine at 877-227-6387 for additional information.

Additional information:

CBP's Importer Security Filing Manual (FAQ)

CBP's Importer Security Filing PowerPoint Presentation - downloadable as a pdf

*While Corporation for International Business is still optimistic that Carnet shipments will eventually be exempted from the ISF, until that time, we are providing information and a simple solution for carnet users with inbound ocean shipments.