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TRG’s Customs bond division has opted to continue to only provide the amended Continuous bonds for Importer Security Filing. Customs and Border Protection allows for ISFs to be secured by single entry or continuous bonds.
Purchasing a continuous Customs bond that has been amended to cover ISF is going to be your most economical option. If you will be importing at least two times during the course of 12 months you should apply for this bond no later than 2 weeks prior to you first shipment leaving the foreign port.
How will my broker, or all my brokers, know that I have a new bond?
At your request, TRG will notify your broker(s) of your new continuous bond information including Bond Number, Effective Date, Surety Code, and Importer Number.
Save the date! TRG is hosting a free webinar to discuss the new bonding requirements for Importer Security Filing.
If you currently do not have continuous Customs bond on file and are looking to get one in place you have come to the right place. However, in order to get your bond placed in a timely manor you will need to make sure to fully complete the application so TRG can submit the application to US Customs on your behalf.
Do hold one the continuous customs bonds required to file your ISF? Most likely you have in place the bond needed to cover the ISF, unless you are importing using single entry bonds.
If you currently import using single entry bonds, see what you are paying per single entry bond. It might be in your best interest to get a quote from TRG on a continuous customs surety bond.