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What if I purchase the continuous bond with a multiple year option and your company goes out of business?
What happens if a surety goes out of business? Specifically for Customs bond holders?
TRG Provides Continuous Customs Bonds for Importer Security Filing
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.
Is a Continuous Bond Needed to Cover My ISF?
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 Long Does it Take to Place a US Customs Import Bond?
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.
International Carrier Bonds Are on the Rise
This bond ensures operators properly manifest all goods and passengers they carry, pay for the overtime services of Customs officers and comply with all regulations related to the clearance of their vehicles.
All commercial carriers, including Part 135 charter for hire operators, arriving directly or indirectly in the United States from foreign countries or departing the United States for foreign destination by vessel, vehicle, or aircraft, are required to have an approved International Carrier Bond on file with Customs and Border Protection. Application should be made per the following instructions prior to submission of a Customs Form 301.