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Join the Customs and Border Protection Talent Network!!!!
CBP promotes its Talent Network for individuals interested in career opportunities, providing job updates, webinar notices, and resume tips.
Secure File Transport Protocol (SFTP) Connections for CBP Automated Systems
CBP notes that filers using SFTP connections for CBP automated systems may experience connection issues due to limited capacity, and advises them to keep retrying or use AES Direct as an alternative while CBP works to add resources.
FDA’s Import Trade Auxiliary Communications System (ITACS) Planned Maintenance Saturday 05/14/2022 11:00pm – Sunday 05/15/2022 1:00am EDT
FDA's ITACS system will undergo planned maintenance and be unavailable for a scheduled window, after which it will be available on a new, mobile-friendly platform with no functional changes.
ACE Production Standard Invasive Maintenance, Sat. May 14, 2022 from 10:00pm to 4:00am ET Sun. May 15, 2022
CBP announced a scheduled ACE production standard invasive maintenance window from 10:00pm ET on Saturday, May 14, 2022 to 4:00am ET on Sunday, May 15, 2022.
Resolved: Drawback Error F513 CLAIM OUTSIDE 5 YEAR TMFRM
CBP announces that the Drawback error F513 (CLAIM OUTSIDE 5 YEAR TMFRM) has been resolved, and affected filers can now resubmit their drawback entries.
Drawback Error F513 CLAIM OUTSIDE 5 YEAR TMFRM
CBP acknowledges that drawback entries are erroneously receiving error F513 (CLAIM OUTSIDE 5 YEAR TMFRM) and states a fix is being developed, with a follow-up CSMS to be issued once resolved.
Follow Up to CSMS #5170089 - CBP is aware that sometimes there is an issue with May Proceeds not being received from some PGAs
CBP provides a follow-up update noting a deployed correction for the issue causing release suspension on entries with FWS or FDA data, while some PGA proceeds issues (e.g., EPA) may still occur.
Update ebond status notification CATAIR
CBP announces an update to the eBond Status Notification CATAIR, changing the AC7 record format for non-entry bills (making certain fields conditional and adding a Transaction Number field), with deployment to production on May 17, 2022.
CORRECTION: An updated version is available of the ACE CATAIR PGA Status Notification Codes document
CBP issued a correction announcing an updated ACE CATAIR PGA Status Notification Codes document, with revised status reason code descriptions and a new reason/subreason code added, as detailed in the change log.
Status Update on ES-013 CBP Form 28, 29, 4647 Status Report
CBP provided a status update explaining that the ES-013 CBP Form 28, 29, 4647 report will resume retrieving current data once a new Forms data universe is deployed following the modernized ACE CBP Forms Application rollout.
ACE Truck Manifest Modernization – Next Deployment Set for May 15
CBP announces the ongoing deployment schedule for ACE Truck Manifest Modernization Phase 2, including a May 15, 2022 deployment in Detroit and subsequent dates, plus preview of Phase 3 enhancements coming July 2022.
ACE EDI messages are Processing now
CBP reported a brief technical issue causing EDI message processing failures in ACE, which has now been resolved.
ACE Certification Standard Invasive Maintenance Window on 5/11/2022 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm ET
CBP announced a scheduled ACE Certification standard invasive maintenance window on 5/11/2022 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm ET.
An updated version is available, of the ACE CATAIR PGA Status Notification Codes document
CBP announces an updated version of the ACE CATAIR PGA Status Notification Codes document, which revised several status reason code descriptions and added a new reason and subreason code, as detailed in the change log.
Global Business Identifier Enrollment Create/Update CATAIR
CBP announced an update to the Draft Global Business Identifier (GBI) Enrollment Create/Update CATAIR, revising the Output Record Usage Map, available on CBP.gov.
APHIS Veterinary Services Requires eFile System for all New and Renewal Permit Applications - Effective May 31, 2022
CBP announces that effective May 31, 2022, APHIS Veterinary Services will require all new and renewal permit applications for live animals, animal products, organisms, and vectors to be submitted through the APHIS eFile system. It provides guidance on account setup, the VSPA tool, permit amendments, and contact information for questions.
Reminder: ACE Production Extended Invasive Maintenance, Sat. May 7, 2022 from 09:00pm to 05:00am ET Sun. May 8, 2022
CBP reminds trade that ACE Production will undergo extended invasive maintenance from 9:00pm ET Saturday, May 7, 2022 to 5:00am ET Sunday, May 8, 2022.
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) End-Dating Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) Product Codes
FDA announced it will end-date several CDRH product codes effective June 5, 2022, and directs questions to the Product Code Builder Feedback email.
FDA Voluntary Qualified Importer Program (VQIP) Application Portal to Close Monday May 31, 2022
CBP/FDA announce that the VQIP application portal for FY2023 benefits closes on May 31, 2022, and importers must submit applications by that deadline to participate.
EPA Update on Filing Paper Notices of Arrival (EPA Form 3540-1) During EPA’s Workforce Transition
EPA updated its guidance on filing paper Notices of Arrival (Form 3540-1) during its workforce transition, clarifying that the process established during COVID-19 will continue and detailing the use of Disclaim Codes C or D in ACE.