14 Lessons
Introduction to Customs Brokerage: Series 1
“Jumpstart” a new trainee or facilitate the transition of a person with related experiences, such as:
- Freight forwarding
- The tasks performed by customs brokers
- Functional and business of a customs broker
Customs Brokers and Import Agencies
- Define the meaning of “”admissibility”” in the context of international trade
- Understand the mission(s) of the U.S. Bureau of Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
- Gain awareness of the various types of imported products which are subject to import regulation, restriction and/or U.S.
compliance requirements
Customs Broker and Importer Relationships
- Define the type of relationship which CBP regulations specify exists between a customs broker and importer with
respect to “customs business” - Explain the basic functions and characteristics of a customs bond
- Identify the circumstances under which a customs broker becomes liable to CBP for payment of customs duty
on behalf of an importer
2 Lessons
Customs Broker’s Role in Supply Chain and Beyond
- Define the meaning of “informed compliance” under the U.S. Customs Modernization Act of 1993
- Explain the benefits a customs broker may achieve by networking with other brokers and forwarders around the world
- Describe the key factors that should encourage customs brokers to develop more consulting business with importers
Customs Broker’s Professional Conduct
- Name the five key client satisfaction do’s and don’ts (doing things R.I.G.H.T.)
- Learn how to convey an impression of professional competence and respect
- Describe practical guidelines for interacting with CBP officers and staff
2 Lessons
Customs Broker’s Relationships
- Define the type of relationship which CBP regulations specify exists between a customs broker and importer with
respect to “customs business” - Explain the duty which an agent has to his principle
- Identify items of information a customs broker must ask of the importing carrier or break bulk agent or
determine from the transport document
4 Lessons
Import – Customs Broker Responsibilities & Transactions
- Explain the function and importance of an arrival notice
- Identify the various locations where customs clearance may be accomplished
- Name two things a customs broker does to initiate a customs clearance transaction
2 Lessons
Customs Entry and Cargo Release Process
- Key process steps necessary to initiate a customs broker transaction
- What an importer bond is and when it is needed
- Timeframes for conditional customs release
2 Lessons
ABI System and Imports Subject to Processsing by U.S. Agencies
- What the ABI does
- The relevance of the Customs Automated Commercial Environment (“ACE”) to ABI
- Gain awareness of the various types of imported products that are subject to import regulation, restriction, and/or
U.S. compliance requirements