Welcome! One of the primary objectives of the Office of Trade Relations is to increase the public's knowledge of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) policies and procedures. Often we act as an advocate for individuals and trade groups who voice concerns or raise questions. Many times in researching issues we discover that if the individual had only known the proper procedures to follow in the beginning, they could have avoided difficulties later on. Quite often when addressing trade concerns we hear "but, I didn't know". In order to assist you, we have provided some helpful "did you know" importing and exporting tips below READ MORE. For the latest U.S. Customs and Border Protection news, visit the CBP Newsroom HERE
All
customs brokers are required to have a valid Customs power of attorney on file
prior to transacting any Customs business on the behalf of the importer of
record. This form allows the broker to transact Customs business only. The power
of attorney must indicate the US tax reporting number for the importer, it must
specify if the importer is a corporation, partnership, sole proprietor or an
individual, along with the name of the company and a U.S. address. Unless an
expiration date is put on the power of attorney, it is good until revoked,
except for a partnership, which automatically expires in two years from signing.
Click the link for the American Customs Brokers Company Power of Attorney.