Type 61 — Immediate Transportation
Move merchandise under bond to another port.
Type 62 — Transportation & Exportation
Transport through the U.S. and export.
Type 63 — Immediate Exportation
Export goods directly from port of arrival.
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CBP In-Bond is a customs procedure administered by U.S. Customs and Border Protection that permits imported merchandise to move within the United States without immediate payment of duties and taxes, under customs control.
This mechanism allows cargo arriving at a U.S. port of entry to be transported to another domestic port, bonded facility, or exit point before formal customs entry is filed.
In-Bond exports and arrivals must be reported electronically. CustomsCity’s module lets you file, create, track and close all three types from one interface.
Move merchandise under bond to another port.
Transport through the U.S. and export.
Export goods directly from port of arrival.
Transportation Companies moving goods.
Party taking physical custody.
Brokers, forwarders or agents.
Our 7512 In-Bond module gives you a complete workflow — from creating a transaction to closing it with CBP.
Nine live status counters give instant visibility.
Manual entry with validation, or Excel to bulk upload.
Manifest · Parties · Commodities.
Pricing is per transaction sent to CBP on a monthly basis. Responses received by CBP and sending
updates or deletes to CBP are not charged. Electronic In-bond counts as a transaction. Download
CBP LOI below and email completed form to info@customscity.com
An in-bond shipment refers to cargo that moves through the United States under the custody of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) without undergoing formal entry or payment of duties. This mechanism allows goods to be transported between U.S. ports for purposes such as exportation, warehousing, or later customs entry, while remaining under continuous customs control.
There are three primary categories of in-bond movements. Immediate Transportation (IT / Type 61) permits the transfer of cargo from the port of arrival to another U.S. port for formal entry. Transportation and Exportation (T&E / Type 62) allows goods to move through the United States for export from a different port. Immediate Exportation (IE / Type 63) applies when cargo is exported directly from the port where it first arrives.
In-bond entries may be filed by a licensed customs broker. The party submitting the filing assumes responsibility for ensuring that the cargo reaches its bonded destination and that the in-bond is properly closed in accordance with CBP requirements.
An in-bond filing requires specific data elements, including the in-bond number (if preassigned), shipper and consignee details, carrier information, ports of origin and destination, bill of lading or manifest number, a description of the merchandise, quantity and weight, conveyance details, and the applicable bond reference number.
Standard in-bond movements are valid for 30 days from the date the cargo arrives at the first U.S. port. If additional time is needed, an extension may be requested from CBP; however, approval is discretionary and not guaranteed.
In-bond shipments are governed by two key deadlines:
30-Day Transit Limit
You generally have up to 30 days to move in-bond merchandise from the port of arrival to the destination port. This countdown starts on the later of two dates: when CBP authorizes the movement or when the conveyance arrives. If the cargo is transported by barge, the allowed transit time is extended to 60 days.
15-Day Action Window at Destination
Once the shipment reaches the destination port, you have 15 calendar days to take one of the following actions:
Enter the goods for consumption
Export the goods
Admit the goods into a foreign-trade zone
If none of these actions is completed by the 16th day, the merchandise becomes subject to General Order (G.O.) procedures, and CBP may transfer it to a G.O. warehouse at your expense.
Failing to deliver the shipment within the 30-day transit period is considered an irregular delivery and may result in penalties. In addition, all arrival or export events must be reported to CBP electronically within two business days.
An arrival notification is an electronic confirmation submitted to CBP indicating that the in-bond shipment has reached its authorized destination. This notification must be filed within two business days of arrival and is essential for the proper closure of the in-bond transaction.
Failure to close an in-bond correctly may result in bond claims, monetary penalties, and increased scrutiny of future shipments. In some cases, CBP may assess duties and fees as though the cargo had entered U.S. commerce, in addition to imposing penalties for noncompliance. To mitigate these risks, the software monitors in-bond activity and issues alerts to prevent closure failures.
Yes, diversions are permitted but require prior authorization from CBP. A diversion request must be submitted electronically before the shipment arrives at its originally designated destination.
The platform offers real-time visibility into all in-bond movements, from initial filing through arrival notification and final closure. Users can track shipment status and identify pending arrivals.
The platform integrates with major carrier systems, transportation management systems (TMS), and warehouse management systems through APIs, reducing manual data entry and improving data accuracy.
Support services include 24/7 technical assistance, guidance in communications with CBP, troubleshooting support for rejections or holds, and training resources to promote efficient in-bond operations.
In-Bond movements require accuracy and tight timelines. A demo or free trial allows you to test filings with real shipment scenarios and confirm compliance workflows before relying on them operationally.
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