e-Manifest Services
What is an Electronic Manifest?
On October 27, 2006, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) published a Federal Register Notice establishing the mandatory use of ACE Electronic Manifest (e-Manifest) at all land border ports mandating commercial and private carriers to communicate with U.S. Customs and Border Protection electronically before arrival at the border.
Basically an electronic manifest is a declaration of the conveyance, crew and commodity sent to CBP one hour prior to arrival at the port of entry.
In order to file an e-manifest, the carrier must first obtain a Standard Carrier Alpha Code.
Obtaining a Standard Carrier Alpha Code (SCAC)
The Standard Carrier Alpha Code is a vital part of the e-Manifest process. This unique code identifies the carrier to U.S. Customs and Border Protection and allows for the carrier to file their e-manifest with U.S. Customs.
To file for a SCAC code you must apply to the National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA). You can submit your application and $55.00 application fee online at www.nmfta.org. Once it has been received you will receive a letter from the NMFTA with your assigned SCAC* code and instructions on completing the process.
* SCAC codes are only valid for one year and must be renewed annually.
Setting up your e-Manifest Account
The process to set your e-Manifest account is simple. Just fill out our set up forms and submit to PCB. Download the E-manifest setup form to get started.
One-Stop Shopping
PCB can handle all of your import transaction needs.
In addition to the e-manifest service, we can process the U.S. Customs entry documents clearing your merchandise into the commerce of the United States while simultaneously filing your e-manifest.
Allowing PCB to be your sole service provider ensures that all CBP regulations are met with accuracy and eliminates delays at the border.
Benefits:
- Full e-Manifest Processing
- PCB can file the e-manifest on your behalf
- e-Manifest self-filing
- Access granted to our system so you can file your own e-manifest
- 24/7 Support
- Regardless of which service you choose, we are ALWAYS OPEN 24 hours, 7 days per week, 365 days a year to offer full support.
For further information on e-manifest, please contact our Client Services Team.
