ISF Filing Options  CBP has begun development of an internet-based web portal to accept ISF filings  Importers must pre-register their importer ID numbers with CBP (i.e., IRS# or SSN#)  Registration of the importer ID number can be done in person at a local Port of Entry or by a licensed customs broker via the use of CBP Form 5106  Portal will be available no earlier than August 2010  Use of the portal will probably be limited to no more than two (2) ISF filings per day, with a maximum of twelve (12) per year  In addition, some service providers allow self-filers indirect access to CBP systems via the internet  Contact a CBP Client Representative at 571-468-5500 to discuss self-filing options
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