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CBP Form 255 Declaration of Unaccompanied Articles
What Is CBP Form 255?
This is a legal form that was released by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Customs and Border Protection on August 1, 2017 and used country-wide. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
FAQ
Q: What is CBP Form 255?
A: CBP Form 255 is the Declaration of Unaccompanied Articles.
Q: What is the purpose of CBP Form 255?
A: The purpose of CBP Form 255 is to declare unaccompanied articles being brought into the United States.
Q: Who needs to fill out CBP Form 255?
A: Anyone bringing unaccompanied articles into the United States needs to fill out CBP Form 255.
Q: What are unaccompanied articles?
A: Unaccompanied articles are items that are not accompanying the person bringing them into the United States, such as household goods or personal belongings.
Q: Do I have to pay duties on unaccompanied articles?
A: Duties may apply to certain unaccompanied articles, depending on their value and other factors. It is best to consult with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for specific information.
Q: Can I submit CBP Form 255 electronically?
A: At this time, CBP Form 255 cannot be submitted electronically and must be provided in paper form.
Q: Are there any penalties for not filling out CBP Form 255?
A: Failure to provide accurate and complete information on CBP Form 255 can result in penalties, such as the seizure of unreported goods or monetary fines.
Q: Is CBP Form 255 required for all goods being brought into the United States?
A: CBP Form 255 is not required for all goods being brought into the United States. It is specifically for declaring unaccompanied articles.
Form Details:
- Released on August 1, 2017;
- The latest available edition released by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Customs and Border Protection;
- Easy to use and ready to print;
- Yours to fill out and keep for your records;
- Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
- Fill out the form in our online filing application.
Download a fillable version of CBP Form 255 by clicking the link below or browse more documents and templates provided by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Customs and Border Protection.
