CBP Form 1302A Cargo Declaration

What Is CBP Form 1302A?

This is a legal form that was released by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Customs and Border Protection on March 1, 2020 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 1302A?
A: CBP Form 1302A is the Cargo Declaration form used by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to gather information about the cargo being imported or exported.

Q: Who needs to complete CBP Form 1302A?
A: The CBP Form 1302A needs to be completed by any person or entity responsible for the cargo being imported or exported, including carriers, shippers, or their authorized agents.

Q: What information is required on CBP Form 1302A?
A: CBP Form 1302A requires information such as the name and address of the shipper, the consignee, a description of the goods, the value, and the country of origin.

Q: When should CBP Form 1302A be submitted?
A: CBP Form 1302A should be submitted to the CBP at or prior to the arrival of the cargo in the case of imports, and prior to the departure of the cargo in the case of exports.

Q: Are there any penalties for not completing CBP Form 1302A?
A: Yes, failure to complete CBP Form 1302A accurately and timely can result in penalties or delays in the clearance of the cargo by CBP.