How do I apply for CSA?
In order to take advantage of the benefits of the Customs Self Assessment accounting program, applicants must undertake a comprehensive CBSA 3-part pre-approval process.
MEPS is focused on working with the Importer to help complete the 3-part pre-approval process- In Part I, clients must undergo a risk assessment to demonstrate they have a history of compliance
- In Part II, applicants must show their business processes as well as books and records have the necessary linkages, controls, and audit trails to support CSA requirements
- In Part III, clients must commit to meeting their obligations under the program by signing a client undertaking with the CBSA
In Addition...
- Commercial Drivers will have to apply and be approved for the Commercial Driver Registration Program (CDRP), which includes a rigorous pre-screening process. Once approved in the CDRP, the Driver will be issued a photo-identification card with a bar code, which must be presented upon arriving at Customs
- Shipments cleared through the CSA process, like all other shipments, may be subject to examinations
- CSA-approved Carriers and Importers will continue to be subject to post-audit verifications. CBSA Compliance Managers will monitor the results of such activities, as well as the compliance record of approved clients
- The CSA program allows the CBSA to focus its efforts on trade and Drivers of higher or unknown risk
- This strengthens customs' ability to protect the health and safety of Canadians while facilitating the flow of legitimate trade.
CSA is the foundation for the FAST Program, a bi-national program between Canada and the United States for processing low risk commercial shipments along our shared border.
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