Customs Bonds

A customs bond is a binding contract that acts as a financial guarantee between three parties: the Surety – issuer of the customs bond, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, and the Importer of Record.

Customs & Border Protection requires a customs bond for commercial imports valued at $2,500 or more. These bonds ensure that U.S. Customs & Border Protection can collect payment up to the bond amount from the issuer in the event that the principal is not able to pay. Customs bonds also allow the issuer to use any legal means necessary to collect payment from the principal.

Importers can file single entry bonds for one-time imports or continuous bonds for ongoing import operations.

Single entry customs bonds are ideal for importers that only need to import a single shipment. The bond will only cover a single, specific shipment.

Continuous bonds are ideal for importers that have a large number of shipments or who import goods through multiple ports of entry throughout the year.

Do You Need a Customs Bond?

Commercial imports valued at $2,500+ require a customs bond per Customs & Border Protection regulations. Additionally, if your imports are intended for commercial use or are subject to any Partner Government Agencies (Partner Government Agency’s) such as the Food and Drug Administration, then you need a customs bond.

Customs bonds are an essential aspect of conducting international business and must be renewed periodically.

Once you’ve confirmed that you are ready to import, A Customs Brokerage will help set up your company with U.S. Customs and Border Protection and our Customs Brokerage Department will handle the procurement and set up of your Customs Bond.

At A Customs Brokerage, our experienced brokers can help you get a single entry or continuous customs bond in a matter of minutes.