In-Transit eManifest Canada & USA | CBP and CBSA Filing

In-Transit eManifest Services for Canada and the United States

Use this form to submit an in-transit eManifest for commercial shipments moving between two locations in the same country while travelling through another country.
In-transit shipments include:
Canada to Canada through the United States: Goods transported from one location in Canada to another location in Canada, passing through the United States.
United States to United States through Canada: Goods transported from one location in the United States to another location in the United States, passing through Canada.
The supplied shipment and conveyance information will be transmitted to the appropriate customs agency: U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) or the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), depending on the route.
Please ensure all information is accurate and complete before submitting your in-transit eManifest. Taking a few extra minutes to verify your information can help prevent border delays and reduce the risk of complications during customs processing.
Important: Submitting an electronic in-transit eManifest does not eliminate the requirement to complete the applicable in-transit customs documentation.
Shipments travelling through the United States: Form 7512B is required, as applicable.
Shipments travelling through Canada: Form A8B is required, as applicable.
Your customs broker may be able to assist with preparing the required in-transit customs documentation.
The following instructions and tips will help you complete your In-Transit eManifest Request form accurately and avoid common submission errors.

Border Crossing and Carrier Information

To access your carrier account and submit your in-transit eManifest, we require your company name and the Carrier Code associated with that company.
We also recommend providing the name and telephone number of the best contact person in case additional information or clarification is required during processing.

Driver Manifest Requirements

Drivers must present an Electronic Manifest cover sheet or lead sheet to the Border Services Officer upon arrival at the border. Ensure the driver has the appropriate manifest documentation before beginning the border crossing.

Port of Arrival Requirements

Selecting the correct port of arrival is important when submitting an in-transit eManifest.
Although electronic manifests are accepted at many border crossings, not every port is equipped to process all types of commercial shipments. Port operating hours and available inspection services can also vary.
When selecting your port of arrival, consider the following:
Port capabilities: Ensure the port can process your specific type of commercial shipment.
Operating hours: Verify that the port is open when your shipment is expected to arrive. Not all commercial ports operate 24 hours a day.
Inspection requirements: If your shipment requires an X-ray examination or additional inspection, select a larger port equipped to handle those requirements.
Port accuracy: eManifests are port-specific. The driver must arrive at the port of arrival specified on the submitted eManifest.
Do not send your driver to a different port than the one listed on the eManifest without first addressing the necessary changes.

Shipper and Consignee Information

The shipper and consignee information on your in-transit eManifest must accurately reflect the origin and destination of the shipment.
The shipper should be the address where the shipment originates.
For shipments moving from one Canadian location to another through the United States, the shipper address will be in Canada.
For shipments moving from one U.S. location to another through Canada, the shipper address must be in the United States.
The consignee should be the final destination address where the shipment is being delivered.
Your electronic manifest shipment information must match the applicable in-transit customs documentation, including Form 7512B or Form A8B.
Ensure the shipper, consignee and shipment details are consistent across all required documents.

Truck, Trailer, Driver and Passenger Information

The truck, trailer, driver, crew members and passengers listed on your in-transit eManifest must accurately reflect the equipment and individuals who will actually arrive at the border.
CBP and CBSA Border Services Officers may verify the information submitted electronically against the vehicle and identification documents presented at the crossing.
Please follow these guidelines:
Truck: Enter the correct truck or power unit identification. Do not use internal unit numbers in place of the required identification.
Trailer: Provide the correct trailer identification and license plate information.
Driver: Enter the driver's full legal name and accurate identification information.
Crew Members and Passengers: Include all applicable individuals who will be travelling in the vehicle.
Do not use nicknames, shortened names or internal company unit numbers where actual identification details are required.
Providing complete and accurate information helps ensure the electronic manifest matches what the Border Services Officer sees when the vehicle arrives and can help reduce the potential for secondary inspection and border delays.
Submit Your In-Transit eManifest Request
Before submitting your request, review all carrier, border crossing, shipper, consignee, shipment, vehicle and person information for accuracy.
The information provided will be transmitted to CBP or CBSA, as applicable. Ensure that your required in-transit customs documentation is also completed and available for the border crossing.