• LICENSED BROKER ‘CUSTOMS BUSINESS

    Question: I am an unpermitted LCB employed by an importer that self-files. I advise on the regulations, classification, create invoices, and communicate with CBP. My understanding of the regulations is that I do not conduct Customs Business for another since I am a representative of the importer who employs me. I have seen other brokers […]

  • TRIENNIAL REPORT

    Question: I am holding an individual Customs license, but I am not actively engaged in Customs business.  Do I still need to pay $100.00?  Please kindly let me know. I thought I could just fill out the form and send to the port, and I don’t need to pay $100.00. ========== Answers: You have to […]

  • BROKERS LICENSE APPLICATION

    Question: I recently passed the April exam.  When I received my application packet/letter, it stated that I would be required to have my fingerprints, photograph and interview at one of Customs and Border Protection’s Global Enrollment System (GES) processing locations.   I wanted to get feedback from the membership, to see if anyone has ever had […]

  • Brokers License application

      Question: I passed my brokers exam in October 2011.  Received confirmation letter December 2011.  Sent in application January 2012.   September 3rd 2012 I had my interview with Customs in ORD.  I have called several times for updates but there are none.  Is this a normal time frame?  Is anyone else having this issue? Any […]

  • Import/Export Consulting Business

      Question:   What steps are required to create a small import / export compliance consulting business? I am a licensed customs broker since 2006 having worked in management for two large multi billion dollar global companies, and have an International Business BBA.   I am hoping to start off small with a few exporters […]

  • Brokers License

      QUESTION:   Can anyone advise on the general content of the interview performed after applying for a broker license?   IE: What questions can one be expected to answer? How long does the interview last? Are you expected to bring any documents? *************** 

  • Background Review

      Question: Generally speaking, how long is it between the time the nice agents finish asking questions and calling everyone I ever met until I would actually hear back?  Is there any way to check on the status of a license review?   I am hesitant to call the port director because…I don’t know why…I just […]

  • Background Review

      Question: Generally speaking, how long is it between the time the nice agents finish asking questions and calling everyone I ever met until I would actually hear back?  Is there any way to check on the status of a license review?   I am hesitant to call the port director because…I don’t know why…I just […]

  • APRIL 2010 BROKERS EXAM

    Question: I am concerned that the past two exams both included material from 19 CFR351.  The materials listed for the April 2010 exam do not include “19 CFRParts 200 to End.” Does anyone have any insight into whether ADD/CVD will not be included inthe April 2010 exam because 19 CFR 351 is not one of […]