CBP Wants More Time to Collect Import Paperwork
Published Date: 11/26/2025
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection is asking to keep collecting info about duty-free shipments and carrier certificates for a bit longer. This affects businesses and carriers moving goods across borders, with no new fees or big changes—just a paperwork extension. If you want to share your thoughts, you’ve got until December 26, 2025, to speak up!
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