Late on Fees? Customs Brokers Get the Boot from Uncle Sam

2026-06164 — Addition of Preclearance Facility at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport

U.S. Customs and Border Protection just opened a new preclearance spot at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport starting March 10, 2026. This means travelers flying directly to the U.S. from there can clear customs and immigration before they even board, making arrivals smoother and faster. If you fly from this airport, expect quicker entry into the U.S. with less hassle and no extra fees.

2026-04786 — Extension of Import Restrictions Imposed on Certain Archaeological and Ecclesiastical Ethnological Material of Colombia

The U.S. is extending import restrictions on certain ancient and religious artifacts from Colombia until March 10, 2031. This means collectors, museums, and sellers need to keep following the rules to protect Colombia’s cultural treasures. The extension starts March 10, 2026, and helps stop illegal imports without affecting regular trade money flows.

2025-21732 — Customs Broker Permit User Fee Payment for 2026

If you’re a customs broker, your 2026 permit user fee is $185.38, due by January 30, 2026. This fee went up a bit because of inflation rules from a law called the FAST Act. So, mark your calendar and get ready to pay on time to keep your permit active and hassle-free!

2025-21607 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Revision; Entry Summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is updating the paperwork they collect for entry summaries, which affects businesses importing goods. They’re asking for public feedback by December 31, 2025, to make sure the process is clear and efficient. No big cost changes are expected, but your input can help shape how easy or tricky this paperwork is in the future!

2025-21606 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Extension; International Mail Duty Worksheet

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection is asking to keep using the International Mail Duty Worksheet, which helps figure out taxes on packages coming from other countries. If you send or receive international mail, this affects you! They want your feedback by January 30, 2026, but there’s no new cost or big changes—just a paperwork extension to keep things running smoothly.

2025-21140 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Extension; Holders or Containers Which Enter the United States Duty Free

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is extending the paperwork rules for holders or containers that enter the U.S. duty free. If you’re involved in shipping or importing these items, you might need to keep providing certain info, but no big changes or extra costs are expected. You’ve got until December 26, 2025, to share your thoughts on this extension!

Previous: 2025-23212 — Information Collection; Examination of Records by Comptroller General and Contract Audit

The government agencies OFPP, DoD, GSA, and NASA want to keep checking records and contracts to make sure everything’s on the up and up. They’re asking the public to share thoughts on extending this process for three more years, which helps keep government spending honest without adding extra hassle. Comments are open until February 17, 2026, so now’s the time to speak up!

Next: 2025-23214 — Center for Scientific Review; Notice of Closed Meetings

The NIH’s Center for Scientific Review is holding several closed virtual meetings on January 21, 2026, to review and decide on important grant applications. These meetings protect private info and trade secrets while helping fund exciting science projects. If you’re involved in neuroscience, health behavior, or clinical care research, these reviews could impact future funding and research opportunities.