Post Financial Security for Release Prior to Payment Privileges

The Release Prior to Payment (RPP) privilege allows importers to defer financial obligations while maintaining compliance with CBSA requirements. This privilege is designed to streamline the customs process and improve operational efficiency for importers.

  1. The Release Prior to Payment (RPP) Privilege
  1. Importers can obtain the release of goods from the CBSA before paying duties and taxes.
  2. Importers can defer the accounting of goods.
  3. Importers can defer the payment of duties and taxes.

For further information, refer to Memorandum D17-1-8 – Release Prior to Payment Privilege.

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  1. Memorandum D17-1-8 – Release Prior to Payment Privilege
  2. Memorandum D17-1-5 – Registration, Accounting, and Payment for Commercial Goods
  1. Enrollment in the RPP Program
  1. Importers who wish to enroll in RPP must provide financial security at the importer program account level.
  2. The financial security must be registered in the legal entity name associated with their business number.
  3. Enrollment is considered complete when an approved form of financial security is provided to the CBSA in compliance with their requirements.
  1. Claims and Compliance Monitoring
  1. The CBSA monitors security levels in the CARM system to ensure compliance.
  2. If a debtor fails to pay amounts owed under applicable legislation, the CBSA may pursue a claim against the financial security in accordance with the Financial Security Regulations.
  3. The claim process is initiated after reasonable collection attempts or in cases of bankruptcy or bankruptcy protection.
  4. Failure to comply with security requirements may result in the suspension or revocation of the RPP privilege.

For more information on registration requirements, visit Memorandum D17-1-5 – Registration, Accounting, and Payment for Commercial Goods.

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