CBP Updates ACE System Requirements

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has announced significant updates to the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) system that will affect all importers and customs brokers starting next quarter.

Technical Updates

The updates include:

• New data elements for entry summaries
• Enhanced partner government agency message sets
• Improved reconciliation functionality
• Updated error messaging and validation rules

Implementation Timeline

CBP has provided the following timeline:

• February 1: Test environment available
• March 1: Pilot program begins
• April 1: Mandatory compliance date

Required Actions

To ensure compliance, businesses should:

1. Review current ACE configurations
2. Update EDI mappings as needed
3. Test new message formats in the certification environment
4. Train staff on new requirements
5. Update standard operating procedures

Our team has extensive experience with ACE implementations and can assist with your transition to the new requirements.