Custom Bonds for U.S. Importers

A customs bond is a financial guarantee that helps U.S. importers meet CBP requirements for duties, taxes, fees, and other customs obligations. Customs Bonds USA, powered by AFC International, LLC, helps importers understand bond requirements and secure the right bond for their shipment and import activity.

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Do You Need a Customs Bond?

Many U.S. importers need a custom bond before goods can move through the import process. Whether a bond is needed often depends on shipment value, entry type, and whether importing activity is occasional or ongoing.

Find the Right Bond for Your Import Needs

The right customs bond usually depends on how often you import into the United States. Customs Bonds USA helps importers compare Single Entry Bonds and Continuous Bonds based on shipment frequency and ongoing import activity.

Single Entry Bond

Best for one-time or infrequent imports
Used for a specific shipment
Good for occasional importers

Learn About Single Entry Bonds

Continuous Bonds

Best for frequent importers
Covers unlimited imports over a 12-month period
Often better for ongoing import operations

Learn About Continuous Bonds

Not sure which is right for you? Call 480-725-3433 and a bond specialist can help you compare your options and take the next step.

Why Importers Work With Custom Bonds USA

For more than four decades, AFC International has helped U.S. importers navigate customs bond requirements with clearer guidance and responsive support. Importers work with Customs Bonds USA when they need help understanding bond options, choosing between a Single Entry Bond and a Continuous Bond, and knowing what information or next steps may be required.

Clear Bond Guidance

We help you identify the bond type that matches your shipment frequency, entry needs, and import activity.

Clear Bond Application Process

Our process helps reduce delays by making the bond application process easier to understand and complete.

Support for Growing Importers

We help businesses that import once, import occasionally, or manage ongoing import activity throughout the year.

Practical Help

We explain customs bond requirements in practical, easy-to-follow language.

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Importing for the First Time? Start Here

First-time importers may need to establish Importer of Record information before goods move through the
U.S. Import process with Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Custom Bonds USA explains the next
steps, including when Importer of Record (IOR) support may be needed.

Who We Help

Customs Bonds USA supports first-time importers, small to medium sized
commercial importers, and occasional or one-time importers that need reliable
bond solutions for customs clearance and ongoing trade compliance.

Businesses we help include, but aren’t limited to, the following:

Growing E-commerce importers
Wholesale distributors
Manufacturers
Retail importers & suppliers
High-duty & tariff-sensitive importers
Partner Government Agency (PGA) regulated importers
Industrial & project-based importers
Customs brokers serving importers
Freight forwarders supporting commercial importers

How to Get a Customs Bond

We understand how difficult it can be to obtain the right bond for your imports. That’s why here at Customs Bonds USA, we’ve condensed the process into four simple steps.

1. Request A Quote

Share your shipment and importer details.

2. Choose the Right Bond

Confirm whether you need a single entry bond or continuous bond.

3. Submit Your Application

Complete the required information and documentation.

4. Receive Bond Support

Get help moving toward customs clearance and next steps.

Common Questions About Customs Bonds

Do I need a customs bond?
Importers bringing in goods to the U.S. with a value over $2,500 or regulated by a PGA like the Department of Transportation (DOT), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will need a customs bond.
What Information do I need to buy a customs bond?
To buy a customs bond, you’ll need basic identifying information about your business and goods. This includes your company name, business type, location, goods description, and employer identification number (EIN), among other details.
Can first-time importers get help?
Absolutely! However, first-time importers will need to register as an Importer of Record (IOR) before obtaining their bond. Customs Bonds USA provides an IOR add-on if this applies to you.

Need a Customs Bond?

Customs Bonds USA helps importers apply for a Single Entry Bond for one shipment or a Continuous Bond for recurring imports.
Powered by AFC International, LLC, we provide clear bond information and responsive support to help you move forward.

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Behind Every Quote

Customs Bonds USA is a service operated by AFC International for U.S. importers who need help with customs bond requirements. Importers can request a quote online, call for support, or email the team with questions about timing, bond type, and next steps.

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