Customs Bond Services for U.S. Importers
Customs Bonds USA helps importers secure a continuous U.S. customs bond with a straightforward application process and support from a team that understands customs bond requirements.
Apply for a Customs BondFor $495, we help you complete the bond process, review the information needed to move forward, and get your customs bond in place so you can focus on importing your goods.
What Our Customs Bond Service Includes
Getting a customs bond involves more than purchasing a document. The information submitted with your bond needs to be accurate and complete so the bond can properly support your import activity.
When you purchase your customs bond through Customs Bonds USA, our team helps guide you through the process from application to bond issuance.
Your $495 customs bond service includes:
- A continuous customs bond providing 12 months of coverage
- A straightforward online application
- Review of the information needed for your bond
- Guidance if questions arise during the application process
- Processing and coordination of your customs bond
- Support from a team experienced with U.S. customs bonds
What Happens When You Buy a Customs Bond?
We’ve designed the process to make getting your customs bond as simple as possible.
1. Complete Your Application
Start by providing the information needed to prepare your customs bond. Our application walks you through the required details.
2. We Review Your Information
Our team reviews your submission and helps identify questions or missing information that could hold up the process.
3. Your Bond Is Processed
Once the required information is complete, we coordinate the bond process so your continuous customs bond can be put in place.
4. You’re Covered for Ongoing Import Activity
Your continuous customs bond provides coverage for qualifying customs transactions throughout its 12-month term, eliminating the need to arrange a new bond for each individual shipment.
Why Use Customs Bonds USA?
Customs bonds are tied directly to U.S. import compliance. Errors, missing information, or delays in obtaining the required bond can create unnecessary problems when you're trying to move goods through customs.
Working with Customs Bonds USA gives you a knowledgeable resource throughout the process rather than leaving you to navigate the requirements alone.
Avoid Application Mistakes
Incorrect or incomplete bond information can delay processing. We help make sure the information needed for your bond is collected and reviewed before it moves forward.
Understand What You're Buying
Customs bond requirements can be confusing, especially for new importers. Our team can answer questions about the application and help you understand what happens next.
Keep Your Import Process Moving
A required customs bond needs to be in place before applicable shipments can clear U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Getting the bond handled correctly helps prevent an avoidable compliance issue from becoming a shipping delay.
Get Help From People Who Know Customs Bonds
Customs Bonds USA is powered by AFC International, bringing customs and logistics experience to a process that many importers encounter for the first time.
Why You Shouldn't Ignore Your Customs Bond Requirement
For importers who are required to maintain a customs bond, it isn’t an optional administrative step.
A customs bond serves as a financial guarantee that required duties, taxes, fees, and other obligations to U.S. Customs and Border Protection will be met.
Trying to import without the required bond can prevent goods from clearing customs and may result in delays, additional costs, or other compliance complications.
One Bond, 12 Months of Coverage
The customs bond available through Customs Bonds USA is a continuous customs bond, which generally remains active for one year and can support multiple qualifying customs transactions during that period.
That means you can establish your bond coverage once and use it for your ongoing import activity rather than obtaining a separate bond for individual shipments.
Ready to Get Your Customs Bond?
Get started online for $495. Complete your application, submit your information, and let our team help you through the rest of the process.
Have Questions Before You Apply?
If you have questions about the application, the information you'll need, or how the customs bond process works, contact our team.