About Customs Bonds USA

Customs Bonds USA is a customs bond service provider that helps U.S. importers secure continuous customs bonds and single transaction bonds with clarity, confidence, and responsive support. Customs Bonds USA is powered by AFC International, LLC, a U.S. customs brokerage and international shipping company with more than 25 years of customs clearance experience.

Importers need customs bond support that is accurate, efficient, and easy to understand. Customs Bonds USA helps importers approach the bond process with accurate information, practical guidance, and responsive communication. 

Customs Bonds USA was built to help importers understand their bond options, choose the right path, and move forward with greater confidence.

Powered by AFC International

Customs Bonds USA is powered by AFC International, LLC, a U.S. customs brokerage and international shipping company that helps importers clear goods through U.S. customs.

That operational foundation gives Customs Bonds USA a practical understanding of the import process, the timing pressures importers face, and the importance of accurate customs bond support.

Leading Customs Bonds USA is Robert Bowman. Robert brings more than 30 years of experience in administrative logistics, supply chain, and shipping. Under his leadership, Customs Bonds USA focuses on clear guidance, dependable communication, and world-class customer service for importers.

Why Businesses Trust Customs Bonds USA

Trust is built through clarity, consistency, and professional backing. Custom Bonds USA is designed around these principles.

Clear Guidance

Importers do not always arrive knowing which bond type they need. We make the distinction between continuous and single transaction bonds easier to understand, so customers can make informed decisions without uncertainty.

A Process Built for Real-World Timelines

Import activity often runs on fixed schedules. Bond issues can create delays at the wrong moment. We understand the importance of responsiveness and aim to support a smoother path from inquiry to bond issuance.

Professional Simplicity

Important processes do not need to feel confusing. We believe bond procurement should be explained in plain language, supported by a logical process, and presented in a way that respects the customer’s time.

What We Specialize in

Customs Bonds USA helps importers secure the customs bond option that fits their import activity.

•  We support two primary customs bond needs:
Continuous customs bonds for importers with recurring import activity.
•  Single transaction bonds for importers arranging coverage for one import entry.
For details about coverage periods, bond use cases, and application steps, visit our pages on continuous customs bonds and single transaction bonds.

For details about coverage periods, bond use cases, and application steps, visit our pages on continuous customs bonds and single transaction bonds.

Our Commitment

Customs Bonds USA was built on a simple principle: essential compliance support should feel dependable, not overwhelming.

Our approach is guided by a few standards:
   • clarity first
   • accuracy from the start
   • responsiveness when timing matters
   • support that builds confidence
A customer should leave the process understanding what they purchased, why it fits, and what comes next.

Our Experts

Donna D.

Customs Consulting & Compliance Manager

Donna D. is a licensed customs broker with import compliance experience dating back to 1997. She holds a bachelor’s degree in finance and economics and helps importers navigate customs clearance, documentation, and compliance questions.

Her experience includes commodities such as clothing, spirits, and wine. Donna brings a research-focused approach to helping clients understand the changing import environment.

Most Unique Commodity Ever Brokered: Goat head hunting trophy

Mimi A.

Customs Consulting & Compliance Manager

Mimi A. is a licensed customs broker with customs compliance experience dating back to 2008. She helps importers navigate changing import rules, customs clearance requirements, and compliance questions with a practical understanding of both brokerage and domestic shipping procedures.

Mimi also brings knowledge of domestic shipping operations, which helps support coordination between logistics providers and customs brokers. She leads the consulting team at United States Customs Clearance and helps clients maintain compliance as import and customs clearance requirements continue to evolve.

Most Unique Commodity Ever Brokered: Dog

Shannon M.

Customs Entry Writer

Shannon M. is a customs entry writer with 15 years of logistics industry experience, including 11 years focused on freight forwarding and customs brokerage. She has helped support customs clearance for air freight, ocean freight, and truck border crossing shipments.

Shannon’s entry writing experience gives her practical knowledge of import compliance, duty statements, HTS codes, and tariff-related documentation. She uses that knowledge to help prepare accurate customs documentation and support imports that follow applicable rules and regulations.

Most Unique Commodity Ever Brokered: Single walnut.

Move Forward with Confidence

Whether you need a continuous customs bond for ongoing imports or a single transaction bond for a specific shipment, Customs Bonds USA is here to help you take the next step with greater clarity and confidence.
Powered by AFC International, Customs Bonds USA delivers customs bond solutions through a process built on professionalism, focus, and trust.
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Refund Policy

Get Your Money Back – Guaranteed!

We want to be your import partner.

We know the process and requirements can be confusing, but it doesn’t have to be.

We can help.

So when ordering a product from our site, you will be happy to know there is no risk in choosing the “wrong” product. We have you covered. In the unlikely event, you select the wrong product, we can help. Our team can help navigate the proper purchase and refunds.

As long as you haven’t submitted your bond application, filed a new Importer of Record, or had your consultation session we can provide a refund for those products minus a service fee of $45.

You will have 90 days to submit your bond application to us, after that time you forfeit your bond fees and there will be no refunds.

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