IMPORTER FRAUD PROTECTION PROGRAM

When an importer identity is compromised, they are often unaware until U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issues a notice of detention following a cargo exam. If a criminal obtains your tax ID and address, and files entries against your bond, your legitimate business may be on the hook.

HOW THE FRAUD PROTECTION PROGRAM WORKS

Once you sign up for the Fraud Protection Program, you will received an email if the surety detects suspicious activity related to a potentially unauthorized use of your importer number. This can happen, for example, if a new filer makes entry against your continuous bond. If you received an e-mail, it will detail the bond number, entry number and the filer code. You can also opt-out of these notifications at any time. These reports can help you detect whether a broker you normally don’t use has made an entry on your behalf without a valid power attorney.

For more further information contact your broker and inquire about this program.