CBP Form 3461: Entry/Immediate Delivery

In Block 1, record the U.S. port code utilizing the ScheduleD, Port Codes, listed in Annex C of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS). The port is where the merchandise is released under an immediate delivery permit. Use the following format: DDPP (no spaces or hyphens).

Under 2. BOND TYPE, mark Single Transaction Bond, Continuous Bond or No Bond Required.

In Block 3, check the appropriate box for IRS, SSN, or CBP assigned number of the importer of record. Record the number in the space provided. SSNs can be used to uniquely identify any importer or consignee that does not have an importer ID.

In Block 4, record the name and address of the importer of record.

In Block 5, record the 11-digit alphanumeric code. The entry number is comprised of the three-digit filer code, followed by the seven-digit entry number, and completed with the one-digit check digit. Leading zeros must be shown. The check digit is computed on the previous 10 characters.

The Entry Filer Code represents the three-character alphanumeric filer code assigned to the filer or importer by CBP. The Entry Number represents the seven-digit number assigned by the filer. The number may be assigned in any manner convenient, provided that the same number is not assigned to more than one CBP Form 3461.

Provide the value of the bond in Block 6, the value of the entry in Block 7 and the value of the line in Block 32, each in U.S. dollars, rounded off to the nearest whole dollar. A value must be provided for each HTS code entered.

In Block 8, Centralized Examination Station (CES), provide the Facilities Information and Resource Management (FIRMS) code of the desired devanning or CES in case this shipment is subject to an intensive exam. If there is only one site, this information is not required.

In Block 9, record the appropriate entry type code by selecting the two-digit code for the type of entry summary being filed. The first digit of the code identifies the general category of the entry (i.e., consumption = 0, informal = 1, warehouse = 2).

In Block 10, record the entry number of the originating warehouse entry, for Entry Type 22 Only.

In Block 11, provide the surety code. The surety code identifies the surety company, authorized by the Department of Treasury, for the bond.

In Block 12, record the U.S. port code where the merchandise was unladen from the importing vessel, aircraft or train. Do not show the name of the port instead of the numeric code.

Under 13. MODE OF TRANSPORTATION, mark Air, Ocean, Rail, Truck, Hand Carry, Other or Pipeline.

In Block 14, record the Facilities Information and Resources Management (FIRMS) codes where the goods are available for examination. Where the FIRMS Code is not available, record the name and physical location of the goods.

In Block 15, if the shipment has been placed in a general order (G.O.) warehouse, enter the G.O. number (e.g., 2022-0638).

In Block 17, provide the reference ID code. In Block 18, provide the reference ID number up to 50 characters.

In Block 19, check the box if self certification has been uploaded to the Document Image System.

The Header Parties must apply to the entire entry; if not, skip to Line Information.

In Block 20, select the Header Party Type from the available options. Use a separate line for each Header Party Type.

In Block 21, provide the name and address of the selected Header Party.

In Block 22, if applicable, check the appropriate box to indicate if you are providing an IRS, SSN, or CBP Assigned number. Record the number in the space provided.

I hereby make application for entry/immediate delivery. I certify that the above information is accurate, the bond is sufficient, valid, and current, and that all requirements of 19 CFR Part 142 have been met.

In Block 23, record the name, job title, and signature of the owner, purchaser, or agent who signs the declaration.

When the entry summary consists of more than one page, the signature of the declarant, title, and date must be recorded on the first page.

Facsimile signatures are acceptable.

In Block 24, report the applicant's phone number. In Block 25, record the date of when the applicant signed the form.

The following items will be placed in Block 26 in the following order. Examination Site: the broker/importer must give the desired devanning or centralized exam site in case the shipment is subject to an intensive exam. If there is only one such site, this information is not required.

Container Numbers: the broker/importer must give the container numbers covered by the entry and bills of lading in the case of containerized sea cargo.

In Block 28, provide the 10-digit Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) of the U.S. number. If the entry type is 23 (TIB), at least two HTS codes must be provided per line.

In Block 29, if the HTS code is known, check the HTS box and provide the HTS code. If the HTS code is not known, check the commercial/invoice box and provide a description of the merchandise.

Block 30 (line item quantity), Block 31 (FTZ filing date) and Block 34 (zone status) are for entry type 06. For all other entry types, leave blank.

In Block 33, record the country of origin utilizing the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) country code located in Annex B of the HTS. When merchandise is invoiced in or exported from a country other than that in which it originated, the actual country of origin shall be specified rather than the country of invoice or exportation.

In Block 38, check the box to indicate if the Bill of Lading is not automated. In Block 39, check the box to indicate if the bill is a split bill.

In Block 40, select the Bill of Lading type from the available options: In-Bond, Master, House, or Regular/Simple.

In Block 42, provide the in-bond number. In Block 43, record the number listed on the manifest of the importing carrier.

In Block 44, report the entered quantity for each IT/BOL/AWB covered by this entry.

In Block 45, provide the unit of measure code.

In Block 46, provide the voyage number if arrival by vessel, the flight number if arrival by air, and the trip number if arrival by land of the importing carrier which brought the merchandise into the United States. In Block 47, Conveyance Name, provide the name of the vessel, airline, truck or rail.

In Block 48, provide the month, day, year (MM/DD/YYYY) the merchandise arrived at a U.S. port of entry. For pre-filed entries, use the scheduled date of arrival.

Entry/Immediate Delivery, CBP Form 3461, is where U.S. Customs and Border Protection requests the information for imports into the United States. The information collected on CBP Forms 3461 and 3461 ALT allows CBP Officers to verify that the information regarding the consignee and shipment is correct and that a bond is on file with CBP. CBP also uses these forms to close out the manifest and to establish the obligation to pay estimated duties in the time period prescribed by law or regulation.