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LOI Requirements (Letter of Intent): CBP Application for AIR/OCEAN/ABI #
All applications should be emailed to: letterofintent@cbp.dhs.gov.
| Freight Forwarder | Ocean Carrier | Port Authority | Terminal Operator | Secondary Notify Party |
|---|---|---|---|---|
SCAC code |
SCAC code |
Must obtain an LOI from each client they intend to transmit ACE Ocean eManifest data |
Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) Marine Terminal Operator (MTO) number |
Must have a SCAC or FIRMS code |
FMC code |
Type 3 International Carrier Bond |
Complete LOI (Letter of Intent) |
Complete LOI (Letter of Intent) |
Complete LOI (Letter of Intent) |
Type 3 International Carrier Bond |
Complete LOI (Letter of Intent) |
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Complete LOI (Letter of Intent) |
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