Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-08975
Public Comment Request: Extension of CBP Form 3171 Information Collection
Buyer
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Posted
May 06, 2026
Respond By
June 05, 2026
Identifier
2026-08975
This notice from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) invites public comment on the extension of an information collection for CBP Form 3171. - Government Buyer: - Department of Homeland Security - U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) - Office of Trade, Regulations and Rulings - Purpose: - Seeking feedback on the continued use of CBP Form 3171 - Form is used by commercial carriers and importers to request permission for unlading imported merchandise, baggage, or passengers - Also used to request overtime services from CBP officers - No procurement of products or services is involved - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned - Unique Requirements: - Public input is requested on the necessity, accuracy, and burden of the information collection process - Focus is on regulatory compliance and administrative efficiency, not acquisition
Description
The Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is submitting an information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This collection involves the extension of the Application-Permit-Special License related to unlading, lading, and overtime services. The form (CBP Form 3171) is used by commercial carriers and importers to request permission for unloading imported merchandise, baggage, or passengers, and to request overtime services from CBP officers. Public comments are requested by June 5, 2026.