Federal Register #USCBP-2026-0793

CBP Tests Electronic Informal Entry for International Mail; HUD Consolidates Kansas City Offices

This notice outlines two government initiatives led by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD): - U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Electronic Informal Entry Test - CBP, a DHS sub-agency, is piloting a new electronic informal entry process (Entry Type 13) for international mail shipments valued at $2,500 or less - The test is designed to replace the suspended duty-free de minimis exemption for mail shipments - Qualified participants include owners, purchasers, licensed customs brokers, and carriers - All entries must be filed electronically in the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) - The process aims to automate data collection and improve compliance with import requirements - Participation is voluntary and open to all eligible parties - No specific OEMs, vendors, or product purchases are involved; this is a procedural and systems test - HUD Kansas City Office Consolidation - HUD plans to consolidate its Kansas City, Missouri Field Office into the Kansas City, Kansas Regional Office - The goal is to achieve cost savings, enhance operational efficiency, and optimize leased space utilization - No products, OEMs, or vendors are specified for this consolidation - Notable Requirements - For the CBP test: mandatory electronic filing, compliance with CBP's CATAIR data transmission standards, and eligibility criteria for participants - For the HUD consolidation: focus on operational efficiency and cost savings, with no procurement of goods or services specified

Description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is conducting a test of a new electronic informal entry type 13 for merchandise entering the United States through the international mail process. This test allows qualified participants to file informal entries electronically in the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) for shipments valued at $2,500 or less, including those previously eligible for the de minimis exemption. The test aims to facilitate legitimate trade, automate data collection, and ensure compliance with applicable requirements. Participation is voluntary and open to owners, purchasers, licensed customs brokers, and carriers involved in international mail shipments to the U.S. The test will start on September 22, 2026, and continue until further notice.

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