Federal Register #USCBP-2026-0992

CBP proposed advance electronic reporting requirements for international rail carriers

CBP is proposing advance electronic reporting requirements for international rail carriers crossing the U.S. border. - Government buyer: U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Office of Field Operations. - Scope: Carriers would submit advance train arrival or departure notices and electronic information for each passenger and crew member, including people crossing in transit. - Timing and accuracy: Train notices would generally be due at least 24 hours before the train reaches the border; traveler information would be due at least 60 minutes before departure. Carriers would update changed information, verify travel documents against submitted data, and respond to CBP messages. - Reporting systems: Carriers would use a CBP-certified transmission system or CBP-approved electronic data interchange system. An alternative method may be allowed in unforeseen circumstances. - Exception: Active-duty U.S. military personnel traveling on orders aboard a U.S. Department of War-chartered train would be exempt. - Products, OEMs, and vendors: No products, part numbers, OEMs, or commercial vendors are identified. This is a proposed regulation, not a product or service procurement.

Description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is proposing to require rail carriers to electronically transmit advance traveler information for crew and passengers arriving in or departing from the United States by train. Carriers would also be required to submit advance notices of train arrival or departure. The proposal describes transmission through a CBP-certified system or a CBP-approved electronic data interchange system and is intended to enhance security while facilitating legitimate international rail travel. Comments are due December 14, 2026.

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