The mandated order of steps in multi-step regulated processes, from the authority that enforces the order: which inspection or filing must be approved before the next one may happen, what may not proceed until it passes, and the deadline attached to it. One record is one step in one authority's published sequence. Covers municipal building inspection sequences (the rough-in must pass before the wall closes; no concrete before the footing inspection) and the US import Importer Security Filing chain (ISF no later than 24 hours before lading; flexible filings finalised no later than 24 hours before arrival; cargo release withheld without an ISF). Answers 'did I need an inspection before drywall', 'what order do building inspections happen in', 'when does the ISF have to be filed', and 'what happens if the ISF is late'. The sequence is usually published only as prose on the enforcing authority's own page, one jurisdiction at a time; no comparison table exists anywhere.

Facts extracted from the freely published pages of the authorities that enforce each sequence — municipal building departments and US Customs and Border Protection — with a short attributed quote and a link back. Inspection order and filing deadlines are public regulatory facts. No source page used carries a restrictive notice; US federal documents are public domain.

What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** Duty to Request a Final Inspection and Obtain Final Approval

**Process:** Residential building inspection sequence

**Jurisdiction:** Creve Coeur, Missouri

**Order:** 10

**What must already be done:** Upon completion of the work described in the permit application and on the approved construction documents

**What may not proceed until it passes:** the permit holder must request a final inspection and obtain final approval before any occupancy of the building or structure may occur

> 10. Duty to Request a Final Inspection and Obtain Final Approval Upon completion of the work described in the permit application and on the approved construction documents, the permit holder must request a final inspection and obtain final approval before any occupancy of the building or structure may occur. Failure of the permit holder to obtain final approval constitutes a violation of the Building Code and subjects the permit holder to penalties as set forth in Section 116.4.

Source: <https://www.crevecoeurmo.gov/253/Sequence-of-Inspection-Page-2>

Duty to Request a Final Inspection and Obtain Final Approval — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** Final Inspection

**Process:** Wood deck inspection sequence

**Jurisdiction:** Creve Coeur, Missouri

**What may not proceed until it passes:** The completed deck project must be inspected and approved prior to use

> Final Inspection: The completed deck project must be inspected and approved prior to use.

Source: <https://www.crevecoeurmo.gov/87/Sequence-of-Inspections-for-Wood-Decks>

Final Inspection — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** Final Inspection

**Process:** Residential building inspection sequence

**Jurisdiction:** Creve Coeur, Missouri

**Order:** 7

**What must already be done:** after all required inspections are approved, including the final mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire inspections

> 7. Final Inspection A final building inspection must be made after all required inspections are approved, including the final mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire inspections.

Source: <https://www.crevecoeurmo.gov/253/Sequence-of-Inspection-Page-2>


**Step:** Foundation Inspection

**Process:** Residential building inspection sequence

**Jurisdiction:** Creve Coeur, Missouri

**Order:** 2

**What must already be done:** after the top of the footing has been cleaned, the foundation forms have been properly set, the reinforcing steel has been cleaned and tied in place and the proper anchor bolts are on-site

**What may not proceed until it passes:** No concrete may be placed without this inspection being approved

> 2. Foundation Inspection A foundation inspection is required after the top of the footing has been cleaned, the foundation forms have been properly set, the reinforcing steel has been cleaned and tied in place and the proper anchor bolts are on-site. A city-approved barrier must be in place around the excavation until backfilling has occurred. No concrete may be placed without this inspection being approved.

Source: <https://www.crevecoeurmo.gov/86/Sequence-of-Inspections>

Foundation Inspection — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** Framing Inspection

**Process:** Wood deck inspection sequence

**Jurisdiction:** Creve Coeur, Missouri

**What must already be done:** Guard rail posts and stair stringers should be cut and installed prior to this inspection

**What may not proceed until it passes:** All structural members and connections, as well as the house / deck flashing must be inspected and approved prior to installation of deck material

> Framing Inspection: All structural members and connections, as well as the house / deck flashing must be inspected and approved prior to installation of deck material. Guard rail posts and stair stringers should be cut and installed prior to this inspection.

Source: <https://www.crevecoeurmo.gov/87/Sequence-of-Inspections-for-Wood-Decks>

Framing Inspection — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** Framing Inspection

**Process:** Residential building inspection sequence

**Jurisdiction:** Creve Coeur, Missouri

**Order:** 4

**What must already be done:** after the plumbing, mechanical, electrical and fire rough-in inspections have been approved and noted on the posted Record of Inspections

**What may not proceed until it passes:** No mechanical, electrical, plumbing or framing systems may be concealed before this inspection is completed and approved by the building official

> 4. Framing Inspection A framing inspection is required after the plumbing, mechanical, electrical and fire rough-in inspections have been approved and noted on the posted Record of Inspections. Also, all masonry walls, fireplace chimneys and vents and all framing; including the floor, wall and roof structures, firestopping, fireblocking, bracing and sheathing must be completed. No mechanical, electrical, plumbing or framing systems may be concealed before this inspection is completed and approved by the building official.

Source: <https://www.crevecoeurmo.gov/86/Sequence-of-Inspections>


**Step:** Gypsum Board & Plaster Inspection

**Process:** Residential building inspection sequence

**Jurisdiction:** Creve Coeur, Missouri

**Order:** 5

**What must already be done:** after all gypsum board sheets are in place and properly fastened

**What may not proceed until it passes:** No joint compound may be applied over the joints and fasteners prior to this inspection being approved

> 5. Gypsum Board & Plaster Inspection A gypsum board inspection is required after all gypsum board sheets are in place and properly fastened. No joint compound may be applied over the joints and fasteners prior to this inspection being approved.

Source: <https://www.crevecoeurmo.gov/86/Sequence-of-Inspections>

Gypsum Board & Plaster Inspection — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** Mechanical Equipment Inspection

**Process:** Residential building inspection sequence

**Jurisdiction:** Creve Coeur, Missouri

**Order:** 6

> 6. Mechanical Equipment Inspection A final inspection will be made of all duct work, venting, heating and air-conditioning systems, exhaust devices and louvers, safety devices and all other mechanical equipment under operational conditions.

Source: <https://www.crevecoeurmo.gov/253/Sequence-of-Inspection-Page-2>

Mechanical Equipment Inspection — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** Pier Inspection

**Process:** Wood deck inspection sequence

**Jurisdiction:** Creve Coeur, Missouri

**What may not proceed until it passes:** must be completed and approved to prior to pouring any concrete

> Pier Inspection: An inspection of the location, dimensions and depth of the piers must be completed and approved to prior to pouring any concrete. Inspector will also verify suitable soil conditions.

Source: <https://www.crevecoeurmo.gov/87/Sequence-of-Inspections-for-Wood-Decks>

Pier Inspection — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** Pier Inspection

**Process:** Residential building inspection sequence

**Jurisdiction:** Creve Coeur, Missouri

**Order:** 3

**What must already be done:** Reinforcing steel must be placed to allow for proper inspections

**What may not proceed until it passes:** No concrete may be placed without this inspection being approved

> 3. Pier Inspection A pier inspection is required where special foundations, such as drilled and poured-in-place concrete piers, caissons, driven piles and other extraordinary types are used. Additional pier inspections may be required if the building official determines the size of the project warrants it. The building official may require a Special Inspector to make these inspections. Reinforcing steel must be placed to allow for proper inspections. A city-approved barrier must be in place around the excavation until backfilling has occurred. No concrete may be placed without this inspection being approved.

Source: <https://www.crevecoeurmo.gov/86/Sequence-of-Inspections>


**Step:** Soil Inspection

**Process:** Residential building inspection sequence

**Jurisdiction:** Creve Coeur, Missouri

**Order:** 1

**What must already be done:** after the excavation for the building or structure is complete and trenches for footings, column pads, grade beams and other types of footings are crumbed, formed, have reinforcing steel tied in place and are ready for concrete

**What may not proceed until it passes:** No concrete may be placed without this inspection being approved

> 1. Soil Inspection A soil inspection is required after the excavation for the building or structure is complete and trenches for footings, column pads, grade beams and other types of footings are crumbed, formed, have reinforcing steel tied in place and are ready for concrete. A city-approved barrier must be in place around the excavation until backfilling has occurred. No concrete may be placed without this inspection being approved.

Source: <https://www.crevecoeurmo.gov/86/Sequence-of-Inspections>

Soil Inspection — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** Temporary Occupancy

**Process:** Residential building inspection sequence

**Jurisdiction:** Creve Coeur, Missouri

**Order:** 11

**What must already be done:** providing that such portion of the building can be occupied safely prior to full completion of the project, without endangering life or public welfare

**Deadline:** renewed, at the discretion of the building official, every 30 days

> 11. Temporary Occupancy Upon request of the permit holder, a <https://www.crevecoeurmo.gov/88/Temporary-Certificate-of-Occupancy> temporary certificate of occupancy may be issued prior to completion of the entire work covered by the permit, providing that such portion of the building can be occupied safely prior to full completion of the project, without endangering life or public welfare. The temporary certificate of occupancy may be renewed, at the discretion of the building official, every 30 days for a fee of $65 each month until the final building inspection is approved.

Source: <https://www.crevecoeurmo.gov/253/Sequence-of-Inspection-Page-2>

Temporary Occupancy — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** Building Framing Inspection

**Process:** Residential building inspection sequence

**Jurisdiction:** Mecklenburg County, North Carolina

**Order:** 6

**What must already be done:** after the roof wall, ceiling, and floor framing is complete with appropriate blocking, bracing and fire stopping in place

**What may not proceed until it passes:** All lintels required to be bolted to the framing for support shall not be covered by any interior or exterior wall or ceiling finish materials before approval

> 6. Building Framing Inspection To be made after the roof wall, ceiling, and floor framing is complete with appropriate blocking, bracing and fire stopping in place. The following items should be in place and visible for inspection: Pipes Chimneys and vents Flashing for roofs, chimneys and wall openings Insulation baffles All lintels required to be bolted to the framing for support shall not be covered by any interior or exterior wall or ceiling finish materials before approval.

Source: <https://code.mecknc.gov/inspections/schedule>

Building Framing Inspection — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** Final Inspection

**Process:** Residential building inspection sequence

**Jurisdiction:** Mecklenburg County, North Carolina

**Order:** 8

**What must already be done:** Each trade must be completed prior to requesting a final inspection for each

**What may not proceed until it passes:** Once all final inspections are complete and any outside agency holds have been satisfied (if any), a certificate will be issued for the property

> 8. Final Inspection Each trade must be completed prior to requesting a final inspection for each. Typically the building final inspection is performed last. all final grading, drainage, hand rails, guardrails in place. Once all final inspections are complete and any outside agency holds have been satisfied (if any), a certificate will be issued for the property.

Source: <https://code.mecknc.gov/inspections/schedule>


**Step:** Footing Inspection

**Process:** Residential building inspection sequence

**Jurisdiction:** Mecklenburg County, North Carolina

**Order:** 1

**What must already be done:** after the trenches are excavated, all grade stakes are installed, all reinforcing steel and supports are in place and appropriately tied, all necessary forms are in place and braced

**What may not proceed until it passes:** before any concrete is placed

> 1. Footing Inspection To be made after the trenches are excavated, all grade stakes are installed, all reinforcing steel and supports are in place and appropriately tied, all necessary forms are in place and braced and before any concrete is placed

Source: <https://code.mecknc.gov/inspections/schedule>

Footing Inspection — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** Foundation Inspection

**Process:** Residential building inspection sequence

**Jurisdiction:** Mecklenburg County, North Carolina

**Order:** 4

**What must already be done:** after all foundation supports are installed

> 4. Foundation Inspection To be made after all foundation supports are installed. This inspection is to check foundation supports, crawl space leveling, ground clearances, and positive drainage, where required.

Source: <https://code.mecknc.gov/inspections/schedule>


**Step:** Insulation Inspection

**Process:** Residential building inspection sequence

**Jurisdiction:** Mecklenburg County, North Carolina

**Order:** 7

**What must already be done:** after an approved building framing and trade rough-in inspections

**What may not proceed until it passes:** before any wall or ceiling covering is applied

> 7. Insulation Inspection To be made after an approved building framing and trade rough-in inspections. All insulation and vapor retarders must be in place, but before any wall or ceiling covering is applied. Blown-in ceiling insulation may be inspected at the final inspection if all areas are accessible.

Source: <https://code.mecknc.gov/inspections/schedule>

Insulation Inspection — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** Monolithic Slab Inspection (MS)

**Process:** Residential building inspection sequence

**Jurisdiction:** Mecklenburg County, North Carolina

**Order:** 3

**What must already be done:** the footing and slab preparations described are in place prior to the inspection

> 3. Monolithic Slab Inspection (MS) A monolithic slab is a combination of footing, and slab where the footing and slab preparations described are in place prior to the inspection.

Source: <https://code.mecknc.gov/inspections/schedule>

Monolithic Slab Inspection (MS) — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** Rough-In Inspection

**Process:** Residential building inspection sequence

**Jurisdiction:** Mecklenburg County, North Carolina

**Order:** 5

**What must already be done:** after all parts of the building framing are in place

**What may not proceed until it passes:** before any wall, ceiling finish, or building insulation is installed

> 5. Rough-In Inspection To be made on parts of the electrical, plumbing, heating/ventilation, or cooling system that will be hidden from view in the finished building after all parts of the building framing are in place, but before any wall, ceiling finish, or building insulation is installed.

Source: <https://code.mecknc.gov/inspections/schedule>

Rough-In Inspection — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** Sheathing Inspection (Optional)

**Process:** Residential building inspection sequence

**Jurisdiction:** Mecklenburg County, North Carolina

**Order:** 6A

> 6A. Sheathing Inspection (Optional) This is an optional inspection provided for an extra fee of $50.00 per site visit ($25.00 per townhouse when grouped in pairs). This may be used to inspection house wrap, flashings, lintels, window and door installations to allow exterior wallcovering to be installed in advance of a full framing inspection.

Source: <https://code.mecknc.gov/inspections/schedule>

Sheathing Inspection (Optional) — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** Under Slab Inspection for Habitable Spaces

**Process:** Residential building inspection sequence

**Jurisdiction:** Mecklenburg County, North Carolina

**Order:** 2

**What must already be done:** after all forms have been placed, all electrical plumbing and/or heating and air conditioning facilities, all crushed stone, a vapor retarder, insulation, all reinforcing steel with supports and tied and/or all welded wire fabric is installed

**What may not proceed until it passes:** before any concrete is placed

> 2. Under Slab Inspection for Habitable Spaces To be made after all forms have been placed, all electrical plumbing and/or heating and air conditioning facilities, all crushed stone, a vapor retarder, insulation, all reinforcing steel with supports and tied and/or all welded wire fabric is installed, when required, and before any concrete is placed.

Source: <https://code.mecknc.gov/inspections/schedule>

Under Slab Inspection for Habitable Spaces — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** Appendix D stand-alone continuous ISF bonds

**Process:** Importer Security Filing (ISF)

**Jurisdiction:** United States (CBP)

**Deadline:** in advance of the filing of an ISF

> Appendix D stand-alone continuous ISF bonds must be submitted to, and approved by CBP’s Office of Finance in advance of the filing of an ISF. Once approved, CBP will record the bond information within the Automated Commercial System (ACS) and issue a unique bond identification number.

Source: <https://www.cbp.gov/sites/default/files/documents/10_2faq_0.pdf>

Appendix D stand-alone continuous ISF bonds — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** bill of lading number

**Process:** Importer Security Filing (ISF)

**Jurisdiction:** United States (CBP)

**What must already be done:** Without the bill of lading number, the ISF cannot be matched to a customs manifest

**Deadline:** 24 hours prior to the cargo being laden on a vessel destined to the United States

> The ISF Importer must obtain the bill of lading number, as it is an integral part of the security filing. Without the bill of lading number, the ISF cannot be matched to a customs manifest. The bill of lading number is part of the customs manifest information that is already required to be presented to CBP by the carrier or automated Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC) 24 hours prior to the cargo being laden on a vessel destined to the United States.

Source: <https://www.cbp.gov/sites/default/files/assets/documents/2018-Nov/Updated%20ISF%20FAQ%20FINAL%2011282018.pdf>

bill of lading number — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** change the in-bond entry into a consumption entry

**Process:** Importer Security Filing (ISF)

**Jurisdiction:** United States (CBP)

**What must already be done:** Such permission would only be granted upon receipt by Customs and Border Protection (CBP) of a complete Importer Security Filing as required by part 149 of this chapter

> “[permission to] change the in-bond entry into a consumption entry must be obtained from the port director of the port of origin. Such permission would only be granted upon receipt by Customs and Border Protection (CBP) of a complete Importer Security Filing as required by part 149 of this chapter.”

Source: <https://www.cbp.gov/sites/default/files/documents/10_2faq_0.pdf>

change the in-bond entry into a consumption entry — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** CT - Compliant Transaction

**Process:** Importer Security Filing (ISF)

**Jurisdiction:** United States (CBP)

**What must already be done:** All data is present and is based upon the best information available at the time of the filing

> CT - Compliant Transaction – All data is present and is based upon the best information available at the time of the filing; no special flexibility rules apply. If CT is used, the ISF can be updated if necessary, but CBP does not necessarily expect to see updates for these filings. CT is also used to finalize a FR, FT or FX filing.

Source: <https://www.cbp.gov/sites/default/files/assets/documents/2018-Nov/Updated%20ISF%20FAQ%20FINAL%2011282018.pdf>

CT - Compliant Transaction — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** Early filing of ISF

**Process:** Importer Security Filing (ISF)

**Jurisdiction:** United States (CBP)

**What must already be done:** a bond can be secured in time for the filing

> Early filing of ISF is encouraged as it allows more time to make amendments and it is a good practice to ensure that a bond can be secured in time for the filing.

Source: <https://www.cbp.gov/sites/default/files/assets/documents/2018-Nov/Updated%20ISF%20FAQ%20FINAL%2011282018.pdf>

Early filing of ISF — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** FR - Flexible Range

**Process:** Importer Security Filing (ISF)

**Jurisdiction:** United States (CBP)

**What must already be done:** the ISF must be updated as soon as better information becomes available

**Deadline:** no later than 24 hours prior to arrival

> FR - Flexible Range – A range of data for the Manufacturer, and/or Ship To Party, and/or Country of Origin, and/or Commodity HTSUS number has been provided. In these cases, the ISF must be updated as soon as better information becomes available, but in any event no later than 24 hours prior to arrival. If FR is used, CBP will expect a timely update.

Source: <https://www.cbp.gov/sites/default/files/assets/documents/2018-Nov/Updated%20ISF%20FAQ%20FINAL%2011282018.pdf>

FR - Flexible Range — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** FROB

**Process:** Importer Security Filing (ISF)

**Jurisdiction:** United States (CBP)

**Deadline:** prior to lading aboard a vessel destined to the United States

> Similarly, for FROB, the required elements must be submitted prior to lading aboard a vessel destined to the United States.

Source: <https://www.cbp.gov/sites/default/files/assets/documents/2018-Nov/Updated%20ISF%20FAQ%20FINAL%2011282018.pdf>

FROB — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** FT - Flexible Timing

**Process:** Importer Security Filing (ISF)

**Jurisdiction:** United States (CBP)

**What must already be done:** The ISF must be updated as soon as better information becomes available

**Deadline:** no later than 24 hours prior to arrival

> FT - Flexible Timing – The CS (consolidator name/address) and/or the LG (stuffing location) has not been provided. The ISF must be updated as soon as better information becomes available, but in any event no later than 24 hours prior to arrival. If FT is used, CBP will expect to receive a timely update.

Source: <https://www.cbp.gov/sites/default/files/assets/documents/2018-Nov/Updated%20ISF%20FAQ%20FINAL%2011282018.pdf>

FT - Flexible Timing — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** FX - Flexible Range and Flexible Timing

**Process:** Importer Security Filing (ISF)

**Jurisdiction:** United States (CBP)

**What must already be done:** The ISF must be updated as soon as better information becomes available

**Deadline:** no later than 24 hours prior to arrival

> FX - Flexible Range and Flexible Timing - A range of data as described in FR has been provided and the CS (consolidator name/address) and/or LG (stuffing location) have not been provided. The ISF must be updated as soon as better information becomes available, but in any event no later than 24 hours prior to arrival. If FX is used, CBP will expect a timely update.

Source: <https://www.cbp.gov/sites/default/files/assets/documents/2018-Nov/Updated%20ISF%20FAQ%20FINAL%2011282018.pdf>

FX - Flexible Range and Flexible Timing — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** ISF-10 will be replacing the existing ISF-5

**Process:** Importer Security Filing (ISF)

**Jurisdiction:** United States (CBP)

**What must already be done:** an active ISF-5 filing must already exist for this shipment against the same bill of lading number (i.e., lowest AMS bill of lading number) in order for this new filing to be valid

> In these instances, a new ISF-10 must be created and ISF Submission Type “3” must be selected to denote that an ISF-10 will be replacing the existing ISF-5. Note that an active ISF-5 filing must already exist for this shipment against the same bill of lading number (i.e., lowest AMS bill of lading number) in order for this new filing to be valid.

Source: <https://www.cbp.gov/sites/default/files/documents/10_2faq_0.pdf>

ISF-10 will be replacing the existing ISF-5 — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** ISF elements

**Process:** Importer Security Filing (ISF)

**Jurisdiction:** United States (CBP)

**Deadline:** no later than 24 hours before the cargo is laden aboard a vessel destined to the United States

> For ISF elements that must be submitted no later than 24 hours before the cargo is laden aboard the vessel at the foreign port, the elements must be submitted no later than 24 hours before the cargo is laden aboard a vessel destined to the United States.

Source: <https://www.cbp.gov/sites/default/files/assets/documents/2018-Nov/Updated%20ISF%20FAQ%20FINAL%2011282018.pdf>

ISF elements — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** ISFs for break-bulk cargo

**Process:** Importer Security Filing (ISF)

**Jurisdiction:** United States (CBP)

**What must already be done:** Break-bulk cargo that is exempt from the timing requirements of the 24 Hour Rule are automatically exempt from the timing requirements of the ISF filing

**Deadline:** no later than 24 hours prior to arrival

> Break-bulk cargo that is exempt from the timing requirements of the 24 Hour Rule are automatically exempt from the timing requirements of the ISF filing. ISFs for break-bulk cargo that are exempt from the timing requirements of the 24 Hour Rule must be filed no later than 24 hours prior to arrival.

Source: <https://www.cbp.gov/sites/default/files/documents/10_2faq_0.pdf>

ISFs for break-bulk cargo — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** Late ISFs

**Process:** Importer Security Filing (ISF)

**Jurisdiction:** United States (CBP)

**Deadline:** at least 24 hours prior to the vessel departure

> H. Late ISFs 1. If an ISF is filed the day of the vessel sail date, will there be a fine or enforcement of some kind? Because the ISF is required at least 24 hours prior to the vessel departure, a filing that is completed the same day the vessel sails will be considered a violation and it can be expected that CBP will issue a claim for an untimely filing. CBP uses the vessel departure date minus 24 hours to measure timeliness.

Source: <https://www.cbp.gov/sites/default/files/assets/documents/2018-Nov/Updated%20ISF%20FAQ%20FINAL%2011282018.pdf>

Late ISFs — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** Release of shipments

**Process:** Importer Security Filing (ISF)

**Jurisdiction:** United States (CBP)

**What may not proceed until it passes:** Release of shipments with no associated ISF will be withheld until the ISF is provided

> CBP has been in full enforcement phase of the ISF since July 9, 2013. Release of shipments with no associated ISF will be withheld until the ISF is provided.

Source: <https://www.cbp.gov/sites/default/files/assets/documents/2018-Nov/Updated%20ISF%20FAQ%20FINAL%2011282018.pdf>

Release of shipments — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** Step 1

**Process:** Appendix D stand-alone single transaction ISF bond submission

**Jurisdiction:** United States (CBP)

**Order:** 1

> Step 1: The ISF Importer, or its agent, must denote the usage of the Appendix D stand- alone single transaction ISF bond on the ISF by identifying bond activity code 16, bond type 9 (single transaction), the valid surety code and the bond reference number.

Source: <https://www.cbp.gov/sites/default/files/documents/10_2faq_0.pdf>

Step 1 — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** Step 2

**Process:** Appendix D stand-alone single transaction ISF bond submission

**Jurisdiction:** United States (CBP)

**Order:** 2

**What must already be done:** After CBP has received and accepted the ISF

> Step 2: After CBP has received and accepted the ISF, the ISF filer will receive a unique ISF transaction number from CBP. The ISF Importer, or its agent, must affix a legible copy of the ISF transaction number (e.g., typed and of a font size 12) onto the Appendix D stand-alone ISF bond.

Source: <https://www.cbp.gov/sites/default/files/documents/10_2faq_0.pdf>

Step 2 — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** Step 3

**Process:** Appendix D stand-alone single transaction ISF bond submission

**Jurisdiction:** United States (CBP)

**Order:** 3

**Deadline:** within 12 hours of receipt of the unique ISF transaction number

> Step 3: An electronic copy of the bond containing the unique ISF transaction number must be created in a .pdf or .tif format and e-mailed to the ISF_Bond@cbp.dhs.gov mailbox within 12 hours of receipt of the unique ISF transaction number.

Source: <https://www.cbp.gov/sites/default/files/documents/10_2faq_0.pdf>

Step 3 — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** The ISF must be amended

**Process:** Importer Security Filing (ISF)

**Jurisdiction:** United States (CBP)

**Deadline:** before the goods enter the limits of the port of first arrival in the United States

> The ISF must be amended if there is a change or if more accurate information becomes available before the goods enter the limits of the port of first arrival in the United States.

Source: <https://www.cbp.gov/sites/default/files/assets/documents/2018-Nov/Updated%20ISF%20FAQ%20FINAL%2011282018.pdf>

The ISF must be amended — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes


**Step:** written permission from the local CBP port director

**Process:** Importer Security Filing (ISF)

**Jurisdiction:** United States (CBP)

**What must already be done:** CBP expects the new ISF-10 to be completed electronically prior to seeking the written permission from the local CBP port director

> In terms of the business process, CBP expects the new ISF-10 to be completed electronically prior to seeking the written permission from the local CBP port director. Accordingly, the ISF-10 transaction number needs to be referenced in the written letter to the local port director as part of the request for the change from a shipment type requiring an ISF-5 to shipment type requiring an ISF-10.

Source: <https://www.cbp.gov/sites/default/files/documents/10_2faq_0.pdf>

written permission from the local CBP port director — What must pass before the next step: mandated step order in regulated processes