Do I still have to notify the FWS port in advance for live or perishable shipments when I use eDecs?
Answer 28: Yes. You must give the port 48-hours notice when you import or export live or perishable wildlife. • Question 29: Does my electronic declaration serve as advanced notification when I use a port exception permit? Answer 29: No. You must still contact the authorized port in advance to make the necessary arrangements for clearance. • Question 30: How do I check the status of my declaration? Answer 30: You may check the status of your declaration at any time by clicking on the “Pending eDecs” button on your eDecs Account page. The status of your declaration will be displayed; if the status is “LOCKED,” the confirmation number will not be hyperlinked. • Question 31: What if I forget my assigned filer ID or my password? Answer 31: You must contact your nearest wildlife inspection office and request an “Account Search.” Inspectors will process your request as workload allows. They can retrieve your filer ID number. If you can no longer remember your password, a new one will be assi
