Is it true, CBP will reject an ISF if a party uses their IRS number or Social Security Number as an identification number?
No. If the Social Security Number or IRS number is being used as an ISF identification number, it’s the importer’s responsibility to have the number on file with CBP. Importer’s that submit their ISF using one of these numbers, and has not filed the number with CBP will receive an “ISF Rejected” message. TradeMerit will forward all messages received from CBP as “alerts” to the account holder.
Related Questions
- The IRS is allowing preparers to apply for an alternative identification number that is used instead of a social security number. On a Mississippi return, can a preparer use this number?
- The IRS is allowing preparers to apply for an alternative identification number that is used instead of a social security number. On a Georgia return, can a preparer use this number?
- Can the ISF Importer provide the ISF unique identification number to the AMS notify party for shipments where the ISF has been matched to the manifest?
