ACISecurity & ComplianceNegotiable
Advance Commercial Information (ACI) — Canada
A Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) requirement similar to the US ISF. All ocean cargo destined for Canada must have advance electronic commercial information submitted before loading at the foreign port. ACI must be filed 24 hours before vessel arrival at the first Canadian port.
Per Shipment
Category:Basic Shipping FeeChina Export Local ChargesDestination Import Charges
Applies to:
FCLLCL✕ Air✕ Rail✕ Courier✕ Road✕ FBA✕ As Request
Typical Cost Range
$25–$35
per BL
Flat fee per B/L, similar range to AMS. Some forwarders bundle ACI+AMS for North America-bound cargo.
Who Pays?
Shipper (When CIF, DAP)
Consignee (When EXW, FOB)
Negotiability
Negotiable — discuss with your freight forwarder.
ACI filing fees are competitive among customs brokers. Large importers can negotiate lower fees through volume service agreements.
Adjustment Frequency
MonthlyWeeklyFixed
Current rate reviewed: Per Bill of Lading
Chargeable Unit
Per BL
Formula / Calculation
ACI Fee = Carrier/Broker Administrative Filing Fee per Bill of LadingCanadacustomsadvance filingsecurity
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Canada use SCAC codes?
Canada uses SCAC codes for carrier identification in ACI filings, just like the US AMS system.
What happens if ACI is not filed?
CBSA can refuse entry or issue penalties. Cargo may be held at port until ACI is filed and accepted.
Often Appears Together With
These charges frequently appear on the same freight invoice as ACI:
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