CSA — Customs Self-Assessment

CSA is the Canada Customs and Revenue Agency's way of reducing costs for the private sector through the streamlining of accounting and clearance processes while increasing its focus on trade of higher or unknown risk. While under this program, companies are responsible for self-assessment using their own business systems, but the benefits include eliminating the need for separate and costly customs processes and the transactional transmission of data. In addition, CSA-eligible goods can be cleared on the basis of the identification of the approved importer, approved carrier, and registered driver — saving time and energy for all parties involved.

MSR has had a lot of experience in dealing with Customs over the years. This is reflected in the fact that we were one of the first companies to have a CCRA tested and approved CSA software solution (which is available as part of our Visual Importer Suite. So whether your company is looking for a full business system or just a CSA solution, MSR has something worth your while. We have also dealt with the ups and downs of applying for the CSA program so we can help with any procedural questions you may have, or any advice you may need.

This solution expands on the existing functionality of Visual Importer to provide, among other things:

• CSA shipment entry and/or capture
• Additional CSA entry error checking and validation
• Revenue Summary Form (RSF) generation
• Extensive reporting (revenue liability, CSA shipments, adjustments)

It also allows for the tighter integration of custom processes with a company's other business systems and processes — a requirement underlined by the CSA program. Should your company need a complete import management system as well, Visual Importer handles all your needs, from multiple user profiles and levels of security to maintaining NAFTA, license, quota, and banned item information. The suite's Product Master table keeps data from previous transactions ready to be called up any time a new shipment is made, and throughout the process proper audit trails are maintained.

If your company is resident to Canada, has an acceptable compliance history, and has the necessary audit trails and linkages in their business systems, it may qualify for CSA. For more information on eligibility and the application process, and how we can help, contact MSR today at 1-877-328-7866, or send an email to info@msrcustoms.com.

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