CBP Form 5106 - Create/Update Importer Identity Form | U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Summary: CBP Form 5106 is the official document used by U.S. Customs and Border Protection to establish or update the identity of importers, consignees, and other parties involved in importing commercial goods into the United States.
CBP Form 5106 (Create/Update Importer Identity Form) is a mandatory document for individuals and businesses to register or update their information with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). It is required for entities acting as an Importer of Record, consignee, or drawback claimant. The form collects critical data, including business identification numbers (IRS EIN, SSN, or CBP-assigned numbers), contact information, physical and mailing addresses, business structure, and officer details. This information is essential for CBP to track commercial imports, process duties and fees, and maintain security records. Failure to provide this information may result in the denial of an importer identification number and the inability to clear imported goods.
Document outline
1. Section 1: Name and Identification Number (IRS/SSN/CBP-Assigned Number, Business Type, Import Frequency, Usage) 2. Section 2: Address Information (Mailing Address, Physical Location Address, Contact Details) 3. Section 3: Company Information (Business Description, NAICS Code, D-U-N-S Number, Banking Info, Business Structure/Officers) 4. Section 4: Certification (Legal Attestation and Signature) 5. Privacy Act Statement and Instructions for Completion