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CARM (The CBSA Assessment Revenue Management) mandatory project to modernize the way CBSA assesses, collects, manages, and reports for commercial Importers of

Record, both resident and non-resident into Canada.
It is important to note this initiative is mandatory and must be complied with or you will not be able to import commercially into Canada.

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Timeline of Release

CARM will be implemented in two stages

Release 1: May 25, 2021

Register for the CARM Client Portal (CCP) and create your business account (limited to commercial importers, customs brokers, and trade consultants)
Delegate access to your customs brokers (i.e., Delegation of Authority)
Start managing commercial import transactions through the CCP, including CBSA monthly Statement of Accounts (SOAs)
Gain access to CBSA Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification and duty/tax estimator tools, ability to request and track customs rulings
Get new direct electronic payment options with the CBSA

Release 2: October, 2023
The following functionality will be available via the CCP:

CCP registration for all Trade Chain Partners (TCPs)
Registration for Canadian Business Number (BN) and CBSA programs
Surety bond application for Release Prior to Payment (RPP) Privilege
Commercial Accounting Declaration (CAD) – a new digital document for accounting imported goods with the CBSA
New billing cycles and additional payment options with the CBSA

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

As a commercial importer do I have to register for CARM in order to import?

Yes, it is mandatory to register for CARM in order to import into Canada.

Do I need a Surety Bond in order to import into Canada?

Yes, it is mandatory and highly suggested, however there are two other ways to secure payment with CBSA, one being putting up a cash advance or paying per transaction (prior to import, which will cause delays in clearance)