CARM: The new way to assess and pay duties and taxes on imported commercial goods

The CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) digital initiative is changing how CBSA assesses and collects duties and taxes on commercial goods imported into Canada.

On May 13, 2024 , CARM will become the official system of record that importers and other trade chain partners will use to pay duties and taxes.

CARM is here now. Register today. Don’t delay.

Making sure your business is ready for May 13, 2024 , is easy:

Customs bonded warehouse licensees need to submit a warehouse inventory. Confirm how you will submit this information by March 29, 2024 . More for customs bonded warehouse licensees

Importers should register their businesses and delegate authority to their customs broker in CARM now. More for importers

Customs brokers should continue working with importers to ensure they are registered and have delegated the necessary access. More for customs brokers

Trade consultant, financial security providers , or other trade chain partners can find out what they can do to get started with CARM .

Registration and learning resources

Attend the webinars and registration events: Learn about CARM and how to prepare for Release 2

Visit the video library : A series of instructional videos designed to help you work with CARM

Common questions about the CARM Client Portal