Get Notice Of Arrival Form

Completing the Notice Of Arrival Form online is an essential step for importing plants or plant products into the United States. This guide provides clear instructions on how to fill out each section of the form accurately and efficiently.

Follow the steps to complete the Notice Of Arrival Form online.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the Notice Of Arrival Form and open it in the editor.
2. In the ‘Name of Carrier’ field, provide the full name of the carrier, including the airline and flight number, ship name and voyage number, or truck and container number used for transportation.
3. Enter the ‘Date of Arrival’, specifying the exact date when the carrier will arrive at the port of entry.
4. Fill in the ‘Name of Permittee/Consignee’ section with the name and street address of the individual responsible for the importation. Ensure that this individual is a U.S. resident and provide a daytime telephone number, fax number, and email address if available.
5. In the ‘Port of Arrival’ field, indicate the specific port where the carrier is scheduled to arrive.
6. If applicable, enter the ‘Permit No.’, which refers to the USDA-APHIS-PPQ permit required for certain commodities.
7. Specify the ‘Port of Departure’ where the carrier originated in the country of origin.
8. Provide the ‘Customs Entry No.’ associated with the shipment in the respective field.
9. Complete the ‘Consignor/Shipper’ section with the name and address of the person responsible for shipping. Include the organization or company name if relevant, along with contact numbers and email.
10. List the ‘Present Location’ – the physical location where inspection of the commodity will occur.
11. Specify the ‘Country and Locality Where Grown’, including the country, province, state, and specific location.
12. If applicable, fill in the ‘Name of Previous U.S. Port’ if the commodity transited through any country before reaching a U.S. port.
13. For in-transit shipments, include the I.T. No. (In transit shipment only) in the designated field.
14. In the ‘Description of Product’ section, provide detailed information about the product, including marks, bill of lading number, quantity, net weight, and the specific commodity.
15. The ‘Signature of Importer or Broker’ requires the person responsible for the form's accuracy to sign the document.
16. List the ‘Full Business Address of Importer or Broker’ along with their contact information.
17. Finally, enter the ‘Date Signed’ in the format dd/mm/yyyy to indicate when the form was completed.
18. If you have attachments, type or print “PPQ Form 368” along with the Company Name and address at the top of each page.
19. When all sections are completed, save any changes, download or print the form for submission to the appropriate CBP Agriculture office.

Complete your Notice Of Arrival Form online today to ensure a smooth import process.