Reminder: CBSA RPP Financial Security Requirements Due January 15

Trade Update • Jan. 14, 2026

Key Points

• January 15 is the compliance deadline to meet updated RPP financial security requirements under CBSA Bulletin 5404.
• Importers must ensure financial security reflects the recalculated RPP amounts.
• Updated requirements will appear in the CARM Client Portal (CPP) on January 15.
• CBSA system nudges are expected to resume later this week.
• CBSA will consider pending security adjustment requests before taking action.

This is a reminder for importers enrolled in the Release Prior to Payment (RPP) program that the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) requires updated financial security to be in place by January 15. CBSA’s Bulletin 5404 outlines the obligation to align posted security with the recalculated amounts issued in October 2025. Importers who fail to meet the required threshold risk compliance action once system nudges resume. The CBSA has indicated it will review individual circumstances where adjustments remain under processing, but importers still need to validate their position and act promptly.

What Importers Should Do

• Ensure the required financial security is posted before January 15
• Review the updated RPP security amount in the Carm Client Portal (CCP) on January 15
• Take immediate action if a system notification or nudge is received
• Keep records of any pending increase or reduction requests submitted to the CBSA

Pending Requests

The CBSA continues to process requests to increase or reduce RPP financial security. If a paper bond increase has been submitted but has not yet appeared in the CCP, or if a reduction request remains under review, the CBSA has confirmed it will take these circumstances into account before suspending or revoking RPP financial security.

Tip: Use GHY’s CARM Financial Security Guide

GHY’s CARM Financial Security guide provides practical instructions on RPP requirements, posting security, and understanding recalculated bond amounts under the October–October review cycle. The guide also explains where updated security amounts appear in the CARM Client Portal, common pitfalls to avoid, and how to prepare for annual RPP reviews. Importers managing multiple RM accounts or planning bond adjustments may find this reference especially helpful when aligning security with CBSA expectations.

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