The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has recently released its 23 “target” national audit priorities for the coming year.  In addition to the national audit priorities listed below, the CBSA is also conducting audits of large file importers and other strategic targets.  Importers who do not plan for a potential customs audit do so at their own peril.

The following information will highlight some of the current CBSA audit priorities and give some insight into how to prepare for a CBSA audit and manage potential risk from customs duty, punitive interest and penalty assessments that could arise in the event of a negative CBSA audit finding.  Proper planning and the implementation of appropriate compliance measures will assist importers in avoiding these potential customs risks.

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