CSMS #67621614•Wednesday, February 4, 2026
System UpdateMedium UrgencyAction Required
Updated Draft ACE Cargo Release CATAIR
An updated ACE Cargo Release CATAIR document has been posted on cbp.gov. * SE15 Note 1 now specifies that a minimum of 7 characters is required for the Air Master Bill of Lading. * Deployment of the updated validation rule logic (rule 029) related to this change is anticipated no earlier than March 5, 2026. This document can be found in the Draft Chapters: Future Capabilities tab on cbp.gov: https://www.cbp.gov/document/guidance/ace-cargo-release-implementation-guide-v405 [ https://www.cbp.gov/document/guidance/ace-cargo-release-implementation-guide-v406 ] For any technical questions regarding this update, please contact your assigned Client Representative. Other questions regarding Cargo Control and Release should be directed to CREM@cbp.dhs.gov.
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Programs Affected:
ACECargo Release