customs broker

[nj593]

Has anyone here ever attempted this professional license?
I have heard there is a 2% pass rate and that it changes every time they issue it.
Any incite ?

[gregjohnson]

Google is a great resource:

Q: What is the Customs Broker License Examination?
A: The Customs Broker License Examination is an open book/open test with 80 multiple-choice questions based on designated editions of:

* The Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS)
* Title 19, Code of Federal Regulations
* Specified Customs Directives
* Customs and Trade Automated Interface Requirements document (CATAIR)

Q: How long is the Customs Broker License Examination?
A: You have four hours to complete the examination.

Q: Where and when is the Customs Broker Examination given?
A: This examination is normally given at CBP service ports ( Ports ) the first Monday in April and the first Monday in October. If that Monday is a religious holiday, the examination will be given the following Tuesday. The appropriate CBP port director must receive the examination application and $200 fee at least 30 days in advance of the examination.


Q: What must applicants take to the Customs Broker Examination site?
A: Each applicant is responsible for bringing proof of registration, a picture identification, and the recommended reference materials to the examination.

Q: Must I be a U.S. citizen to take this examination?
A: No, you do not need to be a U.S. citizen to take this examination. But you must be a U.S. citizen to apply for a broker license.

Q: What is a passing score?
A: A passing score is 75 percent or better.

Q: What if I fail the examination?
A: You may retake the examination until you pass. You are also entitled to submit an appeal of your examination score to CBP in accordance with 19 CFR 111.13(f)

[nj593]

Hi Greg,
Thanks for looking that up for me I found that stuff also. I was just curious to know if anyone here had any personal experience with it.
But thanks again!

Google is a great resource:

Q: What is the Customs Broker License Examination?
A: The Customs Broker License Examination is an open book/open test with 80 multiple-choice questions based on designated editions of:

* The Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS)
* Title 19, Code of Federal Regulations
* Specified Customs Directives
* Customs and Trade Automated Interface Requirements document (CATAIR)

Q: How long is the Customs Broker License Examination?
A: You have four hours to complete the examination.

Q: Where and when is the Customs Broker Examination given?
A: This examination is normally given at CBP service ports ( Ports ) the first Monday in April and the first Monday in October. If that Monday is a religious holiday, the examination will be given the following Tuesday. The appropriate CBP port director must receive the examination application and $200 fee at least 30 days in advance of the examination.


Q: What must applicants take to the Customs Broker Examination site?
A: Each applicant is responsible for bringing proof of registration, a picture identification, and the recommended reference materials to the examination.

Q: Must I be a U.S. citizen to take this examination?
A: No, you do not need to be a U.S. citizen to take this examination. But you must be a U.S. citizen to apply for a broker license.

Q: What is a passing score?
A: A passing score is 75 percent or better.

Q: What if I fail the examination?
A: You may retake the examination until you pass. You are also entitled to submit an appeal of your examination score to CBP in accordance with 19 CFR 111.13(f)