Since the launch of the CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management system (CARM) on October 21, 2024, the Release Prior to Payment (RPP) program has been in a 180-day transition period to “give importers time to adapt to using the CARM client portal.”

This transition period will end on May 20, 2025, and all importers must post their financial security in the CARM client portal before that date to continue benefitting from the RPP program beyond the transition period.

The RPP program allows importers to obtain release of their goods from the CBSA before the payment of duties and taxes. Those who do not use the RPP program must pay duties and taxes at the time of importation at the port of entry.

More information on the CARM client portal and the RPP program can be found here:
https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/services/carm-gcra/schedule-calendrier-eng.html

Customs Notice 25-22: End of Release Prior to Payment (RPP) Transition Period can be found here:
https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/publications/cn-ad/cn25-22-eng.html