Fast and Secure Trade Program (FAST Program)
In French, FAST is referred to as EXPRESS. It is a clearance procedure for known low-risk shipments. The Free and Secure Trade program is a mutual program between the United States Customs and Border protection and Canada Border Services Agency. The Fast and Secure Trade Program (FAST Program) offers pre authorized importers, carriers and driver expedited clearance for eligible goods. This is designed to guarantee the security and safety of cargo while increasing the economic growth of each country. It also allows low risk participants to have expedited border processing. This will re-direct the protection efforts and inspections of US Customs and Border Protection to where they are needed the most.
Basic Participation Requirements for United States and Canada for the Fast and Secure Trade Program (FAST Program)
It should be a C TPAT approved carrier for whatsoever truck that is using FAST lane.
It should be a C TPAT approved importer for carrying qualifying goods.
The driver must be in the possession of a valid FAST Commercial Driver Registration ID Card.
The manufacturer should be an approved C TPAT participant.
They must be complying with the Customs and Border Protection high security seal requirements.
Fast and Secure Trade program is strictly voluntary. In completing the application form, all the data that has been given will be used to specify its eligibility. Some of the information requested will be designated as optional on the application process. The eligibility to participate in FAST program will not affect whether they provide the optional information. Any person who wants to join in the FAST Commercial Driver Program should fill out another application form. They can join through online application or paper application.
How to apply using Global Online Enrollment System?
Make an in inquiry to the Canada Border Services Agency and follow the instructions.
Register an account on Global Online Enrollment System. Create a password and wait for the identification number they will mail.
Apply to FAST. Log in to GOES account and then accomplished the FAST application form. And lastly, submit the application.
Time for processing. Monitor the GOES account you made for notices. You will be informed through GOES if your application is approved or rejected. Then get ready for an interview at the nearest FAST enrollment center.
Documents needed in applying to Fast and Secure Trade Program (FAST Program)
Valid passport, birth certificate, Canadian citizenship certificate with photo or Certificate of Indian Status for proof of citizenship and admissibility.
Valid driver's license, provincial identification card or federal identification card for proof of current place of residence.
Car registration number but not mandatory
FAST card number for people renewing their membership
Valid credit card
How to join Fast and Secure Trade Program (FAST Program) by paper application?
You have to download the application form online.
Fill out the PDF form clearly.
Print the document and then send it in with the processing fee.
The procedure in determining the eligibility will need six to eight weeks.
Benefits in joining Fast and Secure Trade Program (FAST Program)
Faster and more efficient border clearance
You can apply your FAST membership card when entering Canada
Reduces delivery times and landed cost of imports
Easier transactional data
Reduces the documentations required to clear the border
It increases certainty at the border
It is partners with Canada Border Services Agency
Fast and Secure Trade Program (FAST Program) promotes Canadian competitiveness and advances voluntary submission and self-assessment.
For more data about the FAST program just visit the website http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca
