In order to be eligible for participation in the C-TPAT program, the Sea Carrier must:

• Be an active Sea Carrier.

• Have a business office staffed in the U.S.

  

• Have an active Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) VOCC Number.

• Have an active U.S. National Motor Freight Traffic Association issued Standard Carrier Alpha Code (SCAC).

• Possess a valid continuous international carrier bond registered with CBP.

• Designate a vessel officer as liaison for CBP to contact.

• Have a company representative in each port where the carrier operates for CBP to contact.