1. 1 Application Process

2. 2 ISA Participation Prerequisites  C-TPAT Accepted/Approved  Documented and Implemented set of Internal Controls  Example Internal Control Manual http://www.cbp.gov/linkhandler/cgov/trade/trade_programs/audits/ focused_assessment/fap_documents/exh4a.ctt/exh4a.pdf

3. 3 The ISA Process – Application  The following should be sent to CBP Headquarters as part of the ISA application package:  Letter addressed to Director, ISA Program  Memorandum of Understanding with original signature  Identify 12 digit Importer of Record Number  ISA Questionnaire Responses  Import Compliance Manual (electronic version, if possible)  Desk-Top/Day-to-Day Procedures  Self-Testing Plan (electronic version, if possible)

4. 4 The ISA Process – Application (cont.)  The application is reviewed for completeness (i.e., ISA MOU, Questionnaire, Internal Control Manual, and Self-Testing Plan) by Partnership Programs Branch in Headquarters.  If the application is complete, Partnership Programs Branch forwards the ISA application to Fort Mitchell, Kentucky, Regulatory Audit Field Office to begin the application review process.  If the application is incomplete, Partnership Programs Branch returns the application to the applicant.

5. 5 CBP Contact Information  Richard Wallio, Chief, Partnership Programs (202) 863-6508  Albert Queen, Trade Liaison, Partnership Programs (202) 863-6071  Leon Sample, Field Director, Regulatory Audit (859) 331-9020 ext.101 CBP Web site: http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/trade/trade_programs/importer_self_assessment/