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  1. Published Jan 2, 2026
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  3. In effect Feb 6, 2026
  4. Comments closed Mar 3, 2026
Final Rule In effect General

Electronic Refunds

Agency: Homeland Security Department

Document #: 2025-24171

Published: January 2, 2026

Comments close: March 3, 2026

Effective: February 6, 2026

Docket: USCBP-2025-1076

Summary

This document amends the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations to reflect that, subject to limited exceptions, CBP will issue all refunds electronically. This document explains the process required to receive electronic refunds and the process to receive paper checks in those rare instances where the recipient meets the criteria for a waiver.

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