U.S. CBP announces all refunds will be issued electronically beginning February 6, 2026
Comments accepted for 60 days following publication in Federal Register
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) today released an interim final rule announcing that, effective February 6, 2026, all refunds will be issued electronically, with limited exceptions. Importers currently enrolled in the Automated Clearing House (ACH) Refund program will continue to receive electronic refunds without interruption, while others must enroll and provide banking information through the ACE Portal.
Comments will be accepted until 60 days after the interim final rule is published in the Federal Register, which is scheduled to be January 2, 2026.