54 On December 20, 2005, a broker receives CBP approval for alternative methods of storage of entry documents. The broker’s next shipment is released January 1, 2006. On January 16, 2006, the broker converts the original entry documents into an electronically readable format. CBP requests the commercial invoice and Certificate of Eligibility issued by the Mexican government for this entry on February 14, 2006. Which statement is CORRECT?
A. The broker must submit the original documents to CBP
B. The broker shall submit the electronic readable version of the commercial invoice and Certificate of Eligibility to CBP
C. CBP may not request documentation on Valentine’s Day
D. CBP has no authority to request that a broker provide a Certificate of Eligibility issued by a foreign government
E. The broker has 5 years from the date of liquidation to provide the documents
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The Answer is: A
Citation: 19 CFR 163.5(b)(2)(iii)
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