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Port of entry: Port Huron, Michigan

Customs broker for the Port of Port Huron

Port Huron is CBP port 3802 in the Detroit Field Office. Trucks from Ontario cross at the Blue Water Bridge. Allied CHB files the PAPS eManifest and the U.S. entry in ACE under filer code 9AJ.

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Port facts

What does CBP port 3802 cover?

CBP lists Port Huron, Michigan as port 3802. Commercial trucks cross at the Blue Water Bridge. A driver or small importer can ask Allied for a same-day PAPS and clearance before the truck reaches the bridge.
CBP port code
3802
Port Huron, Michigan
CBP field office
Detroit
Commercial truck crossing
Blue Water Bridge
CBP border wait times show commercial lanes and FAST lanes here.
Road links
I-94 and I-69 (U.S.), Highway 402 (Ontario)
The bridge connects Port Huron with Point Edward, Ontario (MDOT).
Bridge hours
24 hours, 7 days a week
CBP port page and CBP border wait times
Other CBP sites in port 3802
Algonac Ferry Dock and airports
St. Clair County International Airport and MBS International Airport (arrivals by appointment)
Before arrival
Wait until Allied confirms the filings
Allied tells you when to report to CBP. CBP must authorize release before you take the goods away.

Can Allied file my PAPS and entry today?

Yes, for selected requests. Allied files the ACE eManifest (PAPS) and the U.S. customs entry on the same day for drivers and small importers from Canada. Send a request for a same-day PAPS and clearance.

No carrier or SCAC? Tell us. For selected requests that our staff accepts, Allied acts as the carrier of record under its own SCAC for the ACE truck eManifest. Allied also files the U.S. customs entry.

Estimated fees

PAPS eManifest: $500. Customs entry: $125. The bond, duties, taxes and CBP fees are extra. Our staff reviews each request first. We accept selected requests only.

  • Send the invoice, the truck details and the planned crossing time.

  • We check the shipment and confirm if we accept it.

  • After we accept the request, we file the PAPS eManifest and the U.S. entry in ACE.

  • Wait until Allied confirms that CBP accepted the required filings and gives you the earliest arrival time.

  • Report to CBP at the Blue Water Bridge with the documents and reference numbers that we give you.

    Obey CBP instructions. Filing acceptance does not guarantee release. CBP decides to release or examine the goods.

Road transport rules

Customs filing does not replace USDOT and motor carrier rules. Tell us if the trip is personal or for business. Send the weight ratings and the loaded weights of the truck and the trailer. In interstate or foreign commerce, a vehicle or combination with a weight rating or weight of 10,001 pounds or more can need a USDOT number (49 CFR 390.5, 390.201). Other rules can also apply.

Where do trucks cross at Port Huron?

Port 3802 has several CBP sites. Commercial trucks use the Blue Water Bridge. The hours below are from CBP and can change.
CBP sites in port 3802
SiteTrafficCBP hours
Blue Water BridgeCommercial trucks (with FAST lanes) and passenger vehicles24 hours, 7 days a week
Algonac Ferry DockFerry7:00 am to 11:00 pm, 7 days a week
St. Clair County International AirportAircraftCall CBP to schedule the arrival
MBS International AirportAircraftCall CBP to schedule the arrival

For FAST processing, the driver must hold a valid FAST card, the carrier and importer must meet CTPAT rules, and the shipment must qualify. Use the 1-hour period unless Allied confirms FAST for this trip. Other trucks use the standard lanes. A 24-hour crossing does not mean that Allied offers 24-hour filing service.

What is a PAPS number?

PAPS is the shipment number of the truck's ACE eManifest. The eManifest tells CBP about the truck, the driver and the cargo. The entry for the cargo refers to this number.

CBP must receive the eManifest at least 1 hour before the truck reaches the port. A shipment that qualifies for FAST processing has 30 minutes (19 CFR 123.92). Use the 1-hour period unless Allied confirms FAST for this trip.

These timing rules apply when CBP requires advance truck cargo information. Some informal entries are exempt under 19 CFR 123.92(b)(2): goods that are free of duty (unconditionally or conditionally) and worth $2,500 or less on CBP Form 7523, entries on CBP Form 368 or 368A, and U.S. goods returned on CBP Form 3311. Allied checks which filings your shipment needs before we quote.

The truck carrier is responsible for the eManifest. A driver without a carrier or SCAC can ask Allied for a same-day PAPS.

What goes wrong at Port Huron, and what should I do?

  • The eManifest is late

    Send the request early. CBP needs the eManifest 1 hour before arrival, or 30 minutes for a shipment that qualifies for FAST processing.

  • The PAPS and the entry do not match

    The entry must refer to the same shipment number as the eManifest. Give the driver the correct PAPS number before the truck leaves.

  • No customs bond

    A formal entry needs a bond. We can buy a single entry bond for one shipment. See customs bonds.

  • A vehicle or a trailer is the cargo

    Send the VIN, the ownership documents, the date of manufacture and the engine details before travel. NHTSA HS-7 box 1 needs a vehicle at least 25 years old from its date of manufacture. EPA code E on Form 3520-1 needs at least 21 years and the original configuration. A replaced engine must meet EPA rules. Heavy-duty highway engines use EPA Form 3520-21. A trailer that you import permanently is imported merchandise. Declare it, also when it carries other goods. It also needs a DOT HS-7 declaration and a safety compliance or exemption basis. Send its VIN, the ownership documents and photos of its certification label before travel. See vehicle imports and trailer imports.

How does Allied CHB file at Port Huron?

Allied CHB files U.S. entries remotely in ACE under filer code 9AJ at every U.S. port of entry. For an accepted request, we file the entry before the truck reaches the Blue Water Bridge. For the first entry, sign the power of attorney online.

  • Commercial invoice and packing list

  • Truck, trailer and driver details, and the planned crossing time

  • Existing carrier name and SCAC, if any

  • Importer identification and a customs bond, if required

  • USMCA certification of origin

    Only if you claim USMCA.

  • A signed power of attorney

    One time, before the first entry.

Quote on request

How do I get a quote?

Tell us about the truck and the cargo. We reply with a quote and the list of documents that we need.

Request: Customs entry at Port Huron

Quote on request

Do not send an EIN, a Social Security number or a password in this form. We ask for them securely later.

Or call (908) 291-8001 or email info@alliedchb.com.

Questions

Questions about customs at Port Huron

What is the CBP port code for Port Huron?

3802. CBP lists Port Huron, Michigan as port 3802 in the Detroit Field Office. The Blue Water Bridge uses this code.

Where do commercial trucks cross at Port Huron?

At the Blue Water Bridge. It connects Highway 402 in Point Edward, Ontario with I-94 and I-69 in Port Huron. CBP border wait times show commercial lanes and FAST lanes at the bridge.

Can Allied file my PAPS and entry on the same day?

Yes, for selected requests after a staff review. The estimate is $500 for the PAPS eManifest and $125 for the entry. The bond, duties, taxes and fees are extra.

How early must the PAPS reach CBP?

At least 1 hour before the truck reaches the port. A shipment that qualifies for FAST processing has 30 minutes (19 CFR 123.92). Use the 1-hour period unless Allied confirms FAST for this trip.

Do I need a customs broker in Port Huron?

No. A licensed broker with a national permit can do customs business at every U.S. port (19 CFR 111.19). Allied CHB files Port Huron entries in ACE from New Jersey.

Can I bring a car or a trailer through Port Huron?

Yes, but a vehicle has extra EPA and DOT rules before CBP releases it. Send the VIN, ownership documents, date of manufacture and engine details before travel. See vehicle imports for the steps.

Truck crossing at the Blue Water Bridge?

Send the invoice and the transport details. We confirm if we can accept the request and meet your planned arrival time.

Call (908) 291-8001 or email info@alliedchb.com

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Last reviewed September 28, 2026. This page explains customs rules in general terms. It is not legal advice. Duty rates and CBP procedures change often, and we confirm the figures for your shipment in writing before you commit.

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