# National Customs Automation Program

*Last updated: 2026-06-26*

> Customs officers and importers use the National Customs Automation Program (NCAP)—a U.S.

Customs officers and importers use the National Customs Automation Program (NCAP)—a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) initiative—to replace paper-based clearance at US borders with electronic processing. NCAP introduces digital capabilities incrementally: electronic entry filing, automated document review, and risk-based targeting for physical inspections. Trade partners benefit from shorter dwell times at border facilities and faster cargo release. NCAP is not a generic term for customs digitalization; it is a targeted US program centered on electronic data interchange (EDI) and the end-to-end integration of customs systems across the import chain.

**Source:** [https://www.cbp.gov/trade/automated](https://www.cbp.gov/trade/automated)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | National Customs Automation Program |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 90 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-26 |
| Source | https://www.cbp.gov/trade/automated |

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