# Pre-Arrival Risk Analysis

*Last updated: 2026-06-18*

> Pre-Arrival Risk Analysis is used by customs authorities, freight forwarders, and importers to identify and address potential problems before cargo reaches its destination.

Pre-Arrival Risk Analysis is used by customs authorities, freight forwarders, and importers to identify and address potential problems before cargo reaches its destination. The focus falls on documentation gaps, customs compliance issues, security deficiencies, and logistical bottlenecks that could disrupt the flow of goods. Acting on this analysis – through route adjustments, early insurance arrangements, or corrective filings – is far more effective before arrival than after, when options narrow significantly. Unlike pre-loading risk analysis, which is origin-centric, this procedure looks ahead to the receiving end of the transport chain. It is standard practice for temperature-sensitive shipments, dangerous goods, and customs entries with a high risk of duty reassessment.

**Source:** [https://www.iata.org/en/programs/security/pre-arrival-risk-analysis/](https://www.iata.org/en/programs/security/pre-arrival-risk-analysis/)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Pre-Arrival Risk Analysis |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 109 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-18 |
| Source | https://www.iata.org/en/programs/security/pre-arrival-risk-analysis/ |

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