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How to Get C-TPAT, PIP, and FAST Approved: A Practical Checklist

• April 21, 2026
• AVAAL Technology Solutions

If you are running a cross-border trucking operation between Canada and the United States, C-TPAT, PIP, and FAST significantly impact your efficiency. Carriers with these approvals sail through dedicated lanes with fewer inspections and faster clearance times. Carriers without them wait in line,  sometimes for hours — costing real money in fuel, driver hours, and missed delivery windows. Understanding the These Programs Before jumping into the checklists, it helps to understand what each program actually is and how they connect. C-TPAT (Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) is a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) program that partners with private businesses to...