The Census Bureau's Foreign Trade Division is excited to announce the publication of the Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR), Title 15, Part 30.

Implementation of the FTR will occur on September 30, 2008. After the 90-day implementation period, you must file your export information electronically through the Automated Export System (AES). One filing option is through our free on line system, AESDirect.

After September 30, 2008, exporters that submit paper SEDs will be in violation of the FTR and subject to penalties. Your export information must be filed electronically through the AES. In addition, all exporters must adhere to the new filing timeframes determined by the mode of transportation.

AES Frequently Asked Questions

If you have additional questions with regards to the new regulations or the AES, please click here or contact the Foreign Trade Division at 800-549-0595. Select option 1 to reach the Automated Export System Branch for export reporting issues or option 3 to reach the Regulations, Outreach and Education Branch for regulatory concerns.