Frequently Asked Questions

Can personal effects be cleared using Inbound Messaging?
  • Yes - Where FCL or LCL containers containing personal effects use the BACC Application coversheet method of moving the goods to a Transitional Facility.
  • Yes - For the clearance of the personal effects using the Unaccompanied Personal Baggage Declaration, the declaration will still be the required process.
Can I send an Electronic BACC Application through Inbound Messaging, then deliver the required hard copy documentation to MAF

Yes - The Inbound Messaging system will identify each Electronic BACC Application with a unique number, so that any associated documentation can be identified using that same number.

What do I need to do if I want to use the Inbound Messaging system?

Your software will need to be updated. You will need to talk with your software supplier who will discuss the requirements with ECN.

What imported goods can be 'cleared' using the Inbound Messaging system?

Imported cargo. In practice the system covers freight clearances that were previously faxed to MAF using the Fax BACC Application coversheet.

Can Bulk Loaded Used Vehicles be cleared using Inbound Messaging?

No - These use a different coversheet and application process.

Can empty containers (MT containers) be cleared using Inbound Messaging?

Yes - Where the current process uses the BACC Application coversheet method to allow the containers to be moved.

Where can I obtain the technical specifications that will enable me to test my systems with the MAF Inbound messaging system?

The Inbound Messaging Project Guidelines for eBACCa Electronic Data Interchange Partnership Testing: PDF Link to PDF document (162 KB)

Once my Electronic BACC Application (eBACCa) has been received by MAF, what happens?

You will receive an electronic message to say that it has been received by MAF containing a receipt number (for reference). Inbound Messaging provides MAF with a queue system that lists all unprocessed Electronic BACC Applications and monitors the turnaround time

How will I know that my Electronic BACC Application has been processed by the Risk Screener?

Once the Risk Screener takes the Electronic BACC Application from the Inbound Messaging queue and processes it, you will receive a consignment reference number and then (assuming they have all the required information) the issued BACC. The Application will now have a unique number within QuanCargo. The BACC will continue to be issued using the current methods of fax or e-mail. Additionally ECN and MAF are working on providing an alternative via ECN.

Can I have my Electronic BACC Applications risk screened by MAF Risk Screeners at my local port, using local knowledge?

Yes - You can specify the MAFBNZ worksite that you wish the Electronic BACC Application (eBACCa) to be addressed to. However, the Inbound Messaging queue also allows MAFBNZ staff to view all eBACCas on a national basis where required.

Note - The system provides MAF with flexibility on resourcing and allows MAFBNZ staff to improve turn around time and consistently meet service delivery targets.

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