How It Works
Four Steps From Eligibility Check to Refund
A straightforward, path-based overview. Pick the route that matches where your company is today — pre-filing, still evaluating, or already filed and considering advance funding.
Path A
I have not filed
- 1. Start with the preliminary eligibility checker
- 2. If it looks like a fit, the recovery team follows up
- 3. Complete a secure claim application at your own pace
- 4. The recovery team manages the technical process
Path B
I am still evaluating
- 1. Read the plain-language importer overview
- 2. Explore the FAQ and glossary
- 3. Try the preliminary eligibility checker when ready
- 4. Ask questions any time via the contact page
Path C
I have already filed or want to explore funding
- 1. Complete the advance funding application
- 2. The third-party funding provider reviews availability
- 3. Terms, if offered, are shared in writing for your review
- 4. You decide whether to move forward
A Clear Path From Questions to Review
- 01
Check Eligibility
Answer a few quick questions about your import activity and duties paid to see if your company may qualify.
- 02
Submit Your Info
Complete a guided intake with company details, ACE status, and an overview of eligible entries.
- 03
The Recovery Team Assesses
Licensed customs brokers and trade counsel at Tariff Recovery Agency review your data and estimate potential refunds.
- 04
Choose Your Path
File a standard § 1514 protest and wait for CBP, or opt for advance funding on the pending claim — you decide.
Not Sure Where You Fit?
Contact Tim for a brief, no-obligation conversation.
