CBP Form 5106, also known as the Importer Identity Form, is used to collect and maintain essential identification information for individuals and businesses involved in importing goods into the United States. This form serves several critical purposes: it establishes or updates an importer's identity within CBP's systems, assigns a unique importer number (often linked to an IRS Employer Identification Number, Social Security Number, or a CBP-assigned ID), and is a prerequisite for becoming an Importer of Record.
Download the form directly from the official U.S Customs and Border Protection website
