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Receive cash for up to 90% of your claim in 1-2 weeks with an IEEPA Tariff Advance from 1st Capital Financial. 1, 2 Start your advance risk-free online today.

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Up to 90%

Value of IEEPA Tariff Refund

Industry-Best

Rates, Selection, and Terms

1-2 Weeks

Funding Time for Advance
Valuation of the IEEPA tariff refund claim must be $100,000 or higher. There is no cap on the advance amount. Rates and terms may vary.

Skip Processing Uncertainty With an IEEPA Tariff Advance

Turn your IEEPA duties into working capital you can use immediately.

Easy and Fast Application Process

It takes just a few minutes to get started, the qualification criteria are simple, and underwriting is typically completed within days.

Non-Recourse and Zero Debt Exposure

We assume the risk of the government's repayment timeline and administrative disputes, so your assets are safe no matter what.

Industry's Largest Lender Network

Receive direct access to our vast network of exclusive funds, commercial, and alternative lenders to secure the best rates and terms.
Overview of Tariff Refund Financing

What Is an IEEPA Tariff Advance?

An IEEPA Tariff Advance allows U.S. importers to sell their claim and recover the balance in 1-2 weeks, without waiting on the government’s repayment.

At A Glance

No Cap on the Advance Funding Amount
Lower Capital Cost Than Traditional Financing
No Additional Collateral Requirements
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Unlike traditional debt options that impose certain spending restrictions, an IEEPA Tariff Advance provides immediate liquidity without restrictions.

Use Cases

Working Capital for Operating Expenses
Maintain Inventory and Supply Chains
Preserve Competitive Pricing for Customers
Avoid Traditional Debt Options
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Use Cases For Tariff Refund Financing

What Can an IEEPA Tariff Advance Be Used For?

Requirements For Tariff Refund Financing

Is an IEEPA Tariff Advance Right for You?

There are a few prerequisites to consider before applying for an IEEPA Tariff Advance.

Minimum Criteria

Already Filed Your IEEPA Tariff Refund With CBP
Haven't filed your claim yet? See our File and Fund Program™.
You're the Importer of Record (IOR) or Designee
Minimum Claim Amount of $100,000 or Higher
No Outstanding Liabilities or Tax Liens
The total after reconciliation must meet the minimum claim threshold.
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How to Apply For Tariff Refund Financing

Our IEEPA Tariff Advance Process

  1. Start Your IEEPA Tariff Advance Online

    (Time to Complete = 3-4 Minutes)
    Provide basic details about you, your business, and your claim using our IEEPA Advance Intake Form.
    (Time to Complete = 10 Minutes)
    We’ll contact you to discuss the documents needed to complete your application and answer any questions you may have.
    (Time to Complete = 1-2 Weeks)
    We’ll process your application as soon as we receive the required documents, and share your approval decision in as little as 48-72 hours. Your final offer(s) for an IEEPA Tariff Advance will follow soon after. Once accepted, the funds are deposited into your account.

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FAQs About IEEPA Tariff Advances

Questions? We Have Answers.

How does an IEEPA Tariff Advance work?

Once approved for an IEEPA Tariff Advance, you’ll receive one or more non-recourse offers to purchase your claim. 1st Capital Financial ensures these offers are the most competitive available. The typical structure features an initial disbursement of 70-80% of the claim amount, followed by a second disbursement upon receipt of the government’s repayment. The timeline determines the size of the second disbursement. The maximum recoverable percentage is 90% on claims starting at $100,000.

Special accommodations may be made for larger claimants.

When you apply for an IEEPA Tariff Advance, you’ll be asked to provide the following:

  1. Financial Statements
  2. Debt List
  3. Ownership Breakdown
  4. ACE Access

These data and documents allow us to verify the authenticity of the pending claim, as well as the health of the Importer of Record (IOR) or designee to whom it is owed.

Yes, 1st Capital Financial and its partners fund all claim sizes over $100,000. We have private funds, commercial, and alternative lenders available for our IEEPA tariff refund clients.

The average claim amounts we purchase are between are between $1M and $5M, or $5M and $10M, and the largest we’ve seen is $250M. Larger claims may receive more accommodation (e.g., expedited processing and lower capital costs).

No. An IEEPA Tariff Advance is neither a loan nor a debt obligation. In most cases, it’s a non-recourse offer to purchase your underlying claim. There’s no repayment schedule or additional fees if the refund is delayed.

1st Capital Financial and its partners assume the risk. There’s no recourse to your business or you personally.

1st Capital Financial has recovered more than $10 billion in financing and refunds for over 90,000 businesses in recent years. We also have the industry’s largest network of private funds, commercial, and alternative lenders for tariff advance financing. When you apply with us, you receive the best rates and terms available.

That’s why customs brokers, freight forwarding companies, law firms, and secondary markets work with us to extend tariff advance financing to their clients.

An IEEPA Tariff Advance, also known as an IEEPA refund buyout, is a non-recourse funding option that allows U.S. importers to sell their claim and recover the balance in days, without waiting on the government’s repayment.

Still Have Questions?

Please call us at +1 (833) 317-8227 or email us at [email protected].

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Percentages will vary by claim amount, entry status, the government's repayment timeline, and other factors. 1st Capital Financial has partnered with multiple lenders to offer greater coverage and flexibility to its IEEPA tariff refund clients.
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Timelines for receiving funds will vary based on client responsiveness, lender capabilities, and other factors.
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There is no upfront cost, commitment, or impact on credit to apply for an IEEPA Tariff Advance online with 1st Capital Financial. Any fees associated with 1st Capital Financial's products and services will be explained in writing and subject to the client's approval beforehand.

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