(T/F) When an Authorized Signatory returns an employee badge with a Customs Access Seal on it, they must first return the Customs Access Seal to the local CBP office before returning the badge, otherwise they could incur a financial penalty from CBP.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Not applicable
• D. Not sure

Answer: (A)

The main idea is how to properly decommission security credentials and their tamper-evident components when departing. The Customs Access Seal accompanies an employee badge as a control to prevent unauthorized reuse. Returning the seal to the local CBP office before handing in the badge ensures the seal is accounted for, the badge can be deactivated, and the security record is closed correctly. If the seal isn’t returned, CBP can assess a financial penalty or replacement cost because the seal remains an asset tied to access control and its proper disposition, creating a potential security and liability gap. Following this sequence preserves accountability and prevents penalties, which is why this statement is true.