FIRMS code

T296 SOUTHWEST FREIGHT - CES

Deleted Centralized examination station

This code is deleted in CBP's FIRMS list. Don't use it on new filings. FIRMSapi keeps deleted codes so lookups of old paperwork still resolve; check the port listing for a replacement.

Facility details

FIRMS code: T296
Name: SOUTHWEST FREIGHT - CES
Address: 8189 S Central Expy
Dallas, TX 75241-7820
Status: Deleted (D)
Facility type: Centralized examination station (09)
CBP port: Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX (5501)
CBP region: 6
Last changed: 2026-10-23
Data as of: 2026-10-23

Pre-filing validation

Validate T296 before you file

Validation fails T296: it's deleted, the reject ACE returns as 159. Search the port for an active replacement.

curl https://api.firmsapi.com/v1/validate \
  -H "x-api-key: $FIRMSAPI_KEY" -H "content-type: application/json" \
  -d '{"code":"T296","port":"5501","use":"exam_site"}'

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Other codes at this address

Many facilities hold several FIRMS codes, for example one per facility type or operator.

Code	Name	Type	Status
V121	SOUTHWEST FREIGHT - CFS	Container freight station	Deleted

Source: U.S. Customs and Border Protection FIRMS code list, data as of 2026-10-23. FIRMSapi is not affiliated with CBP; confirm bond status and filing details in ACE.