Questions and Answers
Who heads the Bureau of Customs?
How many Deputy Commissioners can assist the Commissioner?
The Deputy Commissioners are appointed by the Secretary of Finance.
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What role does the Commissioner have in interpreting the provisions of the customs law?
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The Bureau's annual report is due by March ______ of the following year.
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Which of the following is NOT one of the functions of the Bureau?
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What must the Commissioner furnish Congress with?
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The President can open or close any port of entry based on the recommendation of the Secretary of Customs.
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How long can District Collectors remain in the same area of assignment?
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What is the role of the District Collector?
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Study Notes
Bureau of Customs Structure
- Headed by a Commissioner, supported by 4 to 6 Deputy Commissioners.
- Appointments made directly by the President of the Philippines.
- Majority of Deputy Commissioners must be from within the Bureau.
Commissioner’s Powers
- Holds exclusive jurisdiction to interpret customs laws in collaboration with government agencies.
- Has authority to exercise customs powers directly or indirectly.
- Able to review and decide on disputed assessments with appeal options to the Secretary of Finance and the Court of Tax Appeals (CTA).
- Can delegate powers to customs officers rank of division chief or higher, excluding certain key functions.
- Must report to the President, Congress, and NEDA by March 31 each year.
Bureau Functions
- Responsible for assessment and collection of customs revenues.
- Simplifies customs procedures to enhance international trade efficiency.
- Enforces border control to prevent smuggling.
- Supervises entrance and clearance of vessels and aircraft in foreign commerce.
- Conducts lifestyle checks and investigates complaints against Bureau personnel.
Customs Districts and Ports
- The Philippines is divided into multiple Customs Districts, each supervised by a District Collector.
- Each district can have its boundaries adjusted by the Commissioner with Secretary of Finance's approval.
- Principal ports of entry include Aparri, Batangas, Cebu, Manila, Davao, and others.
Port Management
- All ports of entry managed by a Customs District.
- Each principal port has its own District Collector; deputy collectors may be assigned to other ports.
Presidential Authority
- The President, upon the Secretary of Finance's recommendation, can open or close ports of entry.
- Personnel reassignment occurs upon port closure.
District Collector’s Duties
- Ensures legal compliance of imports/exports and prevents prohibited goods' entry.
- Manages collection of duties and taxes.
- Holds and disposes of imported goods in line with customs laws.
- Can delegate functions to Deputy District Collectors.
Records and Reporting
- Customs officials must maintain permanent records of transactions and report on district activities to the Commissioner regularly.
- The Deputy District Collector temporarily assumes responsibilities in case of vacancy or absence of the District Collector.
Investigative and Compliance Measures
- Creation of Internal Affairs and Integrity Unit to handle investigations within the Bureau.
- Regular updates on customs regulations published by the Commissioner to ensure compliance among relevant government bodies.
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