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Travelers with diplomatic status are not entitled to enjoy privileges under applicable conventions, laws, rules, and regulations.
Travelers with diplomatic status are not entitled to enjoy privileges under applicable conventions, laws, rules, and regulations.
False
BOC will not implement an advanced information and traveler record system as a risk management tool.
BOC will not implement an advanced information and traveler record system as a risk management tool.
False
Baggage of arriving travelers and crew will always be subject to physical examination.
Baggage of arriving travelers and crew will always be subject to physical examination.
False
Unauthorized personnel are allowed in the customs arrival area including the baggage carousel area.
Unauthorized personnel are allowed in the customs arrival area including the baggage carousel area.
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Excisable goods in an accompanied baggage within the de minimis value are exempt from NIRC provisions.
Excisable goods in an accompanied baggage within the de minimis value are exempt from NIRC provisions.
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Goods purchased at Philippine Duty-Free Stores upon arrival within allowable quantity limits are subject to duty and tax.
Goods purchased at Philippine Duty-Free Stores upon arrival within allowable quantity limits are subject to duty and tax.
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Postal items with a Free Carrier (FCA) value of more than P50,000 will be released through an informal entry process.
Postal items with a Free Carrier (FCA) value of more than P50,000 will be released through an informal entry process.
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Goods of commercial nature with a Free On Board (FOB) value of less than P50,000 can be cleared through the informal entry process.
Goods of commercial nature with a Free On Board (FOB) value of less than P50,000 can be cleared through the informal entry process.
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All postal items are subject to mandatory intrusive examination by the Bureau of Customs (BOC) at the Offices of Exchanges.
All postal items are subject to mandatory intrusive examination by the Bureau of Customs (BOC) at the Offices of Exchanges.
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Unclaimed postal items will not be subject to any abandonment proceedings.
Unclaimed postal items will not be subject to any abandonment proceedings.
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Relief consignments are always exempt from payment of customs duties and taxes.
Relief consignments are always exempt from payment of customs duties and taxes.
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The clearance procedures for transshipment postal items are not governed by any specific rules or regulations.
The clearance procedures for transshipment postal items are not governed by any specific rules or regulations.
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Relief consignments are always subject to tax and duty payments.
Relief consignments are always subject to tax and duty payments.
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Exemption of payment for certain importations is a common practice in customs procedures.
Exemption of payment for certain importations is a common practice in customs procedures.
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State of calamity declaration has no impact on customs procedures.
State of calamity declaration has no impact on customs procedures.
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Customs procedures are rigid and cannot be adapted to different situations.
Customs procedures are rigid and cannot be adapted to different situations.
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Rules and regulations implementation in customs is always straightforward without exceptions.
Rules and regulations implementation in customs is always straightforward without exceptions.
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Bonded warehouses are used primarily for exporting goods only.
Bonded warehouses are used primarily for exporting goods only.
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Study Notes
Import Clearance and Customs Procedures
- Regulated or restricted goods in excess of limits require a regulatory agency permit.
- Foreign travelers with diplomatic status are entitled to privileges accorded to them by applicable conventions, laws, and regulations.
Traveler Processing and Baggage Clearance
- The BOC shall adopt an advanced information and traveler record system as a risk management tool.
- The BOC shall create different lanes to cater to different types of travelers, including:
- OFWs, returning residents, and non-resident Filipinos
- Foreign travelers with diplomatic status
- Airline crew members
- Travelers with accompanied or unaccompanied baggage containing goods with commercial quantity
- Baggage of arriving travelers and crew may be subject to non-intrusive inspection and physical examination when necessary.
Customs Procedures and Regulations
- Excisable goods in an accompanied baggage, even if within the de minimis value, are subject to NIRC provisions.
- Goods purchased at Philippine Duty-Free Stores upon arrival and within the allowable quantity limits are not subject to duty and tax.
- Postal items falling within the de minimis value shall be released using a Postal Customs Documentation Form.
- Postal items with FCA or FOB value of more than P50,000 shall be released through a formal entry process.
- The following shall be cleared through an informal entry process:
- Those covered by Sec. 600(f) (returning residents) and (g) (BBB), CMTA
- Goods of commercial nature with FCA or FOB value of less than P50,000
- Personal and household effects, not in commercial quantity
Course Overview and Program Learning Outcomes
- The course CM112 covers competency assessment in customs documentation and procedures.
- Program outcomes for BSCA include:
- Identifying the format, context, and types of a goods declaration
- Preparing legal documentation for importing and exporting articles
- Knowledge of different port of entries
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Test your knowledge on regulations related to customs and border protection, including permits for restricted goods, privileges for foreign travelers with diplomatic status, advanced information systems, and traveler processing lanes.
