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What is the minimum paid-up capital required for a corporation to be accredited by the BOC for engaging in the business of customs brokering?
What is the minimum paid-up capital required for a corporation to be accredited by the BOC for engaging in the business of customs brokering?
Which section of the Republic Act No. 9280 is amended by this Act?
Which section of the Republic Act No. 9280 is amended by this Act?
What is the purpose of a customs broker's signature on an import entry?
What is the purpose of a customs broker's signature on an import entry?
According to the act, what constitutes an act of engaging in the practice of customs broker profession?
According to the act, what constitutes an act of engaging in the practice of customs broker profession?
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Which one of these is NOT a purpose of the Act?
Which one of these is NOT a purpose of the Act?
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Who is authorized to sign an export declaration?
Who is authorized to sign an export declaration?
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The act clarifies that engaging in the business of customs brokerage means:
The act clarifies that engaging in the business of customs brokerage means:
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What is the main purpose of this Act?
What is the main purpose of this Act?
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Study Notes
Republic Act No. 9853
- Amends Republic Act No. 9280 (Customs Brokers Act of 2004)
- Revises Section 27, defining acts constituting the practice of Customs Broker profession
- Import entry documents must be signed by a customs broker and the importer/owner/consignee
- Export declarations may be signed by the exporter, or the exporter can delegate to a customs broker
- Revises Section 29, pertaining to admission to professional practice for customs brokers.
- Individual/personal qualifications are basis for admission.
- Corporations are allowed to register for customs brokerage, but require at least one customs broker.
- Minimum paid-up capital of PHP 1,000,000.00 for corporations engaging in customs brokerage.
Act Effectivity
- Takes effect 15 days after publication in the Official Gazette or a widely-circulated newspaper.
Legislative Details
- Consolidated Senate Bill No. 3396 and House Bill No. 3274
- Passed by the Senate on September 28, 2009, and by the House of Representatives on October 8, 2009.
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This quiz focuses on Republic Act No. 9853, which amends Republic Act No. 9280 regarding the Customs Brokers profession in the Philippines. It includes definitions, admission criteria for customs brokers, and legislative details such as the act's effectivity. Test your knowledge of the key components and implications of this law.