BOC clarifies order imposing fines for clerical errors in export declaration

The Bureau of Customs will “consider” adjustments in export declaration provided adjustments…

P15M veggies from China confiscated in Subic

Some P15 million worth of fresh vegetables illegally shipped from China were…

ETRACC records 189,000 trips from Jan-Sept

The Bureau of Customs recorded 189,003 completed trips during the Electronic Tracking…

PortCalls Oct 18, 2021

Our latest issue (PortCalls_Oct 18, 2021). Stories include: PPA requirement to operate…

BOC files 131 cases vs importers, brokers from Jan-Sept

The Bureau of Customs filed a total of 131 cases against importers…

AISL: PPA container registration system encroaches on BOC mandate

The Philippine Ports Authority’s proposed container registry and monitoring system is redundant…

BOC kicks off online viewing for cargo examination

The Bureau of Customs Examination Online Viewing became available on October 15…

PPA requirement for permit to operate on hold for truckers

The Philippine Ports Authority is postponing implementation of a requirement for trucking…

4 x-ray machines to boost BOC anti-smuggling operations

The Bureau of Customs has acquired four new mobile container x-ray machines…

BOC nabs P545M smuggled agri products in Jan-Sep

The Bureau of Customs seized P545 million worth of smuggled agricultural products…