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Import Business in the Philippines for Foreign Entrepreneurs: How to Start
Starting an import business in the Philippines as a foreign entrepreneur means registering your business, then lodging a goods declaration with the Bureau of Customs.
Customs Post-Clearance Audit in the Philippines: How the BOC Checks Imports
A customs post-clearance audit in the Philippines lets the Bureau of Customs verify goods declarations after release. Learn how importers should prepare and respond.
Importing Vehicles into the Philippines: Tariffs, Customs Rules and Requirements
Importing vehicles into the Philippines means paying customs duties and taxes and lodging a goods declaration with the Bureau of Customs under the CMTA.
Customs Brokers vs Declarant: Who Signs Import and Export Declarations in the Philippines
The Supreme Court clarifies that under RA 10863, importers and exporters may sign goods declarations without a customs broker.