Scope of the Memorandum Order
- Governs export shipments processed at OSEDC-Manila for loading at POM, MICP, and NAIA.
- Separate Orders to cover other OSEDCs.
- Only exporters and customs brokers/forwarders registered under CPRS per CMO 39-2008 can submit EDs via the e2m Customs System.
General Provisions
- OSEDC’s mandate grounded in MOA among BOC, PHILEXPORT, and DTI, reinforced by P.D. 930 implementing rules.
- Mandatory CPRS registration for exporters and brokers/forwarders to enable lodgement on e2m system.
- Verification of registrants through the system to ensure valid BOC clients.
- Compliance with CDS payment via PASS5 system; requirement to maintain debit accounts with Authorized Agent Banks (AAB).
- BOC to provide stakeholders (NSO, DTI, TC) with electronic copies of loaded Export Declarations.
Operational Provisions: Lodgement and Processing of Authority to Load (ATL)
- Exporters or authorized representatives lodge SAD-EDs online through accredited VASPs.
- Lodgement can be done at E2M Customs-enabled workstations, public internet cafés, workplaces, or OSEDC-Manila.
- OSEDC-Manila offers assistance and workstations for those without access.
- VASPs validate and convert data into XML format compatible with BOC systems.
- e2m Customs system issues error/status messages and validates entries, assigning Customs Reference Numbers for accepted declarations.
- Risk-based selectivity classifies shipments into Green, Yellow, or Red lanes to allocate customs resources effectively.
Processing Procedures for Green Lane Shipments
- Automatic trigger of payment instructions for CDS.
- OSEDC prints and distributes two copies of SAD-ED indicating Customs Reference, Assessment, and Receipt Numbers.
- Payment of fees made to OSEDC cashier.
- Clearance of export documents and submission to port inspection units.
Processing Procedures for Yellow Lane Shipments
- Submission of SAD-ED with required additional permits and clearances.
- OSEDC conducts completeness and internal consistency checks on all documents.
- BOC officer authenticates documents and re-routes SAD-ED to Green Lane upon approval, triggering payment of CDS.
- SAD-ED is printed with all necessary references; fees are paid and export cleared for loading.
Processing Procedures for Red Lane Shipments
- Submission and evaluation similar to Yellow Lane with stricter scrutiny.
- Physical examination may be required including non-intrusive x-ray scanning.
- If suspicions arise, 100% physical inspection and container sealing by Trade Control Examiner.
- Inspection act detailing findings is mandatorily filled out.
- Final clearance for loading only after physical examination and official approval.
Loading and Inspection at the Port
- Export declarations are matched with cargo by Customs Inspector or equivalent.
- Shipment details encoded and clearance for export release given after verification.
- Payment for documentary stamps confirmed prior to loading.
- Remaining loading procedures follow existing customs protocols.
- Certificate of Origin officers may view exported shipment data for issuance.
Manual Processing Contingencies
- Allowed only during system breakdowns, power failures, or when Authorized Agent Banks are offline.
- Manual submissions must be lodged electronically as soon as feasible.
- Exporters/brokers must deposit equivalent CDS amounts immediately and complete electronic processing on next business day.
- Failure to complete electronic processing may lead to suspension of CPRS registration.
- OSEDC-Manila must report all manual processing activities to MISTG.
Amendment and Cancellation of Export Declarations
- No amendments allowed on lodged EDs within the e2m system.
- If unavoidable, a new ED must be lodged following cancellation of the original per formal procedures.
- Exporter must submit written request for cancellation addressed to District Collector.
- Failure to cancel open accounts may result in suspension from CPRS.
Separability and Repealing Clauses
- Invalidity of any provision does not affect the rest of the Order.
- All prior inconsistent issuances are repealed or modified accordingly.
Transitory and Effectivity Provisions
- If Selectivity Module unavailable at launch, OSEDC-Manila will designate shipments as Yellow or Red lane.
- Official implementation date to be announced by the Bureau via Memorandum Order.
- The Order takes effect 15 days post-publication in newspapers of general circulation.