Law Summary
Scope
- Applies to shipments to the Philippines.
- Covers importers accredited with the Super Green Lane Plus (SGL Plus) under this Order.
Organization
- Commissioner of Customs to establish the Super Green Lane Plus Task Group.
- Task Group headed by Deputy Commissioner, Intelligence Group.
- Functions include identification of qualified importers, post-clearance checks, ensuring compliance, and other tasks assigned by the Commissioner.
- Possibility to create sub-groups for effective implementation.
Criteria for Accreditation
- Importer/SGL user must have transacted with BOC for at least one year.
- Must demonstrate a clear and specific nature of business.
- Must have a good reputation and clean record for at least one year.
- No misuse of customs facilities or derogatory information.
- Willingness to undergo compliance audit.
Benefits of Super Green Lane Plus Members
- Three-year suspension on conduct of audit.
- Five-year validity for Importer's Accreditation.
- Allowed to import articles not included in the List of Importables, still required to submit List and expected volume.
- Exemption from the Selectivity System.
- 24-hour Client Coordinator Service.
- Commissioner of Customs may grant additional benefits upon recommendation and approval.
Certificate of Accreditation
- Privileges subject to conditions: registered SGL user, random/spot checks at premises, responsibility for misuse, compliance with regulations.
- Violations may lead to suspension, revocation, or cancellation after due notice.
- Valid until revoked or cancelled; subject to BOC review.
Super Green Lane Plus Procedures
- Commissioner to issue rules and regulations for implementation.
Service Fee
- Accredited importers pay fees per entry based on FOB value:
- Below US$5,000: Php 500
- US$5,001 to US$100,000: Php 1,000
- US$100,001 to US$200,000: Php 1,500
- US$200,001 to US$500,000: Php 2,000
- Above US$500,000: Php 2,500
Confidentiality Clause
- All confidential information for accreditation treated strictly confidential.
- Disclosure only with permission or in judicial proceedings.
Repealing Clause
- Orders and directives inconsistent with this Order are revoked, amended, or modified.
- Does not affect existing importer accreditation schemes agreed by Department of Finance and Trade and Industry.
Separability Clause
- If any part declared unconstitutional, other parts remain in effect.
Effectivity
- Order takes immediate effect upon issuance.