Dear Valued Clients and Friends,

 The Bureau of Customs, in a Memorandum dated March 23, 2020 (please see attached),  has SUSPENDED the 7-day period to lodge goods declaration for the duration of the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ).

“At any time during the declaration of ECQ, lodgement and filing of goods declaration may be made within 15 days from the date of discharge of last package.

“The period to file goods declaration may be extended for another 15 days on valid grounds upon request, which may be done personally or online by opening a Ticket at the Customer Care Portal System (CCPS) at client.customs.gov.ph, duly acknowledged by the Bureau.

“This order shall cover shipments with date of discharge of last package starting 10 March 2020.”

If you need assistance, or you need further clarification, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@mtfcounsel.com.

MATA-PEREZ, TAMAYO & FRANCISCO

March 24, 2020

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