The Bureau of Customs (BOC), under the leadership of Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno and guided by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., is inviting stakeholders to participate in the beta testing of its upgraded Online Tax Estimator as part of its continuing drive for modernization and improved public service.
Developed with the assistance of the Management Information System and Technology Group (MISTG), the enhanced tool provides a more comprehensive and user-friendly breakdown of duties, taxes, and other lawful charges.
Stakeholders can expect a clearer and more accurate guide to their obligations,
With this, stakeholders can expect a clearer and more accurate guide to their obligations, making the importation process more transparent and easier to understand.
Nepomuceno underscored that the BOC’s assessment of duties and taxes continues to be guided by the Customs Modernization and Tariff Act (CMTA), Department of Finance (DOF) orders, and other relevant regulations.
“With this initiative, the Bureau of Customs is demonstrating our determination to improve systems that directly serve the needs of the public.”
“With this initiative, the Bureau of Customs is not only offering a more accessible and user-friendly tool but also demonstrating our determination to improve systems that directly serve the needs of the public,” the customs chief said.
The BOC is encouraging the public to try the beta version at https://customs.gov.ph/estimator and share their comments and suggestions via mistg@customs.gov.ph.
Their feedback will be vital in refining the tool, ensuring system efficiency, and enhancing overall performance.
The BOC expressed its appreciation to stakeholders for their continued support and valuable feedback, which play an important role in strengthening its programs and services.
