HCM City Customs removes problems regarding EVFTA for businesses

VCN- During the implementation of the EVFTA, HCM City Customs Department has answered many problems for businesses.
Preparing to deploy VASSCM at Tan Son Nhat International Airport Preparing to deploy VASSCM at Tan Son Nhat International Airport
Court rejects petition against decision of tax arrears of VND 25 billion on cars by HCM City Customs Court rejects petition against decision of tax arrears of VND 25 billion on cars by HCM City Customs
19 containers of used machines, equipment not received 19 containers of used machines, equipment not received
0153-4242-5-0454-img-1438
Customs officers of Sai Gon Zone 1 Customs Branch inspect imported goods. Photo: T.H

Answering the questions of Trans Pacific Partners Trading Co., Ltd on problems in implementing Circular 11/2020/TT-BCT dated June 15, 2020 of the Ministry of Industry and Trade, HCM City Customs Department said that on August 21, the General Department of Vietnam Customs issued Official Letter No.5575/ TCHQ-GSQL implementing the content of Official Letter No. 6123/ BCT-XNK dated August 18 of the Ministry of Industry and Trade on the application of the self-certification of origin according to the REX system (Registered Exporter System) guided in Clause 1, Article 19, Circular No.11/2020/TT-BCT dated June 15, 2020.

Regarding self-certification, businesses shall comply with provisions in Clause 2, 3 and 4 of Article 24 of Circular 11/2020/TT-BTC. Accordingly, exporters must self certify the origin of goods on the invoice, delivery note or other commercial document with sufficient information about goods by typing, stamping or printing the declaration on goods origin on the documents.

The exporter shall use the form of origin declaration in one of the language versions specified in Appendix VII issued with this circular and in accordance with the EU’s legal provisions. If the exporter makes the declaration in handwriting, the declared contents shall be written in ink and capital letters.

The term "other commercial document" referred to in Clause 2 of this article shall be the consignment note, pro forma invoice or packing slip. Transport documents such as bill of lading or air waybill are not considered other documents.

The content of self-certification of origin shall not be presented on a separate form. It is allowed to be presented on another page of the commercial document provided that thepage is recognised as a part of the commercial document.

Conditions for applying special preferential import tax rates under the EVFTA are specified in Clause 3, Article 5 of Decree 111/2020 / ND-CP dated September 18, 2020.

Regarding some problems of businesses in the implementation of the EVFTA, HCM City Customs Department instructed as follows:

Regarding the naming the exporter under the declaration of origin, pursuant to Appendix VI, Protocol 1, EVFTA (guided in Appendix VII, Circular 11/2020/ TT-BCT dated June 15 of the Ministry of Industry and Trade), theorigin declaration is shown in English. Thus, the origin declaration form does not require the name of the exporter be presented in typing.

Regarding the exemption of signature and the name of the signer on the self-certification of origin, pursuant to Clause 5, Article 24 of Circular 11/2020/TT-BCT: Self-certification documents must have a handwritten signature of the exporter. However, the exporter who meets the EU’s conditions is permitted not to give his/her signature provided the exporter provides a written commitment for taking all responsibilities for certificate of origin to a competent authority of the exporting country.

The HCM City Customs Department has reported to the GDVC on a question whether self-certificate of origin issued by the exporter and registered on the electronic database (REX code registration) specified in Clause 1 (c), Article 19 of Circular 11/2020/ TT-BCT/ requires the name and signature of the exporter or not. The department will respond to businesses when it receives instructions from the GDVC.

By Le Thu/Ngoc Loan

Related News

Consulting on customs control for e-commerce imports and exports

Consulting on customs control for e-commerce imports and exports

VCN- The General Department of Vietnam Customs (GDVC) consults widely on the draft Decree regulating customs control for e-commerce imports and exports.
Customs administrations coordinate to seize nearly 20,000 endangered wildlife

Customs administrations coordinate to seize nearly 20,000 endangered wildlife

VCN – About 20,000 live animals, all endangered or protected species, have been seized in a global operation against wildlife and forestry trafficking networks, jointly coordinated by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and INTERPOL.
Import and export turnover reaches about US$29 billion in the second half of January 2025

Import and export turnover reaches about US$29 billion in the second half of January 2025

VCN - Vietnam's total import and export turnover in the second half of January 2025 (January 16-31, 2025) reached US$28.9 billion, the latest preliminary statistics of the General Department of Vietnam Customs reported.
Hai Phong Customs sets out 15 tasks to achieve the revenue target of VND 72,000 billion

Hai Phong Customs sets out 15 tasks to achieve the revenue target of VND 72,000 billion

VCN – Hai Phong Customs Department has issued Directive No. 624/CT-HQHP dated January 21, 2025 on drastically implementing solutions to facilitate trade, improve the effectiveness of state management, and strive to achieve the revenue target of 2025.

Latest News

Vietnam Customs forms implementation task force on developing customs procedures

Vietnam Customs forms implementation task force on developing customs procedures

VCN - Decision 135/QD-TCHQ, recently issued by the General Department of Vietnam Customs, establishes a task force to develop and implement new customs procedures. The task force will be headed by Deputy Director General Au Anh Tuan.
Quang Tri Customs launches business support initiatives

Quang Tri Customs launches business support initiatives

VCN - Quang Tri Customs considers the business community as partners, continuing to facilitate import-export, immigration, investment and tourism activities in the area.
Hai Phong Customs’ revenue rises about VND 1,000 billion

Hai Phong Customs’ revenue rises about VND 1,000 billion

VCN- In the first month of the year, Hai Phong Customs' revenue increased by nearly VND1,000 billion.
Administrative reform: Khanh Hoa Customs delivers impressive results

Administrative reform: Khanh Hoa Customs delivers impressive results

VCN - The Khanh Hoa Customs Department achieved a "good" ranking among the six vertical agencies in Khanh Hoa Province, with an administrative reform index of 91.28%.

More News

Over 1,500 customs declarations processed by Hai Phong Customs during Tet

Over 1,500 customs declarations processed by Hai Phong Customs during Tet

VCN - Hai Phong Customs Department processed 1,547 customs declarations during the Tet holiday period
Hai Phong Customs strives to perform tasks from the beginning of the year

Hai Phong Customs strives to perform tasks from the beginning of the year

VCN – Hai Phong Customs Department has actively and effectively implemented solutions to accomplish tasks and achieve targets.
Ho Chi Minh City: Foreign visitors spend more than VND1,500 billion to buy goods upon exit

Ho Chi Minh City: Foreign visitors spend more than VND1,500 billion to buy goods upon exit

VCN - According to the Ho Chi Minh City Customs Department, in 2024, the unit refunded VAT on goods that foreigners and oversea Vietnamese residents brought with them when leaving the country with a value of over VND1,540 billion.
3,500 customs declarations handled in Lang Son over Tet

3,500 customs declarations handled in Lang Son over Tet

VCN - During the 2025 Lunar New Year (Year of the Snake), Lang Son Customs Department processed nearly 3,500 customs declarations valued at over US$306 million.
Hai Phong Customs processes more than 1,500 declarations during 2025 Lunar New Year holiday

Hai Phong Customs processes more than 1,500 declarations during 2025 Lunar New Year holiday

VCN - During the 2025 Lunar New Year holiday, Hai Phong Customs Department processed 1,547 declarations.
US$10.5 million in trade flows through Binh Duong Customs during Tet  During the 2025 Lunar New Year

US$10.5 million in trade flows through Binh Duong Customs during Tet During the 2025 Lunar New Year

VCN - During the 2025 Lunar New Year holiday, the Binh Duong Customs Department arranged for staff to be on duty, ensuring quick and timely customs clearance, helping import and export businesses avoid interruptions and maintaining a smooth flow of goods.
Proactive customs measures for express parcels: Tightening control over import-export goods

Proactive customs measures for express parcels: Tightening control over import-export goods

VCN - International express delivery companies are the main entities responsible for handling import and export customs procedures on behalf of the recipients. The Express Customs Branch (HCM City Customs Department) has been proactive in introducing various measures to both promote trade and maintain strict control over import and export goods
Best covers of Vietnam Customs songs: 15 winners revealed

Best covers of Vietnam Customs songs: 15 winners revealed

VCN - The Vietnam Customs Youth Union has just officially revealed the 15 victorious pieces in the "Cover Songs about Vietnam Customs 2024" contest. These 15 prizes are divided into various categories, totaling approximately 100 million Vietnamese Dong in prize money
Vietnam Customs kicks off campaign for innovation, breakthrough, and growth

Vietnam Customs kicks off campaign for innovation, breakthrough, and growth

VCN - To concentrate on leadership, guidance, and vigorous implementation of goals, targets, and tasks towards the objectives of Digital Customs and Green Customs by 2025, the General Department of Vietnam Customs has launched a competition campaign with the theme: "Innovation - Breakthrough – Development”
Read More

Your care

Latest Most read
Vietnam Customs forms implementation task force on developing customs procedures

Vietnam Customs forms implementation task force on developing customs procedures

Decision 135/QD-TCHQ, recently issued by the General Department of Vietnam Customs, establishes a task force to develop and implement new customs procedures.
Quang Tri Customs launches business support initiatives

Quang Tri Customs launches business support initiatives

Quang Tri Customs considers the business community as partners, continuing to facilitate import-export, immigration, investment and tourism activities in the area.
Hai Phong Customs’ revenue rises about VND 1,000 billion

Hai Phong Customs’ revenue rises about VND 1,000 billion

VCN - Notably, the revenue in January increased by VND 883 billion (or 16.7%) compared to the same period in 2024.
Administrative reform: Khanh Hoa Customs delivers impressive results

Administrative reform: Khanh Hoa Customs delivers impressive results

The Khanh Hoa Customs Department achieved a "good" ranking among the six vertical agencies in Khanh Hoa Province, with an administrative reform index of 91.28%.
GDVC sets goal of widely disseminating Customs policies

GDVC sets goal of widely disseminating Customs policies

VCN - Additionally, the GDVC aims to unify the direction and coordination within and outside the industry on the dissemination and education of laws for customs officials; to support, and provision of information to relevant organizations and individuals.
Mobile Version