As popular quotation goes, Cars are extensions to our home.
We're now living in an age of science and technologies. Wherein, innovations continue to fuel the gears of digital world.
Philippine Balik-Scientist program
As part of the Philippines' campaign in making the world an easier place to live, giving those pillars in the industry to reap the benefits as a contributor in the technological advancement of the country, some of their importation/s are exempt from general prohibition laws.Generally, (pursuant to E.O. 156) all types of used motor vehicle, its parts and components, are prohibited for importation in the Philippines, except under certain condition. Wherein, under the so called "Balik-Scientist Program", specifically quoted as one of the exemptions.
To define, Balik Scientists is a science and technology expert who is a Filipino citizen exercised his profession abroad or a foreigner of Filipino descent, contracted by the Philippine government to return and work in the country for the contributions of country's technological project.
The privileges
Among other privileges, as a holder of 47a(2) visa, they are allowed to import motor vehicle in the country, as long as conditions, listed below, are complied with, before Certificate of Authority to Import (CAI) be issued by the Bureau of Import Service (BIS).Basically,
- It must be left hand drive (LHD)
- Not exceeding of 3 tons Gross Vehicular Weight (GVW)
- With Certificate of Emission Compliance (CEC) issued from country of origin as authenticated by the Philippine embassy of the same country.
- Other, specified conditions under No Dollar Importation (NDI).
With further assistance by a contact Customs Broker, all necessary
documentary requirements and procedures must deemed be followed before
shipment be release from the custody of both Bureau of Customs (BOC) and
Bureau of Import Services (BIS).
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[Manila, Philippines | Updated: November 2013]
Note: If you are reading this article few years later than below date posted, it is highly recommended to further browse for possible amendment or you may contact us here and let us know how we can help you.
[Manila, Philippines | Updated: November 2013]