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Implementation Guidance for Section I

To support the harmonized implementation of the TFA by using core WCO instruments and tools, the WCO released an Implementation Guidance for Section I. For each TFA Article, it contains the following categories of information: Overview; Text of the TFA Article; relevant RKC Standards and RKC Guidelines; other relevant WCO tools; Member practices; and performance indicators. Select an article below to view more information  


  • Article 1

    Publication and availability of information
    Article 1 image

  • Article 2

    Opportunity to comment, information before entry into force and consultations
    eight

  • Article 3

    Advance rulings
    three

  • Article 4

    Procedures for appeal or review
    six

  • Article 5

    Other measures to enhance impartiality, non discrimination and transparency
    ten

  • Article 6

    Disciplines on fees and charges imposed on or in connection with importation and exportation and penalties
    nine

  • Article 7

    Release and clearance of goods
    one

  • Article 8

    Border agency cooperation
    seven

  • Article 9

    Movement of Goods Intended for Import Under Customs Control
    two

  • Article 10

    Formalities connected with importation and exportation and transit
    five

  • Article 11

    Freedom of transit
    four

  • Article 12

    Customs cooperation
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