Croatia

2023 Trade facilitation score of 88.17%
Transparency: 100%; Formalities: 87.5%; Institutional Arrangement and Cooperation: 100%; Paperless Trade: 92.59%; Cross-Border Paperless Trade: 66.67%.

2021 Trade facilitation score of 77.42%
Transparency: 100%; Formalities: 66.67%; Institutional Arrangement and Cooperation: 100%; Paperless Trade: 85.19%; Cross-Border Paperless Trade: 50%.

2019 Trade facilitation score of 75.27%
Transparency: 100%; Formalities: 66.67%; Institutional Arrangement and Cooperation: 100%; Paperless Trade: 77.78%; Cross-Border Paperless Trade: 50%.

2017 Trade facilitation score of 66.67%
Transparency: 100%; Formalities: 66.67%; Institutional Arrangement and Cooperation: 100%; Paperless Trade: 55.56%; Cross-Border Paperless Trade: 38.89%.

2015 Trade facilitation score of 45.16%
Transparency: 60%; Formalities: 45.83%; Institutional Arrangement and Cooperation: 22.22%; Paperless Trade: 48.15%; Cross-Border Paperless Trade: 38.89%.

Measure Survey 2015 Survey 2017 Survey 2019 Survey 2021 Survey 2023 Change**

Transparency
Publication of existing import-export regulations on the internet Planning stage Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented
Stakeholders` consultation on new draft regulations (prior to their finalization) Not implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented
Advance publication/notification of new trade-related regulations before their implementation* Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented
Advance ruling on tariff classification and origin of imported goods* Partially implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented
Independent appeal mechanism Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented

Formalities
Risk management Partially implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented
Pre-arrival processing Partially implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented
Post-clearance audits* Do not know Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented
Separation of Release from final determination of customs duties, taxes, fees and charges Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented
Establishment and publication of average release times Do not know Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented Partially implemented
TF measures for authorized operators* Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented
Expedited shipments Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented Fully implemented
Acceptance of copies of original supporting documents required for import, export or transit formalities* Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented

Institutional Arrangement and Cooperation
National Trade Facilitation Committee or similar body* Partially implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented
National legislative framework and/or institutional arrangements for border agencies cooperation* Do not know Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented
Government agencies delegating border controls to Customs authorities* Do not know Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented
Alignment of working days and hours with neighbouring countries at border crossings Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented Partially implemented
Alignment of formalities and procedures with neighbouring countries at border crossings Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented

Paperless Trade
Automated Customs System* Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented
Internet connection available to Customs and other trade control agencies* Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented
Electronic Single Window System Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented Planning stage Partially implemented
Electronic submission of Customs declarations Partially implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented
Electronic application and issuance of import and export permit* Planning stage Planning stage Partially implemented Partially implemented Fully implemented
Electronic Submission of Sea Cargo Manifests Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented
Electronic Submission of Air Cargo Manifests Partially implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented
Electronic application and issuance of Preferential Certificate of Origin Planning stage Planning stage Planning stage Partially implemented Partially implemented
E-Payment of Customs Duties and Fees Planning stage Planning stage Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented
Electronic Application for Customs Refunds Do not know Not implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented

Cross-Border Paperless Trade
Laws and regulations for electronic transactions Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Fully implemented
Recognised certification authority Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented
Electronic exchange of Customs Declaration* Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented
Electronic exchange of Certificate of Origin Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented
Electronic exchange of Sanitary & Phyto-Sanitary Certificate Not implemented Not implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented
Paperless collection of payment from a documentary letter of credit* Do not know Do not know Do not know Do not know Partially implemented

Transit Facilitation
Transit facilitation agreement(s)* Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented Fully implemented
Limit the physical inspections of transit goods and use risk assessment* Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented
Supporting pre-arrival processing for transit facilitation Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented
Cooperation between agencies of countries involved in transit Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented

Trade Facilitation for SMEs
Trade-related information measures for SMEs* Not available Do not know Do not know Do not know Fully implemented
SMEs in AEO scheme* Not available Not implemented Planning stage Planning stage Fully implemented
SMEs access Single Window* Not available Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented
SMEs in National Trade Facilitation Committee* Not available Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented
Other special measures for SMEs Not available Not available Not implemented Not implemented Planning stage

Agriculture Trade Facilitation
Testing and laboratory facilities available to meet SPS of main trading partners* Not available Do not know Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented
National standards and accreditation bodies to facilitate compliance with SPS* Not available Do not know Do not know Do not know Do not know
Electronic application and issuance of SPS certificates* Not available Do not know Partially implemented Partially implemented Fully implemented
Special treatment for perishable goods Not available Not available Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented

Women in Trade Facilitation
TF policy/strategy to increase women’s participation in trade* Not available Do not know Do not know Do not know Do not know
TF measures to benefit women involved in trade* Not available Do not know Do not know Do not know Do not know
Women membership in the National Trade Facilitation Committee or similar bodies* Not available Not available Do not know Do not know Not implemented

Trade Finance Facilitation
Single window facilitates traders access to finance* Not available Not available Do not know Do not know Not implemented
Authorities engaged in blockchain-based supply chain project covering trade finance* Not available Not available Do not know Do not know Do not know
Variety of trade finance services available Not available Not available Do not know Do not know Do not know

Trade Facilitation in Times of Crisis
Agency in place to manage TF in times of crises and emergencies Not available Not available Not available Do not know Fully implemented
Online publication of emergency TF measures Not available Not available Not available Do not know Do not know
Coordination between countries on emergency TF measures Not available Not available Not available Do not know Partially implemented
Additional trade facilitation measures to facilitate trade in times of emergencies Not available Not available Not available Do not know Partially implemented
Plan in place to facilitate trade during future crises Not available Not available Not available Do not know Fully implemented

Trade Facilitation for E-Commerce
TF measures for cross-border e-commerce* Not available Not available Not available Not available Partially implemented

Trade Facilitation and Wildlife Protection
Electronic application, issuance and exchange of eCITES* Not available Not available Not available Not available Planning stage

*) This measure was not included or contained different wording in one or more previous surveys. Click on the asterisk behind the respective measure for more information.
**) Comparing results of the 2021 and 2023 surveys.
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Major
Ladder

Trade facilitation score of 88.17% (2023)
Transparency: 100%; Formalities: 87.5%; Institutional Arrangement and Cooperation: 100%; Paperless Trade: 92.59%; Cross-Border Paperless Trade: 66.67%.

Transparency

Publication of existing import-export regulations on the internet Fully implemented
Stakeholders` consultation on new draft regulations (prior to their finalization) Fully implemented
Advance publication/notification of new trade-related regulations before their implementation Fully implemented
Advance ruling on tariff classification and origin of imported goods Fully implemented
Independent appeal mechanism Fully implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Formalities

Risk management Fully implemented
Pre-arrival processing Fully implemented
Post-clearance audits Fully implemented
Separation of Release from final determination of customs duties, taxes, fees and charges Partially implemented
Establishment and publication of average release times Partially implemented
TF measures for authorized operators Fully implemented
Expedited shipments Fully implemented
Acceptance of copies of original supporting documents required for import, export or transit formalities Partially implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Institutional Arrangement and Cooperation

National Trade Facilitation Committee or similar body Fully implemented
National legislative framework and/or institutional arrangements for border agencies cooperation Fully implemented
Government agencies delegating border controls to Customs authorities Fully implemented
Alignment of working days and hours with neighbouring countries at border crossings* Partially implemented
Alignment of formalities and procedures with neighbouring countries at border crossings* Not implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Paperless Trade

Automated Customs System Fully implemented
Internet connection available to Customs and other trade control agencies Fully implemented
Electronic Single Window System Partially implemented
Electronic submission of Customs declarations Fully implemented
Electronic application and issuance of import and export permit Fully implemented
Electronic Submission of Sea Cargo Manifests* Partially implemented
Electronic Submission of Air Cargo Manifests Fully implemented
Electronic application and issuance of Preferential Certificate of Origin Partially implemented
E-Payment of Customs Duties and Fees Fully implemented
Electronic Application for Customs Refunds Fully implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Cross-Border Paperless Trade

Laws and regulations for electronic transactions Fully implemented
Recognised certification authority Fully implemented
Electronic exchange of Customs Declaration Partially implemented
Electronic exchange of Certificate of Origin Not implemented
Electronic exchange of Sanitary & Phyto-Sanitary Certificate Partially implemented
Paperless collection of payment from a documentary letter of credit Partially implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Transit Facilitation

Transit facilitation agreement(s)* Fully implemented
Limit the physical inspections of transit goods and use risk assessment* Fully implemented
Supporting pre-arrival processing for transit facilitation* Partially implemented
Cooperation between agencies of countries involved in transit* Fully implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Trade Facilitation for SMEs

Trade-related information measures for SMEs* Fully implemented
SMEs in AEO scheme* Fully implemented
SMEs access Single Window* Not implemented
SMEs in National Trade Facilitation Committee* Not implemented
Other special measures for SMEs* Planning stage
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Agriculture Trade Facilitation

Testing and laboratory facilities available to meet SPS of main trading partners* Fully implemented
National standards and accreditation bodies to facilitate compliance with SPS* Do not know
Electronic application and issuance of SPS certificates* Fully implemented
Special treatment for perishable goods* Partially implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Women in Trade Facilitation

TF policy/strategy to increase women’s participation in trade* Do not know
TF measures to benefit women involved in trade* Do not know
Women membership in the National Trade Facilitation Committee or similar bodies* Not implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Trade Finance Facilitation

Single window facilitates traders access to finance* Not implemented
Authorities engaged in blockchain-based supply chain project covering trade finance* Do not know
Variety of trade finance services available* Do not know
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Trade Facilitation in Times of Crisis

Agency in place to manage TF in times of crises and emergencies* Fully implemented
Online publication of emergency TF measures* Do not know
Coordination between countries on emergency TF measures* Partially implemented
Additional trade facilitation measures to facilitate trade in times of emergencies* Partially implemented
Plan in place to facilitate trade during future crises* Fully implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Trade Facilitation for E-Commerce

TF measures for cross-border e-commerce* Partially implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Trade Facilitation and Wildlife Protection

Electronic application, issuance and exchange of eCITES* Planning stage
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.
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Major
Ladder

Trade facilitation score of 77.42% (2021)
Transparency: 100%; Formalities: 66.67%; Institutional Arrangement and Cooperation: 100%; Paperless Trade: 85.19%; Cross-Border Paperless Trade: 50%.

Transparency

Publication of existing import-export regulations on the internet Fully implemented
Stakeholders` consultation on new draft regulations (prior to their finalization) Fully implemented
Advance publication/notification of new trade-related regulations before their implementation Fully implemented
Advance ruling on tariff classification and origin of imported goods Fully implemented
Independent appeal mechanism Fully implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Formalities

Risk management Fully implemented
Pre-arrival processing Fully implemented
Post-clearance audits Fully implemented
Separation of Release from final determination of customs duties, taxes, fees and charges Partially implemented
Establishment and publication of average release times Not implemented
TF measures for authorized operators Fully implemented
Expedited shipments Not implemented
Acceptance of copies of original supporting documents required for import, export or transit formalities Partially implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Institutional Arrangement and Cooperation

National Trade Facilitation Committee or similar body Fully implemented
National legislative framework and/or institutional arrangements for border agencies cooperation Fully implemented
Government agencies delegating border controls to Customs authorities Fully implemented
Alignment of working days and hours with neighbouring countries at border crossings* Not implemented
Alignment of formalities and procedures with neighbouring countries at border crossings* Not implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Paperless Trade

Automated Customs System Fully implemented
Internet connection available to Customs and other trade control agencies Fully implemented
Electronic Single Window System Planning stage
Electronic submission of Customs declarations Fully implemented
Electronic application and issuance of import and export permit Partially implemented
Electronic Submission of Sea Cargo Manifests* Partially implemented
Electronic Submission of Air Cargo Manifests Fully implemented
Electronic application and issuance of Preferential Certificate of Origin Partially implemented
E-Payment of Customs Duties and Fees Fully implemented
Electronic Application for Customs Refunds Fully implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Cross-Border Paperless Trade

Laws and regulations for electronic transactions Partially implemented
Recognised certification authority Fully implemented
Electronic exchange of Customs Declaration Partially implemented
Electronic exchange of Certificate of Origin Not implemented
Electronic exchange of Sanitary & Phyto-Sanitary Certificate Partially implemented
Paperless collection of payment from a documentary letter of credit Do not know
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Transit Facilitation

Transit facilitation agreement(s)* Not implemented
Limit the physical inspections of transit goods and use risk assessment* Fully implemented
Supporting pre-arrival processing for transit facilitation* Partially implemented
Cooperation between agencies of countries involved in transit* Fully implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Trade Facilitation for SMEs

Trade-related information measures for SMEs* Do not know
SMEs in AEO scheme* Planning stage
SMEs access Single Window* Not implemented
SMEs in National Trade Facilitation Committee* Not implemented
Other special measures for SMEs* Not implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Agriculture Trade Facilitation

Testing and laboratory facilities available to meet SPS of main trading partners* Fully implemented
National standards and accreditation bodies to facilitate compliance with SPS* Do not know
Electronic application and issuance of SPS certificates* Partially implemented
Special treatment for perishable goods* Partially implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Women in Trade Facilitation

TF policy/strategy to increase women’s participation in trade* Do not know
TF measures to benefit women involved in trade* Do not know
Women membership in the National Trade Facilitation Committee or similar bodies* Do not know
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Trade Finance Facilitation

Single window facilitates traders access to finance* Do not know
Authorities engaged in blockchain-based supply chain project covering trade finance* Do not know
Variety of trade finance services available* Do not know
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Trade Facilitation in Times of Crisis

Agency in place to manage TF in times of crises and emergencies* Do not know
Online publication of emergency TF measures* Do not know
Coordination between countries on emergency TF measures* Do not know
Additional trade facilitation measures to facilitate trade in times of emergencies* Do not know
Plan in place to facilitate trade during future crises* Do not know
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.
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Major
Ladder

Trade facilitation score of 75.27% (2019)
Transparency: 100%; Formalities: 66.67%; Institutional Arrangement and Cooperation: 100%; Paperless Trade: 77.78%; Cross-Border Paperless Trade: 50%.

Transparency

Publication of existing import-export regulations on the internet Fully implemented
Stakeholders` consultation on new draft regulations (prior to their finalization) Fully implemented
Advance publication/notification of new trade-related regulations before their implementation Fully implemented
Advance ruling on tariff classification and origin of imported goods Fully implemented
Independent appeal mechanism Fully implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Formalities

Risk management Fully implemented
Pre-arrival processing Fully implemented
Post-clearance audits Fully implemented
Separation of Release from final determination of customs duties, taxes, fees and charges Partially implemented
Establishment and publication of average release times Not implemented
Trade facilitation measures for authorized operators Fully implemented
Expedited shipments Not implemented
Acceptance of copies of original supporting documents required for import, export or transit formalities Partially implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Institutional Arrangement and Cooperation

National Trade Facilitation Committee or similar body Fully implemented
National legislative framework and/or institutional arrangements for border agencies cooperation Fully implemented
Government agencies delegating controls to Customs authorities Fully implemented
Alignment of working days and hours with neighbouring countries at border crossings* Not implemented
Alignment of formalities and procedures with neighbouring countries at border crossings* Not implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Paperless Trade

Automated Customs System Fully implemented
Internet connection available to Customs and other trade control agencies Fully implemented
Electronic Single Window System Not implemented
Electronic submission of Customs declarations Fully implemented
Electronic application and issuance of import and export permit Partially implemented
Electronic Submission of Sea Cargo Manifests* Partially implemented
Electronic Submission of Air Cargo Manifests Fully implemented
Electronic application and issuance of Preferential Certificate of Origin Planning stage
E-Payment of Customs Duties and Fees Fully implemented
Electronic Application for Customs Refunds Fully implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Cross-Border Paperless Trade

Laws and regulations for electronic transactions Partially implemented
Recognised certification authority Fully implemented
Electronic exchange of Customs Declaration Partially implemented
Electronic exchange of Certificate of Origin Not implemented
Electronic exchange of Sanitary & Phyto-Sanitary Certificate Partially implemented
Paperless collection of payment from a documentary letter of credit Do not know
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Transit Facilitation

Transit facilitation agreement(s)* Not implemented
Customs Authorities limit the physical inspections of transit goods and use risk assessment* Fully implemented
Supporting pre-arrival processing for transit facilitation* Partially implemented
Cooperation between agencies of countries involved in transit* Fully implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Trade Facilitation for SMEs

Trade-related information measures for SMEs* Do not know
SMEs in AEO scheme* Planning stage
SMEs access Single Window* Not implemented
SMEs in National Trade Facilitation Committee* Not implemented
Other special measures for SMEs* Not implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Agriculture Trade Facilitation

Testing and laboratory facilities available to meet SPS of main trading partners* Fully implemented
National standards and accreditation bodies to facilitate compliance with SPS* Do not know
Electronic application and issuance of SPS certificates* Partially implemented
Special treatment for perishable goods* Partially implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Women in Trade Facilitation

Trade facilitation policy/strategy incorporates special consideration of female traders* Do not know
Trade facilitation measures aimed at female traders* Do not know
Female membership in the National Trade Facilitation Committee* Do not know
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Trade Finance Facilitation

Single window facilitates traders to access to finance* Do not know
Banks allow electronic exchange of data between trading partners* Do not know
Variety of trade finance services available* Do not know
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.
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Major
Ladder

Trade facilitation score of 66.67% (2017)
Transparency: 100%; Formalities: 66.67%; Institutional Arrangement and Cooperation: 100%; Paperless Trade: 55.56%; Cross-Border Paperless Trade: 38.89%.

Transparency

Publication of existing import-export regulations on the internet Fully implemented
Stakeholders` consultation on new draft regulations (prior to their finalization) Fully implemented
Advance publication/notification of new regulations before their implementation Fully implemented
Advance ruling (on tariff classification) Fully implemented
Independent appeal mechanism Fully implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Formalities

Risk management Fully implemented
Pre-arrival processing Fully implemented
Post-clearance audit Fully implemented
Separation of Release from final determination of customs duties, taxes, fees and charges Partially implemented
Establishment and publication of average release times Not implemented
Trade facilitation measures for authorized operators Fully implemented
Expedited shipments Not implemented
Acceptance of paper or electronic copies of supporting documents required for import, export or transit formalities Partially implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Institutional Arrangement and Cooperation

National Trade Facilitation Committee Fully implemented
National legislative framework and institutional arrangement are available to ensure border agencies to cooperate with each other Fully implemented
Government agencies delegating controls to Customs authorities Fully implemented
Alignment of working days and hours with neighbouring countries at border crossings* Not implemented
Alignment of formalities and procedures with neighbouring countries at border crossings* Not implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Paperless Trade

Electronic/automated Customs System Fully implemented
Internet connection available to Customs and other trade control agencies at border-crossings Fully implemented
Electronic Single Window System Not implemented
Electronic submission of Customs declarations Fully implemented
Electronic Application and Issuance of import and export permit, if such permit is required Planning stage
Electronic Submission of Sea Cargo Manifests* Partially implemented
Electronic Submission of Air Cargo Manifests Fully implemented
Electronic Application and Issuance of Preferential Certificate of Origin Planning stage
E-Payment of Customs Duties and Fees Planning stage
Electronic Application for Customs Refunds Not implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Cross-Border Paperless Trade

Laws and regulations for electronic transactions Partially implemented
Recognised certification authority Fully implemented
Engagement in trade-related cross-border electronic data exchange Partially implemented
Electronic exchange of Certificate of Origin Not implemented
Electronic exchange of Sanitary & Phyto-Sanitary Certificate Not implemented
Traders in your country apply for letters of credit electronically from banks or insurers without lodging paper-based documents Do not know
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Transit Facilitation

Transit facilitation agreement(s) with neighbouring country(ies)* Not implemented
Customs Authorities limit the physical inspections of transit goods and use risk assessment* Fully implemented
Supporting pre-arrival processing for transit facilitation* Partially implemented
Cooperation between agencies of countries involved in transit* Fully implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Trade Facilitation for SMEs

Government has developed trade facilitation measures that ensure easy and affordable access for SMEs to trade related information* Do not know
Government has developed specific measures that enable SMEs to more easily benefit from the AEO scheme* Not implemented
Government has taken actions to make the single windows more easily accessible to SMEs (e.g., by providing technical consultation and training services to SMEs on registering and using the facility.)* Not implemented
Government has taken actions to ensure that SMEs are well represented and made key members of National Trade Facilitation Committees (NTFCs)* Not implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Agriculture Trade Facilitation

Testing and laboratory facilities are equipped for compliance with sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) standards in your country* Do not know
National standards and accreditation bodies are established for the purpose of compliance with SPS standards in your country* Do not know
Application, verification and issuance of SPS certificates is automated* Do not know
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Women in Trade Facilitation

The existing trade facilitation policy/strategy incorporates special consideration of women involved in trade* Do not know
Government has introduced trade facilitation measures to benefit women involved in trade* Do not know
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.
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Major
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Trade facilitation score of 45.16% (2015)
Transparency: 60%; Formalities: 45.83%; Institutional Arrangement and Cooperation: 22.22%; Paperless Trade: 48.15%; Cross-Border Paperless Trade: 38.89%.

Transparency

Publication of existing import-export regulations on the internet Planning stage
Stakeholders` consultation on new draft regulations (prior to their finalization) Not implemented
Advance publication/notification of new regulations before their implementation Fully implemented
Advance ruling (on tariff classification) Partially implemented
Independent appeal mechanism Fully implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Formalities

Risk management Partially implemented
Pre-arrival processing Partially implemented
Post-clearance audit Do not know
Separation of Release from final determination of customs duties, taxes, fees and charges Partially implemented
Establishment and publication of average release times Do not know
Trade facilitation measures for authorized operators Fully implemented
Expedited shipments Not implemented
Acceptance of paper or electronic copies of supporting documents required for import, export or transit formalities Partially implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Institutional Arrangement and Cooperation

National Trade Facilitation Committee Partially implemented
National legislative framework and institutional arrangement are available to ensure border agencies to cooperate with each other Do not know
Government agencies delegating controls to Customs authorities Do not know
Alignment of working days and hours with neighbouring countries at border crossings* Not implemented
Alignment of formalities and procedures with neighbouring countries at border crossings* Not implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Paperless Trade

Electronic/automated Customs System Fully implemented
Internet connection available to Customs and other trade control agencies at border-crossings Fully implemented
Electronic Single Window System Not implemented
Electronic submission of Customs declarations Partially implemented
Electronic Application and Issuance of import and export permit, if such permit is required Planning stage
Electronic Submission of Sea Cargo Manifests* Partially implemented
Electronic Submission of Air Cargo Manifests Partially implemented
Electronic Application and Issuance of Preferential Certificate of Origin Planning stage
E-Payment of Customs Duties and Fees Planning stage
Electronic Application for Customs Refunds Do not know
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Cross-Border Paperless Trade

Laws and regulations for electronic transactions Partially implemented
Recognised certification authority Fully implemented
Engagement in trade-related cross-border electronic data exchange Partially implemented
Electronic exchange of Certificate of Origin Not implemented
Electronic exchange of Sanitary & Phyto-Sanitary Certificate Not implemented
Traders in your country apply for letters of credit electronically from banks or insurers without lodging paper-based documents Do not know
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Transit Facilitation

Transit facilitation agreement(s) with neighbouring country(ies)* Not implemented
Customs Authorities limit the physical inspections of transit goods and use risk assessment* Fully implemented
Supporting pre-arrival processing for transit facilitation* Partially implemented
Cooperation between agencies of countries involved in transit* Fully implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.
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