Trinidad and Tobago

2023 Trade facilitation score of 63.44%
Transparency: 80%; Formalities: 62.5%; Institutional Arrangement and Cooperation: 55.56%; Paperless Trade: 62.96%; Cross-Border Paperless Trade: 55.56%.

2021 Trade facilitation score of 41.94%
Transparency: 53.33%; Formalities: 45.83%; Institutional Arrangement and Cooperation: 33.33%; Paperless Trade: 55.56%; Cross-Border Paperless Trade: 11.11%.

2019 Trade facilitation score of 41.94%
Transparency: 53.33%; Formalities: 45.83%; Institutional Arrangement and Cooperation: 33.33%; Paperless Trade: 55.56%; Cross-Border Paperless Trade: 11.11%.

2017 Trade facilitation score of 38.71%
Transparency: 46.67%; Formalities: 37.5%; Institutional Arrangement and Cooperation: 33.33%; Paperless Trade: 55.56%; Cross-Border Paperless Trade: 11.11%.

2015 Trade facilitation score of 34.41%
Transparency: 33.33%; Formalities: 37.5%; Institutional Arrangement and Cooperation: 11.11%; Paperless Trade: 55.56%; Cross-Border Paperless Trade: 11.11%.

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

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

Formalities
Risk management Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented
Pre-arrival processing Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented
Post-clearance audits* Not implemented Not implemented Planning stage Planning stage Planning stage
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 Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented Fully implemented
TF measures for authorized operators* Not implemented Not implemented Planning stage Planning stage Partially implemented
Expedited shipments Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented
Acceptance of copies of original supporting documents required for import, export or transit formalities* Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented

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

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* Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented
Electronic Single Window System Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented
Electronic submission of Customs declarations Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Fully implemented
Electronic application and issuance of import and export permit* Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented
Electronic Submission of Sea Cargo Manifests Partially implemented Partially implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented
Electronic Submission of Air Cargo Manifests Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Fully implemented
Electronic application and issuance of Preferential Certificate of Origin Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented
E-Payment of Customs Duties and Fees Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented
Electronic Application for Customs Refunds Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented

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

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

Trade Facilitation for SMEs
Trade-related information measures for SMEs* Not available Partially implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented Fully implemented
SMEs in AEO scheme* Not available Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented
SMEs access Single Window* Not available Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Fully implemented
SMEs in National Trade Facilitation Committee* Not available Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented Partially implemented
Other special measures for SMEs Not available Not available Not implemented Not implemented Not implemented

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

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

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

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 Not implemented
Online publication of emergency TF measures Not available Not available Not available Do not know Partially implemented
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 Partially 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 Not implemented

*) 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.
++) Additional data

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Major
Ladder

Trade facilitation score of 63.44% (2023)
Transparency: 80%; Formalities: 62.5%; Institutional Arrangement and Cooperation: 55.56%; Paperless Trade: 62.96%; Cross-Border Paperless Trade: 55.56%.

Transparency

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

Formalities

Risk management Partially implemented
Pre-arrival processing Partially implemented
Post-clearance audits Planning stage
Separation of Release from final determination of customs duties, taxes, fees and charges Partially implemented
Establishment and publication of average release times Fully implemented
TF measures for authorized operators Partially implemented
Expedited shipments Not implemented
Acceptance of copies of original supporting documents required for import, export or transit formalities Fully 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 Partially implemented
Government agencies delegating border controls to Customs authorities Not implemented
Alignment of working days and hours with neighbouring countries at border crossings* Not available
Alignment of formalities and procedures with neighbouring countries at border crossings* Not available
*) 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 Partially implemented
Electronic Single Window System Partially 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* Fully 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 Not implemented
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 Partially implemented
Electronic exchange of Customs Declaration Not implemented
Electronic exchange of Certificate of Origin Partially implemented
Electronic exchange of Sanitary & Phyto-Sanitary Certificate Fully implemented
Paperless collection of payment from a documentary letter of credit Planning stage
*) 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* Partially implemented
Supporting pre-arrival processing for transit facilitation* Partially implemented
Cooperation between agencies of countries involved in transit* Not 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* Not implemented
SMEs access Single Window* Fully implemented
SMEs in National Trade Facilitation Committee* Partially implemented
Other special measures for SMEs* Not implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Agricultural Trade Facilitation

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

Women in Trade Facilitation

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

Trade Finance Facilitation

Single window facilitates traders access to finance* Partially implemented
Authorities engaged in blockchain-based supply chain project covering trade finance* Not implemented
Variety of trade finance services available* Fully implemented
*) 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* Not implemented
Online publication of emergency TF measures* Partially implemented
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* Partially 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* Not implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.
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Major
Ladder

Trade facilitation score of 41.94% (2021)
Transparency: 53.33%; Formalities: 45.83%; Institutional Arrangement and Cooperation: 33.33%; Paperless Trade: 55.56%; Cross-Border Paperless Trade: 11.11%.

Transparency

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

Formalities

Risk management Partially implemented
Pre-arrival processing Partially implemented
Post-clearance audits Planning stage
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 Planning stage
Expedited shipments Not implemented
Acceptance of copies of original supporting documents required for import, export or transit formalities Fully 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 Not implemented
Government agencies delegating border controls to Customs authorities Not implemented
Alignment of working days and hours with neighbouring countries at border crossings* Not available
Alignment of formalities and procedures with neighbouring countries at border crossings* Not available
*) 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 Partially implemented
Electronic Single Window System Partially implemented
Electronic submission of Customs declarations Partially implemented
Electronic application and issuance of import and export permit Partially implemented
Electronic Submission of Sea Cargo Manifests* Fully implemented
Electronic Submission of Air Cargo Manifests Partially implemented
Electronic application and issuance of Preferential Certificate of Origin Partially implemented
E-Payment of Customs Duties and Fees Not implemented
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 Not implemented
Electronic exchange of Customs Declaration Not implemented
Electronic exchange of Certificate of Origin Not implemented
Electronic exchange of Sanitary & Phyto-Sanitary Certificate Not implemented
Paperless collection of payment from a documentary letter of credit Not implemented
*) 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* Partially implemented
Supporting pre-arrival processing for transit facilitation* Partially implemented
Cooperation between agencies of countries involved in transit* Not 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* Not implemented
SMEs access Single Window* Partially implemented
SMEs in National Trade Facilitation Committee* Partially implemented
Other special measures for SMEs* Not implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Agricultural Trade Facilitation

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

Women in Trade Facilitation

TF policy/strategy to increase women’s participation in trade* Not implemented
TF measures to benefit women involved in trade* Not implemented
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* 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 41.94% (2019)
Transparency: 53.33%; Formalities: 45.83%; Institutional Arrangement and Cooperation: 33.33%; Paperless Trade: 55.56%; Cross-Border Paperless Trade: 11.11%.

Transparency

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

Formalities

Risk management Partially implemented
Pre-arrival processing Partially implemented
Post-clearance audits Planning stage
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 Planning stage
Expedited shipments Not implemented
Acceptance of copies of original supporting documents required for import, export or transit formalities Fully 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 Not implemented
Government agencies delegating controls to Customs authorities Not implemented
Alignment of working days and hours with neighbouring countries at border crossings* Not available
Alignment of formalities and procedures with neighbouring countries at border crossings* Not available
*) 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 Partially implemented
Electronic Single Window System Partially implemented
Electronic submission of Customs declarations Partially implemented
Electronic application and issuance of import and export permit Partially implemented
Electronic Submission of Sea Cargo Manifests* Fully implemented
Electronic Submission of Air Cargo Manifests Partially implemented
Electronic application and issuance of Preferential Certificate of Origin Partially implemented
E-Payment of Customs Duties and Fees Not implemented
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 Not implemented
Electronic exchange of Customs Declaration Not implemented
Electronic exchange of Certificate of Origin Not implemented
Electronic exchange of Sanitary & Phyto-Sanitary Certificate Not implemented
Paperless collection of payment from a documentary letter of credit Not implemented
*) 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* Partially implemented
Supporting pre-arrival processing for transit facilitation* Partially implemented
Cooperation between agencies of countries involved in transit* Not 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* Not implemented
SMEs access Single Window* Partially implemented
SMEs in National Trade Facilitation Committee* Partially implemented
Other special measures for SMEs* Not implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Agricultural Trade Facilitation

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

Women in Trade Facilitation

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

Trade Finance Facilitation

Single window facilitates traders to access to finance* Not available
Banks allow electronic exchange of data between trading partners* Not available
Variety of trade finance services available* Not available
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.
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Trade facilitation score of 38.71% (2017)
Transparency: 46.67%; Formalities: 37.5%; Institutional Arrangement and Cooperation: 33.33%; Paperless Trade: 55.56%; Cross-Border Paperless Trade: 11.11%.

Transparency

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

Formalities

Risk management Partially implemented
Pre-arrival processing Partially implemented
Post-clearance audit Not 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 Not implemented
Expedited shipments Not implemented
Acceptance of paper or electronic copies of supporting documents required for import, export or transit formalities Fully 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 Not implemented
Government agencies delegating controls to Customs authorities Not implemented
Alignment of working days and hours with neighbouring countries at border crossings* Not available
Alignment of formalities and procedures with neighbouring countries at border crossings* Not available
*) 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 Partially implemented
Electronic Single Window System Partially implemented
Electronic submission of Customs declarations Partially implemented
Electronic Application and Issuance of import and export permit, if such permit is required Partially implemented
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 Partially implemented
E-Payment of Customs Duties and Fees Not implemented
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 Not implemented
Engagement in trade-related cross-border electronic data exchange Not 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 Not implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Transit Facilitation

Transit facilitation agreement(s) with neighbouring country(ies)* Not available
Customs Authorities limit the physical inspections of transit goods and use risk assessment* Not available
Supporting pre-arrival processing for transit facilitation* Not available
Cooperation between agencies of countries involved in transit* Not available
*) 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* Partially implemented
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.)* Partially implemented
Government has taken actions to ensure that SMEs are well represented and made key members of National Trade Facilitation Committees (NTFCs)* Partially implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Agricultural Trade Facilitation

Testing and laboratory facilities are equipped for compliance with sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) standards in your country* Not implemented
National standards and accreditation bodies are established for the purpose of compliance with SPS standards in your country* Not implemented
Application, verification and issuance of SPS certificates is automated* Not implemented
*) 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* Not implemented
Government has introduced trade facilitation measures to benefit women involved in trade* Not implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.
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Trade facilitation score of 34.41% (2015)
Transparency: 33.33%; Formalities: 37.5%; Institutional Arrangement and Cooperation: 11.11%; Paperless Trade: 55.56%; Cross-Border Paperless Trade: 11.11%.

Transparency

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

Formalities

Risk management Partially implemented
Pre-arrival processing Partially implemented
Post-clearance audit Not 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 Not implemented
Expedited shipments Not implemented
Acceptance of paper or electronic copies of supporting documents required for import, export or transit formalities Fully implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Institutional Arrangement and Cooperation

National Trade Facilitation Committee Planning stage
National legislative framework and institutional arrangement are available to ensure border agencies to cooperate with each other Not implemented
Government agencies delegating controls to Customs authorities Not implemented
Alignment of working days and hours with neighbouring countries at border crossings* Not available
Alignment of formalities and procedures with neighbouring countries at border crossings* Not available
*) 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 Partially implemented
Electronic Single Window System Partially implemented
Electronic submission of Customs declarations Partially implemented
Electronic Application and Issuance of import and export permit, if such permit is required Partially implemented
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 Partially implemented
E-Payment of Customs Duties and Fees Not implemented
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 Not implemented
Engagement in trade-related cross-border electronic data exchange Not 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 Not implemented
*) Not included in calculation of the trade facilitation score.

Transit Facilitation

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