Quiz 2 (Sec.103, 206, & 207)

• What is the section number that discusses when importation begins and is deemed terminated?

  Sec. 103
• When does importation begin according to Sec. 103?

  When the carrying vessel or aircraft enters the Philippine territory with the intention to unload
• If a foreign vessel arrives in Manila Bay with goods, what must it intend to do for importation to begin?

  It must intend to unload the goods
• What is an example of a vessel mentioned in the study material?

  M/V Ocean Breeze
• What signifies that importation is deemed terminated?

  When the duties, taxes, and other charges due upon the goods have been paid or secured to be paid
• If an importer pays the correct amount for a shipment, what does this indicate about the importation?

  It indicates that importation is terminated
• Under what condition can goods be considered free from duties, taxes, and other charges?

  When legal permit for withdrawal has been granted
• How many Customs Districts can the Philippines be divided into?

  As many as necessary
• Who has the authority to change the limits of Customs Districts?

  The Commissioner, with the approval of the Secretary of Finance
• Who supervises each Customs District?

  One District Collector
• What role does a Deputy District Collector play in a Customs District?

  They assist the District Collector as necessary
• What section discusses Customs Districts?

  Sec. 206
• What is the role of a District Collector at ports of entry?

  To supervise and control the port of entry
• What section discusses Ports of Entry?

  Sec. 207
• What is the relationship between ports of entry and Customs Districts?

  All ports of entry shall be under the supervision and control of a Customs District
• Who is assigned to principal ports of entry?

  A District Collector
• What type of ports may have a Deputy District Collector assigned to them?

  Other types of ports of entry
• What are the key topics covered in the study material?

  • Sec. 103 – When Importation begins and deemed terminated
  • Sec. 206 - Customs Districts
  • Sec. 207 - Ports of Entry