1- What is an import declaration (ID) used for ?
The customs import declaration enables the importer to confirm his/her/its intention to import goods.
2- What is the role of a single window ?
The role of a single window is to simplify import and export procedures, reduce costs and delays through the physical and/or electronic grouping of all stakeholders.
3- How to obtain the e-FORCE codes for access to the e-GUCE (Single window) platform?
An application for opening an account to carry out transactions on the e-GUCE platform must be sent by mail to GUCE (Single Window for External Trade Transactions). The user is informed by mail of the allocation of an account including the username and password.
4- Cameroonian regulations provide for goods import and export controls. What types of controls are they ?
Products intended for import or export are subject to customs control and technical controls.
5- Which authority is entitled to issue export declaration in Cameroon ?
The export declaration is obtained from the Société Générale de Surveillance (SGS), which receives the export application, at least 72 hours prior to shipment. The SGS is also responsible for forwarding the copies to the exporter's bank and the administrations concerned.
6- What is the point of having an import declaration (ID) or export declaration ?
This declaration is required for the purposes of inspection, control or issuance of certificate of origin statistics, particularly for exports.
7- What are the preconditions for carrying out external trade activities?
- enter his/her/its name in the the register of importers and exporters ;
- obtain an import or export declaration.
8- What advantage is there in the free external trade system ?
The regime of freedom of foreign trade contributes to the vision of our country to step up its economic growth and improve on the business climate. Besides, while enhancing access to foreign markets, it adds to the attractiveness of Cameroon through foreign direct investment. This implies an increase in turnover and economic efficiency.
