How Ghana’s customs clearance process works – Revenue Officer explains
Senior Revenue Officer at Office of the Systems Administrator at Tema Collection Dennis Kese Antwi-Asante has explained the normal procedures involved in clearing goods through Ghana’s customs system, highlighting the roles of importers, customs officials and clearing agents.
Dennis Kese Antwi-Asante, a Senior Revenue Officer at the Tema Collection, provided insights into the customs clearance process in Ghana during an interview on JoyFM Super Morning Show. He outlined the key steps involved, beginning with the importer's declaration of goods and submission of necessary documentation to the customs authorities.
Once the declaration is received, customs processes it and generates an assessment based on the applicable duties and taxes. This assessment evaluates the costs associated with importing the goods, including any required fees.
Antwi-Asante emphasized that customs transactions are typically handled through licensed agents or freight forwarders who act on behalf of the importers. When an agent submits a declaration, it is referred to as a bill of entry, which undergoes vetting by customs. Following the vetting process, an assessment is generated, determining the total duties and taxes applicable to the imported goods.
The agent representing the importer has the authority to accept or reject the assessment generated by customs, depending on the specific circumstances of the declaration.
The officer highlighted the importance of providing accurate documentation and adhering to prescribed customs procedures to facilitate a smooth clearance process.
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