Import Application


Frequently Asked Questions

Online Process

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Checklist of Requirements

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  1. Application form with affidavit of undertaking.
  2. Original and photocopy of Proforma Invoice.
  3. Photocopy of Certificate of Accrediatation as a Rebuilding Center (for first importation only).
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  1. Application form with affidavit of undertaking.
  2. Original and photocopy of Proforma Invoice.
  3. Business Name if Single Proprietorship or SEC if corporation (for new applicants).
  4. Certificate of Roadworthiness and Emission Complicance (CEC) from country of origin duly authenticated by the Philippine Embassy abroad for none-members of the Apostille Convention or apostillized by the competent authority of Apostille-contracting countries, whichever is applicable (under CAA RA 8749).
  5. Picture of the motor vehicle.
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  1. Application form with affidavit of undertaking.
  2. Original and photocopy of Proforma Invoice.
  3. Business Name if Single Proprietorship/Partnership or SEC if corporation (for new applicants).
  4. In appropriate cases, applicant may be required to submit a brochure or any pertinent literature to describe the parts to be imported
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  1. Basic Requirements
      For the Importer
      • Philippines passwport for the Philippine citizens showing that the applicant has resided abroad for at least (1) year (accumulated for the last 3 years from the date of filing of the application).
      • Immigrants holding 13G or 13A Visa or Dual Citizens.
      • SRR Visa Holder under the Philippine Retirement Act.
      • 47 (a)(2) Visa Holder under the Balik-Scientist Program.

      For the Motor Vehicle
      • Left Hand Drive.
      • Not to exceed 3,000Kgs GVW.
      • Registered under the name of qualified importer for at least six (6) months prior to the submission of the application. Co-owner to submit Affidavit of Waiver.
      • Certificate of Roadworthiness and Emission Compliance (CEC) from country of origin uly authenticated by the Philippine Embassy abroad for non-members of the Apostille Convention or apostilized by the competent authority of Apostille-contracting countries, whichever is applicable (under CAA RA 8749).

  2. Documentary Requirements
    1. Completely filled-out and notarized FTEB application.
    2. Completely filled-out notarized affidavit of Undertaking.
    3. 1 copy of 2x2 picture with signature.
    4. Picture of motor vehicle.
    5. Original or authenthicated copy of Car Title or Registration with English translation if necessary.

  3. Additional Requirements
    1. Philippine Passport Holders - Original or authenticated copy of pages with entries of both old and new passport.
    2. Dual Citizens
      1. Original or authenticated copy of Philippine and Foreign Passport.
      2. Original or authenticated copy of Identification Certificate or Oath of allegiance issued by the Bureau of Immigration or Philippine Consulate/ Embassy in-lieu of a Philippine passport.
    3. Foreign Passport Holders (13A and 13G visa Holders)
      1. Original or authenticated copy of passport, stamped with valid 13A and 13G Visa.
      2. Immigrant Card (I-card).
    4. Foreigners Under the Philippines Retirement Act (PRA) (SRR Visa) - Original or authenticated copy of passport stamped with a valid SRR Visa.
    5. Filipinos/Foreigners of Filipino Descent under the Balik-Scientist Program (47A2 Visa) - Original or authenticated copy of passport stamped with valid 47A2 Visa.

  4. Note
    1. Authentication is required when original documents cannot be presented, unless expressly stated.
    2. Non-original documents shall be authenticated by the Philippine Consulate/ Embassy abroad.
    3. Certificate of car title or registration from UAE shall be authenticated by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) and consequently certified by the Philippine Consulate/Embassy abroad.
    4. Importation of motor vehicle is subject to payment of taxes and duties.
    5. Personal appearance of applicant at the FTEB is required prior to the release of the motor vehicle from the Bureau of Customs (BOC).
    6. Only one vehicle shall be allowed per family (composed of the husband, wife and unemancipated minor children) and can avail of the program only once (under Part II Sec. 3, par d 3 of the guidelines of EO 156 as amended by EO 887-A.
    7. There shall be no resale of the motor vehicle for three years (under EO 156 as amended by EO 877-A)
    8. Must file within two years of arrival.
    9. Submit to the FTEB the above-mentioned requirements for evaluation and subsequent issuance of an authority to import if found qualified.
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  1. Individual - Foreign
    1. Basic Requirements
      1. Importer
        • Officials of the Diplomatic Corps and International Organization
      2. Motor Vehicle
        • Left Hand Drive.
        • Registered under the name of the qualified importer. Co-owner to submit Affidavit of Waiver.
        • Certificate of Roadworthiness and Emission Compliance (CEC) from country of origin duly authenthicated by the Philippine Embassy abroad for non-members of the Apostille Convention or apostillized by the competent authority of Apostille-contracting coutries, whichever is applicable (under CAA, RA 8749).
    2. Documentary Requirements
      1. Completely filled-out DTI-FTEB Application Form and notarized Affidavit of Undertaking.
      2. 1 copy of 2x2 picture with signature.
      3. Photocopy of passport.
      4. Picture of the motor vehicle.
      5. Copy of Car Title or Registration with English translation if necessary.
      6. Processing fee of One Thousand Five Hundred Pesos (Php 1,500.00) for cars and Nine Hundred Pesos (Php 900.00) for motorcycle.
      7. Documentary Stamp Tax Fee - Php 30.00 / application.
      8. Certification from Department of Foreign affairs (DFA) as a member of Diplomatic Corps and authorization to import used motor vehicle.

  2. Individual - DFA
    1. Basic Requirements
      1. Importer
        • DFA Officers and Employees under R.A.7157
      2. Motor Vehicle
        • Left Hand Drive.
        • Registered under the name of the qualified importer. Co-owner to submit Affidavit of Waiver.
        • Certificate of Roadworthiness and Emission Compliance (CEC) from country of origin duly authenthicated by the Philippine Embassy abroad for non-members of the Apostille Convention or apostillized by the competent authority of Apostille-contracting coutries, whichever is applicable (under CAA, RA 8749).
    2. Documentary Requirements
      1. Completely filled-out DTI-FTEB Application Form and notarized Affidavit of Undertaking.
      2. 1 copy of 2x2 picture with signature.
      3. Photocopy of passport.
      4. Picture of the motor vehicle.
      5. Copy of Car Title or Registration with English translation if necessary.
      6. Processing fee of One Thousand Five Hundred Pesos (Php 1,500.00) for cars and Nine Hundred Pesos (Php 900.00) for motorcycle.
      7. Documentary Stamp Tax Fee - Php 30.00 / application.
      8. Certification from Department of Foreign affairs (DFA) confirming that the importer is a member of the Philippine Foreign Service returning to the Philippines after official assignment abroad and authorization to import used motor vehicle acquired in the country of posting.

  3. Embassy/ International Organization
    1. Basic Requirements
      1. Importer
        • Diplomatic and Consular Missions (DMs) and International Organizations (IOs)
      2. Motor Vehicle
        • Left Hand Drive.
        • Certificate of Roadworthiness and Emission Compliance (CEC) from country of origin duly authenthicated by the Philippine Embassy abroad for non-members of the Apostille Convention or apostillized by the competent authority of Apostille-contracting coutries, whichever is applicable (under CAA, RA 8749).
    2. Documentary Requirements
      1. Completely filled-out DTI-FTEB Application Form and notarized Affidavit of Undertaking.
      2. Certification from Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) that the particular DM/IO is authorized to import used motor vehicle for the use of officials of the Diplomatic Corps or International Organization. (Details of the motor vehicle such as brand/make, model and vehicle identification number must be included/reflected in the certification)
      3. Picture of the motor vehicle.
      4. Processing fee of One Thousand Five Hundred Pesos (Php 1,500.00) for cars and Nine Hundred Pesos (Php 900.00) for motorcycle.
      5. Documentary Stamp Tax Fee - Php 30.00 / application.
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  1. Application form with affidavit of undertaking.
  2. Original and certified photocopy of Proforma Invoice
  3. Certificate of Emission Compliance (CEC) and Certificate of Roadworthiness from country of origin duly authenthicated by the Philippine Embassy abroad (for motor vehicles only).
  4. Liquidation of previous Authority to Import if any/ Certificate of First Importation.
  5. Board Resolution (original & certified true copy w/ dry seal) for Local Government Unit (LGU) only indicating all items to be imported.
  6. Notice of Award, Abstract of Bids, if through public bidding.
  7. Sole distributorship/manufacturer certificate of non-public bidding.
  8. Brochure and other documents (if needed).
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  1. For Donee/Consignee
    1. Application form with affidavitof undertaking.
    2. Letter request for importation.
    3. Sangguniang Panlalawigan, Sangguniang Panglungsod or Sangguniang Bayan Resolution accepting the donation (original and certified true copy with dry seal of the City/Municipal/Province).
  2. For Donor/Supplier
    • Authenticated DEED OF DONATION by the nearest Philippine Consulate abroad (original and photocopy).

Instructional Video

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