Shippers Academy Colombo workshop on entry framing and ASYCUDA system

Customs declaration is done through a process called entry framing. This is done for exports, imports and for transshipment for all cargo that is shipped through Sri Lanka. Exporters, freight forwarders, clearing agents, shipping lines, importers all should have a sound knowledge and an understanding when submitting details to the Customs through the declaration of Customs entry.

Today, the 54-caged document is electronically transmitted to the automated Customs system known as ASYCUDA World. Although it seems straight forward the information that should be filled in the 54 cages can be a major point where mistakes can occur and as a result delays and costs are a common occurrence that is reported by the Customs. People who engage in the digital data processing era must be trained with an understanding of each information set, maybe a description, a HS code or ship details as required by the CUSDEC when filling the respective data. 

The Shippers’ Academy Colombo designed course with SLC is to develop the skills of senior and executive staff to be knowledgeable on the process of operating the ASYCUDA World and accurate submissions of information of speedy cargo clearance and to train on filling the 54 cages without error. If the tools are used properly the efficiency of companies can be increased by reducing unnecessary errors.

The half day workshop will be conducted by a senior officer of the ICT division of Sri Lanka Customs. The program will be held on Tuesday, 30 May, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Sri Lanka Foundation, Colombo 7. More information can be obtained through Shippers’ Academy Colombo, Tel: 0773820703/ 0113560844 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.shippersacademy.lk.