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policy & requirement on importation of Car part for Personal use

Requested from BOC by J. Montalla at 03:43 PM on Mar 09, 2023.
Purpose: For reference only
Date of Coverage: 03/08/2023 - 03/09/2023
Tracking no: #BOC-380860273361

Montalla 03:43 PM, Mar 09, 2023 

i would like to ask the policy and requirement on importation  of car parts from Thailand to Philippines for personal use only. Can i buy car parts from Thailand and bring to Philippines with me?

Officer 09:39 AM, Mar 10, 2023 

March 10, 2023

Dear Jonard Montalla,

Greetings!

Thank you for your request dated Mar 09, 2023 03:43:47 PM under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch.

Your Request

You asked for policy & requirement on importation of Car part for Personal use.

Response to Request

The importation of used parts of automobiles/motorcycles is regulated. A Certificate of Authority to Import (CAI) must be secured from the DTI-Fair Trade Enforcement Bureau (FTEB) prior importation. For queries regarding the process/requirements in securing a CAI, please communicate directly with the FTEB-Import Regulation Division. You may reach them through their contact number, (+632) 403-1417, or email address at fteb_ird@dti.gov.ph.

NOTE: Imported used automobile/motorcycle parts must be for replacement purposes only. Otherwise, importation is not allowed.

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Thank you.

Respectfully,

FOI Receiving Officer
FOI Receiving Officer

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