What is the Philippine National Single Window?

The Philippines National Single Window (NSW) will facilitate trade through efficiencies in the Customs and authorization processes. Strongly supported by the Office of the President and mandated to be implemented via Executive Order 482, the NSW will allow single submission and accelerated processing of applications for licenses, permits and other authorizations required prior to undertaking a trade transaction.

During Phase One preparations will be undertaken for the: Setup and installation of network interconnections for all 40 Agencies; Installation of VOIP system and email for all 40 agencies; Setup and configuration of the National Single Window for nominated agencies.

Implementation will be undertaken of selective systems: Nomination of license, permit, or clearance in each of the 10 agencies; Orientation and user training for the nominated personnel from the 10 agencies and selected broker/traders.

Leadership and demonstrated commitment from Cabinet Members, Secretaries and Heads of Department is essential for the successful implementation of this project. The President has demonstrated her sponsorship of the NSW on many occasions and has a strong personal interest in seeing a successful showcase of the NSW within Phase 1 of the project.

The project will be supported by an expert Project Implementation Team from Crown Agents who recognise that the technology is only part of the solution. The Project Team will bring the larger business transformation process and experience necessary to help upgrade each agencies capabilities, streamline their business processes and deliver sustainability through knowledge transfer.