ASYCUDA World Rolls Out...

An upgraded Customs Data Management System that Uganda Revenue Authority successfully piloted in Jinja during November 2012 is to be rolled out to the rest of the country. It is a web-based system, which allows traders to submit their declarations from anywhere on earth, among many other advantages. ASYCUDA World now moves to Entebbe in April 2013, according to Joseph M. Mwangala, Project Manager of the Customs Business Enhancement Project. In May, it will be rolled out to Busia/ Malaba and then back to Customs Business Centre (CBC Nakawa, Kampala) the following month. Tech-savvy businessmen can follow the process of their goods clearance electronically using the internet or mobile phones. There will be no need to carry heavy files but URA-licensed clearing agents can help guide importers and other taxpayers whenever they don’t understand certain technical terms. Agents will simply scan their documents and email them. This will minimize long queues at CBC and delayed clearance. For further inquiries, call 0800117000, a toll-free line or visit www.ura.go.ug!