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TN/TF/W/143/ Rev.7September 2014
Preparatory Committee on Trade Facilitation / Original: English
WTO TRADE FACILITATION agreement
SELF ASSESSMENT GUIDE
CHARTS FOR
WORKING GROUP 1
(NOTE: These annexes have been extracted from the official document for ease of use in national needs assessments)
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Article 1.1 Publication
I. Situational/Gap Analysis
Describe Your Current Situation / Barriers(Give Reasons for non-compliance) / Actions/Resources Required & Cost
(Number the Actions) / TACB Resources Needed
(Specify Action Number) /
A. Policy/Legal Framework: / 1.
B. Procedures: / 1.
C. Institutional Framework: / 1.
D. Human Resources/Training: / 1.
E. Communication/Information Technology: / 1.
F. Equipment & Infrastructure: / 1.
G. Other Issues to Note[1]: / 1.
II. Questionnaire
1. Do you comply with this measure?
Fully: Substantially: Partially: No: Not Applicable:__
2. You expect to implement this measure by:
Category A (by date of entry into force):_____ Category B (with extra time):_____ Category C (with extra time and technical assistance): _____
3. If Category B or C approximately how much time will you need to implement?
6 Months: 1 Year: 3 Years: 5 Years: Other (Specify):______
4. Identify technical assistance projects/agencies that have, or are, helping you implement this measure:
5. Lead agency or organization and other stakeholders that would be responsible for implementation of this measure:
6. Stakeholders not participating in assessment of this measure that should be consulted:
7. National Priority Level (For implementation):
High: Medium: Low: None: __ Explain:
8. Issues to note:
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ARTICLE 1.2 INFORMATION AVAILABLE THROUGH INTERNET
I. Situational/Gap Analysis
Describe Your Current Situation / Barriers(Give Reasons for non-compliance) / Actions/Resources Required & Cost
(Number the Actions) / TACB Resources Needed
(Specify Action Number) /
A. Policy/Legal Framework: / 1.
B. Procedures: / 1.
C. Institutional Framework: / 1.
D. Human Resources/Training: / 1.
E. Communication/Information Technology: / 1.
F. Equipment & Infrastructure: / 1.
G. Other Issues to Note[2]: / 1.
II. Questionnaire
1. Do you comply with this measure?
Fully: Substantially: Partially: No: Not Applicable:__
2. You expect to implement this measure by:
Category A (by date of entry into force):_____ Category B (with extra time):_____ Category C (with extra time and technical assistance): _____
3. If Category B or C approximately how much time will you need to implement?
6 Months: 1 Year: 3 Years: 5 Years: Other (Specify):______
4. Identify technical assistance projects/agencies that have, or are, helping you implement this measure:
5. Lead agency or organization and other stakeholders that would be responsible for implementation of this measure:
6. Stakeholders not participating in assessment of this measure that should be consulted:
7. National Priority Level (For implementation):
High: Medium: Low: None: __ Explain:
8. Issues to note:
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ARTICLE 1.3 ENQUIRY POINTS
I. Situational/Gap Analysis
Describe Your Current Situation / Barriers(Give Reasons for non-compliance) / Actions/Resources Required & Cost
(Number the Actions) / TACB Resources Needed
(Specify Action Number) /
A. Policy/Legal Framework: / 1.
B. Procedures: / 1.
C. Institutional Framework: / 1.
D. Human Resources/Training: / 1.
E. Communication/Information Technology: / 1.
F. Equipment & Infrastructure: / 1.
G. Other Issues to Note[3]: / 1.
II. Questionnaire
1. Do you comply with this measure?
Fully: Substantially: Partially: No: Not Applicable:__
2. You expect to implement this measure by:
Category A (by date of entry into force):_____ Category B (with extra time):_____ Category C (with extra time and technical assistance): _____
3. If Category B or C approximately how much time will you need to implement?
6 Months: 1 Year: 3 Years: 5 Years: Other (Specify):______
4. Identify technical assistance projects/agencies that have, or are, helping you implement this measure:
5. Lead agency or organization and other stakeholders that would be responsible for implementation of this measure:
6. Stakeholders not participating in assessment of this measure that should be consulted:
7. National Priority Level (For implementation):
High: Medium: Low: None: __ Explain:
8. Issues to note:
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ARTICLE 1.4 NOTIFICATION
I. Situational/Gap Analysis
Describe Your Current Situation / Barriers(Give Reasons for non-compliance) / Actions/Resources Required & Cost
(Number the Actions) / TACB Resources Needed
(Specify Action Number) /
A. Policy/Legal Framework: / 1.
B. Procedures: / 1.
C. Institutional Framework: / 1.
D. Human Resources/Training: / 1.
E. Communication/Information Technology: / 1.
F. Equipment & Infrastructure: / 1.
G. Other Issues to Note[4]: / 1.
II. Questionnaire
1. Do you comply with this measure?
Fully: Substantially: Partially: No: Not Applicable:__
2. You expect to implement this measure by:
Category A (by date of entry into force):_____ Category B (with extra time):_____ Category C (with extra time and technical assistance): _____
3. If Category B or C approximately how much time will you need to implement?
6 Months: 1 Year: 3 Years: 5 Years: Other (Specify):______
4. Identify technical assistance projects/agencies that have, or are, helping you implement this measure:
5. Lead agency or organization and other stakeholders that would be responsible for implementation of this measure:
6. Stakeholders not participating in assessment of this measure that should be consulted:
7. National Priority Level (For implementation):
High: Medium: Low: None: __ Explain:
8. Issues to note:
ARTICLE 2.1 OPPORTUNITY TO COMMENT AND INFORMATION BEFORE ENTRY INTO FORCE
I. Situational/Gap Analysis
Describe Your Current Situation / Barriers(Give Reasons for non-compliance) / Actions/Resources Required & Cost
(Number the Actions) / TACB Resources Needed
(Specify Action Number)
A. Policy/Legal Framework: / 1.
B. Procedures: / 1.
C. Institutional Framework: / 1.
D. Human Resources/Training: / 1.
E. Communication/Information Technology: / 1.
F. Equipment & Infrastructure: / 1.
G. Other Issues to Note[5]: / 1.
II. Questionnaire
1. Do you comply with this measure?
Fully: Substantially: Partially: No: Not Applicable:__
2. You expect to implement this measure by:
Category A (by date of entry into force):_____ Category B (with extra time):_____ Category C (with extra time and technical assistance): _____
3. If Category B or C approximately how much time will you need to implement?
6 Months: 1 Year: 3 Years: 5 Years: Other (Specify):______
4. Identify technical assistance projects/agencies that have, or are, helping you implement this measure:
5. Lead agency or organization and other stakeholders that would be responsible for implementation of this measure:
6. Stakeholders not participating in assessment of this measure that should be consulted:
7. National Priority Level (For implementation):
High: Medium: Low: None: __ Explain:
8. Issues to note:
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ARTICLE 2.2 CONSULTATIONS
I. Situational/Gap Analysis
Describe Your Current Situation / Barriers(Give Reasons for non-compliance) / Actions/Resources Required & Cost
(Number the Actions) / TACB Resources Needed
(Specify Action Number) /
A. Policy/Legal Framework: / 1.
B. Procedures: / 1.
C. Institutional Framework: / 1.
D. Human Resources/Training: / 1.
E. Communication/Information Technology: / 1.
F. Equipment & Infrastructure: / 1.
G. Other Issues to Note[6]: / 1.
II. Questionnaire
1. Do you comply with this measure?
Fully: Substantially: Partially: No: Not Applicable:__
2. You expect to implement this measure by:
Category A (by date of entry into force):_____ Category B (with extra time):_____ Category C (with extra time and technical assistance): _____
3. If Category B or C approximately how much time will you need to implement?
6 Months: 1 Year: 3 Years: 5 Years: Other (Specify):______
4. Identify technical assistance projects/agencies that have, or are, helping you implement this measure:
5. Lead agency or organization and other stakeholders that would be responsible for implementation of this measure:
6. Stakeholders not participating in assessment of this measure that should be consulted:
7. National Priority Level (For implementation):
High: Medium: Low: None: __ Explain:
8. Issues to note:
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ARTICLE 4: PROCEDURES FOR APPEAL OR REVIEW
I. Situational/Gap Analysis
Describe Your Current Situation / Barriers(Give Reasons for non-compliance) / Actions/Resources Required & Cost
(Number the Actions) / TACB Resources Needed
(Specify Action Number) /
A. Policy/Legal Framework: / 1.
B. Procedures: / 1.
C. Institutional Framework: / 1.
D. Human Resources/Training: / 1.
E. Communication/Information Technology: / 1.
F. Equipment & Infrastructure: / 1.
G. Other Issues to Note[7]: / 1.
II. Questionnaire
1. Do you comply with this measure?
Fully: Substantially: Partially: No: Not Applicable:__
2. You expect to implement this measure by:
Category A (by date of entry into force):_____ Category B (with extra time):_____ Category C (with extra time and technical assistance): _____
3. If Category B or C approximately how much time will you need to implement?
6 Months: 1 Year: 3 Years: 5 Years: Other (Specify):______
4. Identify technical assistance projects/agencies that have, or are, helping you implement this measure:
5. Lead agency or organization and other stakeholders that would be responsible for implementation of this measure:
6. Stakeholders not participating in assessment of this measure that should be consulted:
7. National Priority Level (For implementation):
High: Medium: Low: None: __ Explain:
8. Issues to note:
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ARTICLE 6.1 GENERAL DISCIPLINES ON FEES AND CHARGES IMPOSED ON OR IN CONNECTION WITH IMPORTATION AND EXPORTATION
I. Situational/Gap Analysis
Describe Your Current Situation / Barriers(Give Reasons for non-compliance) / Actions/Resources Required & Cost
(Number the Actions) / TACB Resources Needed
(Specify Action Number)
A. Policy/Legal Framework: / 1.
B. Procedures: / 1.
C. Institutional Framework: / 1.
D. Human Resources/Training: / 1.
E. Communication/Information Technology: / 1.
F. Equipment & Infrastructure: / 1.
G. Other Issues to Note[8]: / 1.
II. Questionnaire
1. Do you comply with this measure?
Fully: Substantially: Partially: No: Not Applicable:__
2. You expect to implement this measure by:
Category A (by date of entry into force):_____ Category B (with extra time):_____ Category C (with extra time and technical assistance): _____
3. If Category B or C approximately how much time will you need to implement?
6 Months: 1 Year: 3 Years: 5 Years: Other (Specify):______
4. Identify technical assistance projects/agencies that have, or are, helping you implement this measure:
5. Lead agency or organization and other stakeholders that would be responsible for implementation of this measure:
6. Stakeholders not participating in assessment of this measure that should be consulted:
7. National Priority Level (For implementation):
High: Medium: Low: None: __ Explain:
8. Issues to note:
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ARTICLE 6.2 SPECIFIC DISCIPLINES ON FEES AND CHARGES FOR CUSTOMS PROCESSING IMPOSED ON OR IN CONNECTION WITH IMPORTATION AND EXPORTATION
I. Situational/Gap Analysis
Describe Your Current Situation / Barriers(Give Reasons for non-compliance) / Actions/Resources Required & Cost
(Number the Actions) / TACB Resources Needed
(Specify Action Number)
A. Policy/Legal Framework: / 1.
B. Procedures: / 1.
C. Institutional Framework: / 1.
D. Human Resources/Training: / 1.
E. Communication/Information Technology: / 1.
F. Equipment & Infrastructure: / 1.
G. Other Issues to Note[9]: / 1.
II. Questionnaire
9. Do you comply with this measure?
Fully: Substantially: Partially: No: Not Applicable:__
10. You expect to implement this measure by:
Category A (by date of entry into force):_____ Category B (with extra time):_____ Category C (with extra time and technical assistance): _____
11. If Category B or C approximately how much time will you need to implement?
6 Months: 1 Year: 3 Years: 5 Years: Other (Specify):______
12. Identify technical assistance projects/agencies that have, or are, helping you implement this measure:
13. Lead agency or organization and other stakeholders that would be responsible for implementation of this measure:
14. Stakeholders not participating in assessment of this measure that should be consulted:
15. National Priority Level (For implementation):
High: Medium: Low: None: __ Explain:
16. Issues to note (any comments or recommendations for negotiators, etc.):
ARTICLE 10.1 FORMALITIES AND DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS
I. Situational/Gap Analysis
Describe Your Current Situation / Barriers(Give Reasons for non-compliance) / Actions/Resources Required & Cost
(Number the Actions) / TACB Resources Needed
(Specify Action Number) /
A. Policy/Legal Framework: / 1.
B. Procedures: / 1.
C. Institutional Framework: / 1.
D. Human Resources/Training: / 1.
E. Communication/Information Technology: / 1.
F. Equipment & Infrastructure: / 1.
G. Other Issues to Note[10]: / 1.
II. Questionnaire
1. Do you comply with this measure?
Fully: Substantially: Partially: No: Not Applicable:__
2. You expect to implement this measure by:
Category A (by date of entry into force):_____ Category B (with extra time):_____ Category C (with extra time and technical assistance): _____
3. If Category B or C approximately how much time will you need to implement?
6 Months: 1 Year: 3 Years: 5 Years: Other (Specify):______
4. Identify technical assistance projects/agencies that have, or are, helping you implement this measure:
5. Lead agency or organization and other stakeholders that would be responsible for implementation of this measure:
6. Stakeholders not participating in assessment of this measure that should be consulted:
7. National Priority Level (For implementation):
High: Medium: Low: None: __ Explain:
8. Issues to note:
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ARTICLE 10.5 PRE-SHIPMENT INSPECTION
I. Situational/Gap Analysis
Describe Your Current Situation / Barriers(Give Reasons for non-compliance) / Actions/Resources Required & Cost
(Number the Actions) / TACB Resources Needed
(Specify Action Number) /
A. Policy/Legal Framework: / 1.
B. Procedures: / 1.
C. Institutional Framework: / 1.
D. Human Resources/Training: / 1.
E. Communication/Information Technology: / 1.
F. Equipment & Infrastructure: / 1.
G. Other Issues to Note[11]: / 1.
II. Questionnaire
1. Do you comply with this measure?
Fully: Substantially: Partially: No: Not Applicable:__
2. You expect to implement this measure by:
Category A (by date of entry into force):_____ Category B (with extra time):_____ Category C (with extra time and technical assistance): _____
3. If Category B or C approximately how much time will you need to implement?
6 Months: 1 Year: 3 Years: 5 Years: Other (Specify):______
4. Identify technical assistance projects/agencies that have, or are, helping you implement this measure:
5. Lead agency or organization and other stakeholders that would be responsible for implementation of this measure:
6. Stakeholders not participating in assessment of this measure that should be consulted:
7. National Priority Level (For implementation):
High: Medium: Low: None: __ Explain:
8. Issues to note:
[1] For example, resistance to change; lack of political will or stakeholder awareness or buy-in; other issues (positive or negative).