It is a requirement for all Importers and Exporters to register with PNG Customs as a measure to integrate with the Taxation Division of Internal Revenue Commission (IRC), ease in facilitating trade and cargo clearance.
NOTE: WE DO NOT ACCEPT IMAGES, OR HARD COPIES WHEN SUBMITTING DOCUMENTATION.
Please convert all documents into PDF format and forward to tin.registration@customs.gov.pg
In order to register as any of the following, one must acquire the following before lodging with a local Customs Agent/Broker
Before submitting an application, you must adhere to the following:
- DO NOT submit images as an application, these include:
- DO NOT submit official documentation scanned via a
cam-scanner, and/or with a visible watermark on said documents – this also includes:- Submitting in official documents as taken as a regular picture and not scanned through a scan/copy machine (showing signs of creasing/folding/view at different angles).
- DO NOT submit TIN certificates that do not clearly show the seal of authority and signature – validated by the IRC.
- DO NOT submit blurry or unclear documents, IDs, certificates etc…
- DO NOT submit illegible hand-written application forms, statements, etc…
- DO NOT submit application forms (G26) that have been outdated.
- ALL INFORMATION submitted via application for registration MUST be clear, concise and consistent.
What can you apply as?
For Individuals
Importers
- ORIGINAL completed and signed Form G26 (a & b)
- Copy of the ORIGINAL TIN (Tax Identification Number) Certificate from the IRC (Internal Revenue Commission)
- Copy of the ORIGINAL Bill of Lading/Airway Bill
- Copy of valid identification, valid from within the last 6-12 months – MUST NOT be expired
Exporters
- ORIGINAL completed and signed Form G26 (a & b)
- Copy of the ORIGINAL TIN (Tax Identification Number) Certificate from the IRC (Internal Revenue Commission)
- Copy of the ORIGINAL Bill of Lading/Airway Bill
- Copy of valid identification, valid from within the last 6-12 months – MUST NOT be expired
- Copy of the ORIGINAL Export Certificate/Permit
- For goods relating to organic flora/fauna please refer to the relevant governing body for more information:
- Exports | NAQIA
- Exports | National Fisheries Authority Papua New Guinea
- Department of Agriculture and Livestock
- Papua New Guinea Forest Authority
- Australian Quarantine and Inspection Services – AQIS
- Papua New Guinea Oil Palm Research Association
- Coffee Industry Corporation – CIC
- Independent Consumer & Competition Commission (ICCC)
- National Agriculture Research Institute (NARI)
- For goods relating to organic flora/fauna please refer to the relevant governing body for more information:
For Sole Proprietaries, Companies & Business Houses
Importers
- ORIGINAL completed and signed Form G26 (a & b)
- Organizations MUST apply their common seal to said form.
- Copy of the ORIGINAL TIN (Tax Identification Number) Certificate from the IRC (Internal Revenue Commission)
- Copy of the ORIGINAL Bill of Lading/Airway Bill
- Copy of the ORIGINAL updated IPA (Investment Promotion Authority) Certification, and Certificate of Good standing
Exporters
- ORIGINAL completed and signed Form G26 (a & b)
- Copy of the ORIGINAL TIN (Tax Identification Number) Certificate from the IRC (Internal Revenue Commission)
- Copy of the ORIGINAL Bill of Lading/Airway Bill
- Copy of the ORIGINAL updated IPA (Investment Promotion Authority) Certification, and Certificate of Good standing
- Copy of the ORIGINAL Export Certificate/Permit
- For goods relating to organic flora/fauna please refer to the relevant governing body for more information:
- Exports | NAQIA
- Exports | National Fisheries Authority Papua New Guinea
- Department of Agriculture and Livestock
- Papua New Guinea Forest Authority
- Australian Quarantine and Inspection Services – AQIS
- Papua New Guinea Oil Palm Research Association
- Coffee Industry Corporation – CIC
- Independent Consumer & Competition Commission (ICCC)
- National Agriculture Research Institute (NARI)
- For goods relating to organic flora/fauna please refer to the relevant governing body for more information:
NOTE: In the event a representative/owner of the business/organization declares as with their names as CONSIGNEE(S) on the bills, they are also REQUIRED to provide valid identification as proof of declaration.
For Institutions, NGOs & Other Organizations
Importers
- ORIGINAL completed and signed Form G26 (a & b)
- Organizations MUST apply their common seal to said form.
- Copy of the ORIGINAL TIN (Tax Identification Number) Certificate from the IRC (Internal Revenue Commission)
- Copy of the ORIGINAL Bill of Lading/Airway Bill
Exporters
- ORIGINAL completed and signed Form G26 (a & b)
- Copy of the ORIGINAL TIN (Tax Identification Number) Certificate from the IRC (Internal Revenue Commission)
- Copy of the ORIGINAL Bill of Lading/Airway Bill
- Copy of the ORIGINAL Export Certificate/Permit
- For goods relating to organic flora/fauna please refer to the relevant governing body for more information:
- Exports | NAQIA
- Exports | National Fisheries Authority Papua New Guinea
- Department of Agriculture and Livestock
- Papua New Guinea Forest Authority
- Australian Quarantine and Inspection Services – AQIS
- Papua New Guinea Oil Palm Research Association
- Coffee Industry Corporation – CIC
- Independent Consumer & Competition Commission (ICCC)
- National Agriculture Research Institute (NARI)
- For goods relating to organic flora/fauna please refer to the relevant governing body for more information:
NOTE: In the event a representative/owner of the business/organization declares as with their names as CONSIGNEE(S) on the bills, they are also REQUIRED to provide valid identification as proof of declaration.