BY JOHN HOUANIHAU
The Solomon Islands Customs and Excise Division (CED) has introduced new data requirements under its Automated System for Customs Data (ASYCUDA) World platform which aims to improve shipment tracking and customs processing.
Customs informed all shipping and airline agents that the new manifest data requirements came into effect Friday, June 16, in a Public Notice No. 22/2026 issued on Monday this week.
Under the changes, shipping agents are now required to provide additional details in the “Notify” field of waybills.
The CED said the information must include the name of the delegated importer or company representative responsible for the shipment, along with their telephone number and email address.
The statement further said that Customs has also made it mandatory for agents to include the Tax Identification Number (TIN) of the nominated carrier in the “Carrier” field of waybills.
According to CED, the new requirements are designed to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of shipment notifications and improve carrier identification within the ASYCUDA World system.
The division said the changes will support more effective customs administration and facilitate smoother processing of cargo entering and leaving the country.
Shipping agents, airline agents and other stakeholders involved in cargo handling and customs clearance have been advised to comply with the new requirements from the implementation date.
ASYCUDA World is the electronic customs management system used by the Solomon Islands Customs and Excise Division to process import and export documentation, collect duties and taxes, and facilitate international trade.
The CED said that the system plays a key role to streamline customs procedures and improve border management services.
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