Bureau of Customs launches new e-certificate of payment system
MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has launched a new electronic certificate of payment (e‑CP) system that significantly boosts service delivery for both government agencies and stakeholders.
The e‑CP System is an online application platform that facilitates the submission, processing, and transmission of motor vehicle, components, and parts information, together with the corresponding duties and taxes paid, from the BOC to the Land Transportation Office (LTO).
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In a statement on Tuesday, the BOC said that the new e-CP system was launched on Monday, March 9 and replaced its previous e-CP process which relied on manual validation and only had limited automation.
The new system has a fully automated real‑time system that directly links the BOC and the LTO—significantly reducing processing time and strengthening data integrity.
Compared to the previous e‑CP, which required manual verification and separate coordination between agencies, the new system enables seamless and secure data sharing, supporting faster and more efficient vehicle registration processes.
It also provides stakeholders with real‑time tracking of their e‑CP application status, while strengthening data integrity through enhanced validation and audit mechanisms.
“The new e‑CP System is a clear demonstration of the Bureau’s commitment to modernization and whole‑of‑government collaboration,” Customs Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno said.
“By automating validation, eliminating redundant processes, and ensuring real‑time data exchange with the LTO, we are making customs transactions faster, more secure, and more transparent for our stakeholders,” Nepomuceno added.
LTO chief Marcus Lacanilao, for his part, expressed support for the new system, stressing how both the LTO and BOC can now “move across systems more efficiently, allowing agencies to rely on shared verifiable records.”
“We at the LTO look forward to continuing our cooperation with the BOC as we move forward to a more integrated and modern public service,” Lacanilao said. /gsg
