Customs Region V Strengthens Business Support, Marking US$200 Bln Trade Milestone

On December 4, the Customs Sub-Department of Region V held the Customs-Business Conference 2025, simultaneously announcing that the import-export value in Bac Ninh and Thai Nguyen provinces exceeded US$200 billion for the first time.

This year’s conference focused on disseminating, guiding, and supporting enterprises under the sub-department’s 2025 legal awareness plan. Discussions addressed resolving obstacles in customs procedures, handling emerging issues, and identifying common errors made by businesses. Representatives said that frequent mistakes, such as inconsistent declarations, incomplete submissions, or misinterpretation of regulations, caused delays in many shipments. Early warnings and direct guidance help businesses reduce risks and compliance costs.

A key highlight of the conference was the introduction of a proposed centralized clearance model by the customs sector. Once implemented, the model is expected to reduce clearance times, limit direct contact, and improve transparency and control efficiency. Under the draft plan, the centralized clearance model will be piloted from March 1, 2026, at Customs Sub-Department Region III (Hai Phong) and Customs Sub-Department Region V.

As part of the program, Customs Region V also announced that the import-export value under its management exceeded US$200 billion for the first time. Bac Ninh and Thai Nguyen, as centers for electronics, components, and high-tech manufacturing, contribute significantly to the nation’s total trade value.

Data from the Customs Sub-Department of Region V show steady growth in import-export value and budget revenues. Revenues reached VND11 trillion in 2023, VND13 trillion in 2024, and VND14,711 billion over the first 11 months of 2025, all exceeding assigned targets.

According to the business community, support from Customs Region V in recent years has become increasingly practical, particularly in electronic submission processing, prompt resolution of issues, and coordinated physical inspections. Currently, more than 5,900 enterprises regularly complete procedures with the Customs Sub-Department of Region V.

By Thanh Nam, Vietnam Business Forum