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SINGLE WINDOW
FOR SUBMISSION AND EXCHANGE OF DATA FOR IMPORT,
EXPORT AND TRANSIT
A Single Window is a one-stop facility that aims to expedite and simplify information flows between trade and regulatory authorities and brings meaningful gains to all parties involved in cross-border trade. The Single Window:
- Allows for the lodgment and exchange of standardized information and documents with a single entry point to fulfill all export, import and transit related regulatory requirements; if the information is electronic, then individual data elements should only be submitted once
- Co-ordinates the controls and inspections of the various governmental authorities, where appropriate
- Supports the sharing of information by a legal framework that provides privacy and security in the exchange of information
- Provides facilities to receive payment of duties and other charges
- Provides access to trade related government information
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TOOLS & RESOURCES
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| UN/CEFACT Recommendation No. 33 on establishing a Single Window |
Suggest countries to introduce a single window to enhance efficient exchange of information between traders and Governments. It explains the scope and the benefits of single window and provides step-by-step guidelines for establishing such facility, while emphasizing a vital role on international standards.
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| Case Studies in Implementing Single Window |
Provides information of the UN/CEFACT Single Window Repository and collection of country case studies of Single Window facilities mostly from Europe, Africa and the Asia-Pacific region. |
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Last updated: 21 July 2008 |
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