Bodogwu FAQs is a simple presentation of frequently asked questions on the novel bodogwu platform. In our article for user registration guide, we walked users on the registration process for bodogwu. In addition, we guided our teaming readers on how to apply for Form M on the bodogwu platform, following our article for bodogwu Form M application. Furthermore, our article for bodogwu PAAR application is another freebie that guides leaders to do PAAR from the comfort of their offices.
In this piece, we shall provide answers to the frequently asked questions on the bodogwu. Our writings are experiential, and we provide real-time solution to traders and researchers. Thus, we urge you to read the paragraphs below for best answers to your questions. Feel free to contact us for all seamless cargo clearance and documentation therein.
BODOGWU FAQs: WHAT IS B’ODOGWU?
B’Odogwu is the codename for clearance system, a subset of the Unified Customs Management System (UCMS), developed under the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) digital transformation agenda. The “B” in B’Odgwu stands for Border, and “Odogwu” signifies strength, resilience and efficiency in Customs processes.
BODOGWU FAQs: WHAT ARE THE SYSTEMS REQUIREMENT FOR BODOGWU USAGE?
To ensure optimal performance, the system requires a modern browser (like chrome, Firefox, internet explorer) and a stable internet connection. A VPN may be required for API/system integration. Of course, a laptop, a phone or a tablet is usable to login to the bodogwu platform.
BODOGWU FAQs: WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR REGISTRING ON THE BODOGWU PLATFORM?
To register on the bodogwu platform, you require the following
- A company registered with the Nigeria corporate affairs commission.
- Certificate for incorporation of the company with the corporate affairs commission.
- The Tax Identification Number – TIN, for the company.
- Email address, which must be the same as the email linked to the company’s Tax Identification Number – TIN.
- Name and position of a company representative.
WHAT MUST I DO IF I NO LONGER HAVE ACCESS TO THE EMAIL LINKED TO MY TIN?
This is a common experience of many. If you do not have access to the email linked to your TIN, submit a written request to the FIRS, who manages TIN. In your letter, state that you want to change the email on your TIN. The FIRS will reset your email to your choice, to enable you follow the registration process.
WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I AM UNABLE TO LOGIN AFTER REGISTRATION?
This happens because you or someone started a registration process, but failed to confirm the final registration link from UCMS (United Customs Management System). Firstly, during registration, you will receive an email that reads “dear xxxx@gmail.com (your email), you are successfully registered in UCMS.” Secondly, you will get another email that reads “Dear user, you need to confirm the email before you can access the web portal.” Failure to confirm your email means that that you cannot login. Hence, you must go back to your email and search with the keyword UCMS, and confirm your email.
WHAT SHOULD I DO IF REGISTRATION FAILS ON THE BODOGWU PORTAL, OR SAYS USER ALREADY EXIST?
Again, check your email for previous registration messages. It is possible that you or someone else must have registered in the past. Additionally, if the issue persist, contact the bodogwu helpdesk for assistance. Our team too is an expert documentation and cargo-handling specialist in Nigeria. Why not allow us do a hassle free handling for you? Contact us anytime, any day for headache-free end-to-end cargo handling in Nigeria. You will be happy that you did.
BODOGWU FAQs: HOW DO I RESET MY PASSWORD IF I FORGET IT?
If you forget your password, simply click on the “Forgot Password” on the bodogwu trade portal. Follow the instructions to reset your password.
BODOGWU FAQs: BODOGWU FAQs: WHO CAN USE THE B’ODOGWU PORTAL?
Various stakeholders can us the portal, including:
- Importer and their agents
- Authorized Dealer Banks (ADB)
- Custom officers
- Stakeholder Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs)
- Regulatory Partners
BODOGWU FAQs: WHAT KEY SERVICES DOES THE B’ODOGWU OFFER?
The following services are available on the Bodogwu platform:
- Form M application and processing
- PAAR – Pre-Arrival Assessment Report issuance and management
- Duty assessment and payment access
- Stakeholders integration and interaction
- User management for stakeholders, which includes importers, agents, banks, MDAs and Customs
BODOGWU FAQs: WHO PROCESSES FORM M AND PAAR ON THE BODOGWU PLATFORM?
In the previous trade portal, the importer, his agent or the bank, and even the exporter can process Form M. The processing party just need the login to the portal to initiate Form M application. Whereas, the Applicant’s Dealer Bank alone can make PAAR issuance request from the Nigeria Customs Services. However, in the novel bodogwu system, the bank does not apply for Form M and PAAR any longer. Therefore, the importer or anyone with the company login information is to make Form M application.
BODOGWU FAQs: WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR FORM M PROCESSING ON BODOGWU?
The requirement for processing Form M and PAAR has not changed. Refer to our article for FORM M NIGERIA: HOW TO PROCESS AND OBTAIN IT, if you desire full details. Otherwise, the following are the summary of what you need to process Form M.
- The proforma invoice for items of import.
- Cargo insurance certificate
- The regulatory agency certification like SON PC and NAFDAC import permit, or end-user certificate, etc.
To know about the format of proforma invoice acceptable in Nigeria, see our article for WHAT IS A PROFORMA INVOICE. Similarly, to know more about cargo insurance certificate, read our article for MARINE INSURANCE NIGERIA: HOW TO PURCHASE ONE.
WHAT STAGES DOES A FORM M REQUEST UNDERGO FOR REGISTRATION?
There are 3 stages to Form M registration via bodogwu:
- Stage 1: Form M application by the importer or his consultant
- In stage 2: a junior bank officer from the chosen bank reviews and recommends Form M or returns it if there is an error or missing information.
- Stage 3: a senior foreign trade officer of the applicant’s dealer bank validates Form M
- Lastly in stage 4: the bodogwu team of Nigeria Customs Services registers the Form M.
Note, Form M return can be at any stage. The fact that a junior bank officer says all is fine, is not a final say. The senior officer or the NCS can still spot an error and query or return the Form M.
WHAT DO I REQUIRE TO ISSUE PAAR ON BODOGWU?
As in the case of the Form M, PAAR processing requirement is the same as in the old trade portal. The following are the list of documents for PAAR processing:
- Firstly, you need the transport document; the bill of lading, the air waybill, the road waybill, etc.
- Secondly, the commercial invoice is required.
- Thirdly, the packing list is must attach document
- Fourthly, the applicant must attach the SONCAP or other regulatory permits for items not regulated by SON alone.
- Fifthly, the certificate of origin is needful to apply for PAAR on bodogwu.
For more information on PAAR requirements, see our article for IMPORTING TO NIGERIA: WHAT IS PAAR REQUIREMENT?
WHAT MUST I DO IF MY FORM M AND PAAR ARE RETURENED BY THE BANK?
If the Form M or PAAR has a query, the applicant is required to view the Form M or PAAR, amend and resubmit it. The bank will review again and validate if all things are good.
HOW DO I KNOW WHEN FORM M AND PAAR ARE REGISTERED?
You will receive an automated email, whatever happens on the submitted Form M or PAAR. Equally, the status of either Form M or PAAR changes from submitted to recommended, validated, registered or returned as the case is.
BODOGWU FAQs: HOW DO I SEARCH FOR FORM A FORM M, SGD OR PAAR ON THE BODOGWU PORTAL?
Ordinarily, Form M applications display on login to the page, but what happens if the applied Form M are many. Then, the search is necessary. To search, go to “Apply filter” click on “Add filter,” select from the dropdown button, and then click on “Apply filter.” It is important to clear the filter after search.
BODOGWU FAQs: HOW DO I PRINT A REGISTERED FORM M OR PAAR FROM THE BODOGWU?
Click the view icon, and open the document of interest (Form M or PAAR), you will see where to print and save.
HOW CAN I GENERATE SGD AND ASSESS APPROVED PAAR?
PAAR can only be assessable by a registered agency. To generate SGD and assess PAAR, you must open the PAAR document and you will see a bottom to send it to an agency. Click on “SEND TO DECLARANT” and search for the name of the agency (declarant). The agency, who is a registered declarant, will generate SGD and the assessment notice for duty payment.
CONCLUSION
BODOGWU FAQs is an evolving compendium. We will continue to add more frequently asked questions and best experiential answers as they arise. Our team is simply the best in cargo logistics in Nigeria. Our clients say so.
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