In response to several complaints about the length of time it takes for imports and exports to be processed,Wholesale Jerseys, the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) has made adjustments to its Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and the structure of the Goods Examination Unit (GEU) with a view to delivering a more timely and efficient service.Measures aimed at reducing the time and cost involved in the processing of import and export of goods include an increase in the complement of staff in the unit and a separation of functions relating to imports and exports.GRA has reported that in the past,Wholesale Basketball Jerseys, declarations lodged with Customs would have taken at least two weeks to be processed. However, as a result of alignment and simplification of processes, more effective use of technology and regular training of officers promoted in recent times,Cheap China Jerseys, the agency has made massive improvements. More than 67,Cheap NFL Jerseys,000 declarations were processed in just three working days.Hence, measures have been taken to introduce simplified procedures as they are recognized to be of benefit to the national economy as well as ancillary operators and other stakeholders.In addition, technology has been useful in providing ‘time saving’ alternatives to importers and exporters who seek information relative to the status of their declarations. Screens were installed at the Customs Department and wharves as well as a computer with which customers can obtain information relating to their declaration by utilizing their Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) or the declaration reference number.The system was further modernized when it was made possible for importers and exporters to check the status of their declarations at any place, any time via personal computers and smart phones.As it relates to unlawful items of trade, GRA has set up a Risk Management Unit that is responsible for determining the level of examination to cargo based on the risk posed to revenue collection while maintaining an expeditious approach. In cases where apparent risk is posed, cargo would undergo an extended scrutiny than if found to be legitimate.The Goods Examination Unit (GEU) would carry out checks to cargo profiled by the Risk Management Unit as posing some level of risk while the Drugs Enforcement Unit (DEU) is tasked with the examination for illicit drugs in cargo.Further, to improve port security and to prevent lawful cargo containers from being used for unlawful activities,Cheap Jerseys USA, a Memorandum of Understanding has been signed between the Government of Guyana and the United Nations Office on Drug and Crime (UNODC). This alliance is devised to protect legitimate exports,Jerseys Wholesale, our trading partners and Guyana’s image.GRA expects that with the merging of the operations at one office, greater efficiency and enhanced customer service resulting in further reduction of the time it takes to do business will result.