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Inspection

Conduct of Pre-assessment Inspection Prior to the Recognition of Fishery Establishments and Issuance of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP)/
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)/Sanitation Standards Operating Procedure (SSOP)Certificate of Compliance

A pre-assessment inspection is conducted by the Fisheries Inspection team for new applicants who desire to be recognized as BFAR-accredited establishments. This assessment is done prior to the issuance of the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP)/Good Manufacturing Practices(GMP)/Sanitation Standards Operating Procedure (SSOP) Certificate of Compliance. Such will ensure that the Fishery Aquaculture Business Operators (FABOs) comply with the national/international food safety standards for fish and fishery/aquatic products.

Office or Division:	Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
Category:	External Service
Classification:	Highly Technical
Type of Transaction:	G2B (Government to Business)
Who may avail:	Fishery Aquaculture Business Operators (FABOs) of fish processing plants, pre- processing, ice plant, fishing vessel & boats, buying station, auction market, and fish port facility
Operating Hours:	8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Statute:	Republic Act No. 10654 – An act to prevent, deter and eliminate illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing, amending Republic Act No. 8550, otherwise known as “The Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998,” and for other purposes; Republic Act No. 10611 – Food Safety Act of 2013; Fisheries Administrative Order No. 210 S. 2001 – Rules and regulations on the exportation of fresh, chilled and frozen fish Fisheries Administrative Order No.211 S. 2001 – Requirements for pre-processing and processing plants, the SSOP thereof and the processing and quality requirements for shellfish S.2001 Fisheries Administrative Order No. 212 S. 2001- Guideline on the implementation of HACCP system; Fisheries Administrative Order No. 227 S, 2008 – Rules and Regulations Governing the Export of Fish and Aquatic Products to European Union Member Countries

CHECKLIST OF REQUIREMENTS	WHERE TO SECURE
Standard Requirement 1. Letter of Intent (1) Original Copy Remarks: Letter of Intent addressed to the Regional Director and attention to Chief of Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit	Applicant / Client
2. Updated Sanitary Permit (1) Photo Copy	Agency – Division: Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) Local Government Unit (LGU)
3. Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point(HACCP) /Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)/Sanitation Standards Operating Procedure (SSOP)(1) Photo Copy Or (1) Certified True Copy Remarks: If processing plant: Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) /GoodManufacturing Practices(GMP) /Sanitation Standards Operating Procedure (SSOP); If pre-processing plants and buying stations: Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (Simplified HACCP)/Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)/Sanitation Standards Operating Procedure (SSOP)	Applicant / Client
4. License to Operate (LTO) (1) Photo Copy Remarks: If processing plant	Agency – Division: Department of Health (DOH) – Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

CLIENT STEPS	AGENCY ACTIONS	FEES TO BE PAID	PROCESSING TIME	PERSON RESPONSIBLE (Designation; Office)
	1.1. Receive documents, enter in DTS, then forward to Office of the Regional Director (ORD)		30 minute/s	Administrative Assistant III ; Records Unit- RFO 4A
	1.2. Receive and route documents to Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit Fisheries Inspection Unit (FIU)		1 hour/s	Director II; Office of the Regional Director RFO 4A
1. Submit the letter of intent/application and documentary requirements to the Records Unit Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang Los Baños, Laguna	1.3. Review and evaluate the documentary requirements and food safety programs submitted	None	2 working day/s	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
2. Receive notification on the scheduled inspection Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang Los Baños, Laguna	2. Notify the client on the schedule of pre assessment/desk review	None	3 working day/s	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
3. Allow site inspection and review of pertinent food safety monitoring and verification records Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang Los Baños, Laguna	3. Conduct an on-site inspection	None	3 working day/s	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
4. Present food safety program Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang Los Baños, Laguna	4. Conduct desk evaluation/audit of food safety programs	None	2 working day/s	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
5. Submit pending documents/records Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang Los Baños, Laguna	5.1. Review/evaluate submitted documents/records	None	1 working day/s	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	5.2. Prepare, consolidate and sign inspection report, then forward to Office of the Regional Director		2 working day/s	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	5.3. Sign the documents and release to Records Unit		1 working day/s	Director II; Office of the Regional Director RFO 4A
	5.4. Release signed documents to Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit Fisheries Inspection Unit (FIU)		1 hour/s	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
6. Receive Pre- assessment Inspection Report Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang Los Baños, Laguna	6. Release documents to applicant	None	10 minute/s	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
		Total Processing Time:		14 working day/s, 2 hour/s, 40 minute/s
		Total Processing Fee:		None

Conduct of System Audit Inspection for Recognition of Fishery Establishments and Issuance of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP)/
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)/Sanitation Standards Operating Procedure (SSOP) Certificate of Compliance

The system audit of fishery establishments is conducted both for new and for renewal applications to verify that the Fishery Aquaculture Business Operators (FABOs) comply with the national/international food safety standards for fish and fishery/aquatic products.

Office or Division:	Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
Category:	External Service
Classification:	Highly Technical
Type of Transaction:	G2B (Government to Business)
Who may avail:	Processing Plant/Pre-processing Plant/Fishing Freezer Vessel Operators
Operating Hours:	8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Statute:	Republic Act No. 10611 – Food Safety Act of 2013; Fisheries Administrative Order No. 210 S. 2001 – Rules and regulations on the exportation of fresh, chilled and frozen fish

CHECKLIST OF REQUIREMENTS	WHERE TO SECURE
Standard Requirement 1. Letter of Intent (1) Original Copy Remarks: Letter of Intent addressed to the Regional Director and attention to Chief of Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit	Applicant / Client
2. License to Operate (LTO) (1) Photo Copy	Agency – Division: Department of Health (DOH) – Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
3. Sanitary Permit (1) Photo Copy	Agency – Division: Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) Local Government Unit (LGU)
4. Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP)/Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)/Sanitation Standards Operating Procedure (SSOP) Programs (1) Original Copy Or (1) Certified True Copy	Applicant / Client
A. Situational Requirement – For fishing vessel/s 1. Vessel Registration Certificate (1) Original Copy	Agency – Division: Department of Transportation (DOTr) – Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA)

CLIENT STEPS	AGENCY ACTIONS	FEES TO BE PAID	PROCESSING TIME	PERSON RESPONSIBLE (Designation; Office)
	1.1. Receive letter of documents, enter in DTS then forward to the Office of the Regional Director (ORD)		15 minute/s	Administrative Assistant III; Records Unit- RFO 4A
1. Submit letter of intent and documentary requirements to Records Unit Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang Los Baños, Laguna	1.2. Receive and route documents to Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit Fisheries Inspection Unit (FIU) for action	None	1 hour/s	Director II; Office of the Regional Director RFO 4A
	1.3. Receive application/request letter and check the completeness of the documentary requirements and evaluate the required food safety programs submitted		2 working day/s	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
2. Receive notification and agree to the schedule of inspection Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang Los Baños, Laguna	2. Coordinate with the client and provide schedule of inspection (scheduling every Monday of the week)	None	3 working day/s	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
3. Allow site inspection and review of pertinent food safety monitoring and verification records Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang Los Baños, Laguna	3.1. Conduct on-site system audit inspection and review of documents	None	2 working day/s	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	3.2. Prepare and consolidate Inspection Report Inspection Team (National and or Regional Fish Inspectors)		1 working day/s	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	3.3. If Compliant: For Issuance of HACCP/GMP/SSOP Recognition/ Certificate and proceed to succeeding steps If Non-compliant: Advise the client for non endorsement and need to re-submit documents with Corrective Action Plan (CAP) as basis for succeeding system audit		2 working day/s	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	3.4. Sign the consolidated Inspection Report and HACCP/GMP/ SSOP Recognition/ Certificate		1 hour/s	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	3.5. Sign/Initial the documents		1 working day/s	Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	3.6. Sign the documents, then release to Records Unit		1 working day/s	Director II; Office of the Regional Director RFO 4A
	3.7. Release the documents to Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit Fisheries Inspection Unit (FIU)		1 hour/s	Administrative Assistant III; Records Unit- RFO 4A
	3.8. For New EU Applicant: Endorse Approved Inspection Report and HACCP Certificate to Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Central Office, Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine (FIQD) for recommendation to European Union Approval to Export		1 working day/s	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
4. Receive the notification to Claim Inspection Report and approved Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP)/Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)/Sanitation Standards Operating Procedure (SSOP) Certificate Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang Los Baños, Laguna	4. Notify the Client on the Approved Inspection Report and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP)/Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)/Sanitation Standards Operating Procedure (SSOP) Recognition Certificate to client and are ready for released	None	10 minute/s	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
		Total Processing Time:		13 working day/s, 2 hour/s, 25 minute/s 1 hour/s
		Total Processing Fee:		None

Border Inspection of Imported/Incoming Fish and Fishery/Aquatic Products through the Seaport

Border inspection of imported/incoming fish and fishery/aquatic products that pass through the seaport is conducted to ensure compliance with sanitary and phyto-sanitary (SPS) measures, food safety, relevant national laws and regulations, and international agreements.

Office or Division:	Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
Category:	External Service
Classification:	Simple
Type of Transaction:	G2B (Government to Business)
Who may avail:	BFAR-Accredited Importer
Operating Hours:	24/7
Statute:	FISHERIES ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER NO. 192 S. 1997, FISHERIES ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER NO. 210 S. 2001, FISHERIES ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER NO. 227 S. 2008, FISHERIES ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER NO. 195S. 1999

CHECKLIST OF REQUIREMENTS	WHERE TO SECURE
Standard Requirement 1. Electronic Request for Inspection (eRFI) (1) Photo Copy	Agency – Division: Department of Agriculture – Intercommerce
2. Sanitary Phytosanitary (SPS) Import Clearance (1) Photo Copy	Agency – Division: Department of Agriculture – Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources – Fisheries Certification Section
3. Health Certificate (1) Original Copy Remarks: This must be secured from the country of origin	Applicant / Client
4. Packing List, Commercial Invoice and Bill of Lading (1) Photo Copy	Applicant / Client
5. Copy of BOC Import Entry Internal Revenue Declaration (1) Photo Copy	Agency – Division: Bureau of Customs – Bureau of Customs
6. Copy of Special Power of Attorney (1) Photo Copy Remarks: For Representative in the absence of the Broker	Applicant / Client

CLIENT STEPS	AGENCY ACTIONS	FEES TO BE PAID	PROCESSING TIME	PERSON RESPONSIBLE (Designation; Office)
1. Present necessary documents Location: FIQU – Port of Batangas, Brgy. Santa Clara, Batangas City	1. Validate and verify the authenticity, completeness of the documents	None	20 minute/s	– Senior Fishing Regulations Officer; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A – Fishing Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
2. Allow inspection of imported fish and fishery products for inspection and verification Location: FIQU – Port of Batangas, Brgy. Santa Clara, Batangas City	2. Inspect and verify the imported fish and fishery products, then mark ‘USED’ on SPSIC.	None	59 minute/s	– Senior Fishing Regulations Officer; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A – Fishing Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
3. Receive stamped documents for release of shipment Location: FIQU -Port of Batangas, Brgy. Santa Clara, Batangas City	3. Finalize the ‘Inspection Form’ and stamp documents, then release the commodity	None	5 minutes	– Senior Fishing Regulations Officer; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A – Fishing Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
4. Fill out Client Satisfaction survey (CSS) form Location: FIQU – Port of Batangas, Brgy. Santa Clara, Batangas City	4. Tagged as Released to DA-Intercommerce, then receive duly accomplished CSS Form.	None	10 minutes	– Senior Fishing Regulations Officer; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A – Fishing Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
		Total Processing Time:		1 hour/s, 34 minute/s
		Total Processing Fee:		None

Pre-Shipment Inspection

The pre-shipment inspection is carried out before or during the loading of products into the van for shipment as a prerequisite for issuing a Health Certificate (HC).

Office or Division:	Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
Category:	External Service
Classification:	Complex
Type of Transaction:	G2B (Government to Business), G2C (Government to Citizen)
Who may avail:	Fish Processing Establishment, Traders, Exporters, and Processors
Operating Hours:	8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Statute:	Fisheries Administrative Order No. 210 S. 2001 – Rules and regulations on the exportation of fresh, chilled and frozen fish
CHECKLIST OF REQUIREMENTS	WHERE TO SECURE
Standard Requirement 1. Letter of Intent (1) Original Copy	Applicant / Client
2. Photocopy or picture of documents such as proforma/commercial invoice, packing list, and Local Transport Permit (LTP (1) Photo Copy	Applicant / Client
3. Copy or picture of documents of labels and products (1) Original Copy	Applicant / Client
4. Reefer container, container number and seal number (1) Original Copy	Applicant / Client
5. Provide additional documents for the cases of imported raw materials, Carbon Monoxide (CO) and non-CO treated fishery products (1) Original Copy	Applicant / Client

CLIENT STEPS	AGENCY ACTIONS	FEES TO BE PAID	PROCESSING TIME	PERSON RESPONSIBLE (Designation; Office)
1. Submit a letter of intent and the required documents to the Records Unit. Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang, Los Baños, Laguna	1.1. Receive the document letter, enter it intothe DTS, and then forward it to the Office of the Regional Director (ORD) 1.2. Receive and route documents to the Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – Fisheries Inspection Unit (FIU)	None	15 minutes 1 hour	Administrative Assistant III ; Records Unit- RFO 4A Director II; Office of the Regional Director – RFO 4A
2. Receive notification on the scheduled inspection. Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang, Los Baños, Laguna	2. Coordinate with the applicant and schedule site inspection	None	1 working day/s	Fisheries Regulations Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
3. Allow site inspection and review of documents Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang, Los Baños, Laguna	3. Conduct and evaluate the submitted documents based on the following: a. Compliance with the labeling/marking requirements of the importing countries; b. Temperature requirements of the product (if applicable); and c. Supported by relevant and properly prepared export documents (e.g., proforma/commercial invoice, packing list, Local Transport Permit (LTP)).	None	2 hour/s	Fisheries Regulations Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4
4. Receive Pre-shipment Inspection Report Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang, Los Baños, Laguna	4. Issue Pre-shipment Inspection Report	None	10 minutes	Fishing Regulations Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
Total Processing Time:			1 working day, 3 hours, 25 minutes
Total Processing Fee:			None

Conduct of Second Border Inspection (Post Border)

This covers the inspection of imported fishery products stored in accredited cold storage warehouses to
verify compliance to FAO 259 & FAO 195 for imported fish and fishery products.

Office or Division:	Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
Category:	External Service
Classification:	Simple
Type of Transaction:	G2B (Government to Business)
Who may avail:	Accredited Importer/s and Cold Storage Warehouse Operators
Operating Hours:	8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Statute:	Fisheries Administrative Order No. 195 S. 1999 – Rules and Regulations Governing Importation of Fresh/Chilled/Frozen and Fishery Aquatic Products; Fisheries Administrative Order No. 259 S. 2018 – Rules and Regulations on the Importation of Frozen Fish and Fishery/Aquatic Products for Wet Markets During Closed and Off-Fishing Seasons or During the Occurrence of Calamities
CHECKLIST OF REQUIREMENTS	WHERE TO SECURE
Standard Requirement 1. Second Border Request for Inspection (1) Original Copy Remarks: Inspection Request addressed to Chief of Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit	Agency – Division: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A – Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit
2. Electronic Request for Inspection (eRFI) (1) Photo Copy	Agency – Division: Department of Agriculture – Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (Seaport/s)
3. Packing List and Commercial Invoice (1) Photo Copy	Applicant / Client
4. Health Certificate and Certificate of Origin (1) Photo Copy Remarks: This must be secured from the exporting country	Applicant / Client
5. Sanitary and Phytosanitary Import Clearance (SPSIC) (1) Photo Copy	Agency – Division: Department of Agriculture – Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources – Fisheries Certification Section
6. Bureau of Customs Single Administrative Document (1) Photo Copy	Agency – Division: Bureau of Customs – Bureau of Customs

CLIENT STEPS	AGENCY ACTIONS	FEES TO BE PAID	PROCESSING TIME	PERSON RESPONSIBLE (Designation; Office)
1. Submit Request for Second (2nd) Border Inspection to Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit 4A. Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang, Los Baños, Laguna	1. Receive request for 2nd border inspection and verify electronic Request for Inspection (e-RFI) issued by border inspectors at Manila International Container Port (MICP)	None	1 working day/s	Fisheries Regulations Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
2. Allow inspection and provide relevant documents. Location: Accredited Cold Storage Warehouse	2.1. Verify and check the documents accompanying the imported products for completeness and availability of the documentary requirements	None	25 minutes	Fisheries Regulations Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4 A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4 A Fisheries Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4
	2.2. Conduct of on-site 2nd border inspection for every container arrived		5 hours	Fisheries Regulations Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fisheries Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4
3. Receive notification for the 100% unloading of the container to the Accredited Cold Storage Warehouse Location: Accredited Cold Storage Warehouse	3.1. Notify the client for the 100% unloading of the container	10 minutes		Fisheries Regulations Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fisheries Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4
	3.2. Prepare and submit the electronic inspection report to the Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Division and the Chief of the Fisheries Inspection Section for future reference, inspection monitoring, and the database of imported fishery products		1 working day/s	Fishing Regulations Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
Total Processing Time:			2 working day/s, 5 hour/s, 35 minute/s
Total Processing Fee:			None

Conduct of Desk Review of HACCP Program Prior to the Recognition of Fishery Establishments and Issuance of Hazard Analysis Critical Control
Point (HACCP)/Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)/Sanitation Standards Operating Procedure (SSOP) Certificate of Compliance

For New Applicants and additional Product Line

Office or Division:	Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
Category:	External Service
Classification:	Highly Technical
Type of Transaction:	G2B (Government to Business)
Who may avail:	Fishery Aquaculture Business Operators (FABO) of fish processing plants, pre- processing, ice plant, fishing vessel and boats, buying station
Operating Hours:	8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Statute:	Fisheries Administrative Order No. 212 S. 2001 – Guideline on the implementation of HACCP system; Fisheries Administrative Order No. 211 S. 2001 – Requirements for pre-processing and processing plants, the SSOP thereof and the processing and quality requirements for shellfish; Republic Act No. 10611 – Food Safety Act of 2013
CHECKLIST OF REQUIREMENTS	WHERE TO SECURE
Standard Requirement 1. Letter of Intent (1) Original Copy Remarks: Letter of Intent addressed to the Regional Director and attention to Chief of Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit	Applicant / Client
2. Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP)/Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)/Sanitation Standards Operating Procedure (SSOP) Program (1) Original Copy	Applicant / Client

CLIENT STEPS	AGENCY ACTIONS	FEES TO BE PAID	PROCESSING TIME	PERSON RESPONSIBLE (Designation; Office)
1. Submit the letter of intent/application and documentary requirements to the Records Unit Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A – Purok 3, Brgy.Bambang Los Baños,Laguna	1.1. Receive documents, enter in DTS, then forward to Office of the Regional Director (ORD) 1.2. Receive and route documents to RegionalFisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – Fisheries Inspection Unit (FIU)	None	30 minute/s 1 hour/s	Administrative Assistant III; Records Unit – RFO 4A Director II; Office of the Regional Director – RFO 4A
	1.3. Review and evaluate the food safety programs submitted		2 working days	Fisheries Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fisheries Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
2. Receive notification on the scheduled inspection. Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A – Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang, Los Baños, Laguna	2. Notify the client on the schedule of desk review	None	3 working days	Fisheries Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4
3. Allow a review of pertinent food safety monitoring and verification records. Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A – Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang Los Baños, Laguna	3. Conduct an on-site desk review	None	3 working days	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
4. Present food safety program Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A – Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang Los Baños, Laguna	4.1. Conduct in-depth desk evaluation / audit of food safety programs	None	2 working days	Fisheries Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fisheries Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	4.2. Prepare, consolidate and sign Desk Review Report, then forward to ORD		3 working days	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	4.3. Sign the documents and release to Records Unit		1 working day/s	Administrative Assistant III; Office of the Regional Director – RFO 4A Director II; Office of the Regional Director – RFO 4A
	4.4. Release signed documents to Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – Fisheries Inspection Unit (FIU)		1 hour/s	Administrative Assistant III; Records Unit – RFO 4
5. Receive Desk Review Report Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A – Purok 3, Barangay Bambang, Los Baños, Laguna	5. Release documents to applicant	None	10 minutes	Fishing Regulations Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A AquaculturistI; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	Total Processing Time:		14 working days, 2 hours, 40 minutes
	Total Processing Fee:		None

Inspection of Traders/Exporters (without processing establishment) for Issuance of Certificate of Recognition

To describe the registration process for the traders and exporters without processing establishments for
issuance of Certificate in compliance to relevant food safety regulations

Office or Division:	Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
Category:	External Service
Classification:	Complex
Type of Transaction:	G2B (Government to Business), G2C (Government to Citizen)
Who may avail:	Traders/Exporters without processing establishment
Operating Hours:	8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Statute:	Republic Act No. 10611 – Food Safety Act of 2013; Fisheries Administrative Order No. 210 S. 2001 – Rules and regulations on the exportation of fresh, chilled and frozen fish

CHECKLIST OF REQUIREMENTS	WHERE TO SECURE
Standard Requirement 1. Letter of Intent and letter for inspection (1) Original Copy Remarks: Letter of Intent and letter for inspection address to BFAR Regional Director	Applicant / Client
2. Filled-up Application Form (1) Original Copy Remarks: Download and filled-out the application form from the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources website (bfar.da.gov.ph)	Agency – Division: Department of Agriculture – Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources
3. Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) and SEC General Information Sheet (1) Photo Copy Remarks: Primary Purpose of corporation must be exportation/manufacturer of fish/seafood products IDs of Officers with signature	Agency – Division: Department of Finance (DOF) – Security and Exchange Commission (SEC)
4. Department of trade and Industry (DTI) Certificate (1) Photo Copy Remarks: For single proprietor	Agency – Division: Department of Trade Industry (DTI) – Department of Trade Industry (DTI)
5. Certification from Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) (1) Photo Copy Remarks: For Associations	Agency – Division: Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) – Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE)
6. Certification from Cooperative Development Authority (CDA) (1) Photo Copy Remarks: For Cooperatives	Agency – Division: Cooperative Development Authority (CDA) – Cooperative Development Authority (CDA)
7. Bureau of Internal revenue (BIR) Certificate of Registration (1) Photo Copy	Agency – Division: Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) – Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR)
8. Mayor’s Permit (with Sanitary Permit) (1) Photo Copy	Agency – Division: Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) – Local Government Unit (LGU)
9. Special Power of Attorney (SPA) (1) Photo Copy Remarks: If representative	Applicant / Client
10. License to Operate as exporter (1) Photo Copy	Agency – Division: Department of Health (DOH) – Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
11. List of Officers of the Company and valid ID’s (1) Original Copy	Applicant / Client

CLIENT STEPS	AGENCY ACTIONS	FEES TO BE PAID	PROCESSING TIME	PERSON RESPONSIBLE (Designation; Office)
1. Submit Letter of intent and documentary requirements to Records Unit Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A – Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang Los Baños, Laguna	1.1. Receive letter of documents, enter in DTS then forward to the Office of the Regional Director (ORD 1.2. Receive and route documents to Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – Fisheries Inspection Unit (FIU) for action	None	15 minute/s 1 hour/s	Administrative Assistant III; Records Unit – RFO 4A Director II; Office of the Regional Director – RFO 4A
	1.3. Receive the application form along with the required documents and provide feedback, including the review and assessment of document completeness		25 minute/s	Fishing Regulations Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
2. Receive notification on the scheduled inspection Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang Los Baños, Laguna	2. Notify the client on the schedule of Inspection	None	10 minute/s	Fishing Regulations Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
3. Allow inspection and access to facility Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang Los Baños, Laguna	3. Conduct on- site inspection	None	1 working day/s	Fishing Regulations Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
4. Submit pending documents/records (refer to checklist of requirements) Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang Los Baños, Laguna	4.1. Review/evaluate the submitted documents/requirements	None	2 working day/s	Fishing Regulations Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	4.2. Prepare/Process the Certificate of Registration (COR) if compliant on the requirements		30 minute/s	Fishing Regulations Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	4.3. Sign/Initial the Certificate of Recognition then forward to Office of the Regional Director		1 working day/s	Fishing Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	4.4. Sign the Certificate of Recognition, then forward to Records Unit		1 working day/s	Director II; Office of the Regional Director RFO 4A
	4.5. Release the documents to Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit Fisheries Inspection Unit (FIU)		1 working day/s	Administrative Assistant III; Records Unit- RFO 4A
5. Receive the notification to Claim Certificate of Registration (COR) Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang Los Baños, Laguna	5. Notify the client and release the approved Certificate of Recognition	None	10 minute/s	Fishing Regulations Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	Total Processing Time:		6 working days, 2 hours, 30 minutes
	Total Processing Fee:		None

Certification

Inspection and Verification of Establishment for the Exportation of Shells and Shell Crafts or Non-Food Fish for the Issuance of Certificate of Registration (COR)

The verification of shell commodities and establishments is carried out to ensure that exporters comply with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) of Wild Fauna and Flora, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), and the laws and regulations of the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) regarding the export of shells and shell crafts made from non-food fish and other fishery/aquatic products. This also serves as a guideline for the Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit when verifying the exporter’s facilities and sources of products.

Office or Division:	Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
Category:	External Service
Classification:	Highly Technical
Type of Transaction:	G2B (Government to Business)
Who may avail:	Exporters of Shells and Shell Crafts
Operating Hours:	8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Statute:	Republic Act No. 10654 – An act to prevent, deter, and eliminate illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing, amending Republic Act No. 8550, otherwise known as ‘The Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998,’ and for other purposes; Fisheries Administrative Order No. 233 – Aquatic Wildlife Conservation

CHECKLIST OF REQUIREMENTS	WHERE TO SECURE
Standard Requirement 1. Letter of Intent (1) Original Copy Remarks: Addressed to the Regional Director, and attention to the Chief of the Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit	Applicant/Client
2. Application Form (1) Original Copy	Agency – Division: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A – Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – Fisheries Certification Unit
3. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)/Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)/ Cooperative Development Authority (CDA) (1) Certified True Copy Remarks: For corporations, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Registration with General Information Sheet (GIS) and Articles of Incorporation; For single proprietorship, Department of Trade and Industry Registration with Latest Audited Financial Statement; For cooperatives, Cooperative Development Authority (CDA) Registration with Latest Audited Financial Statement	Applicant/Client
4. Business Permit (1) Certified True Copy	Applicant / Client
5. Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Certificate of Registration (1) Certified True Copy	Applicant / Client
6. Location Map (1) Original Copy	Applicant / Client
7. Photos of Facility (1) Original Copy	Applicant / Client
8. Manpower Profile (1) Original Copy Remarks: List of personnel with photocopy of identification cards (IDs)	Applicant/Client
9. Complete List of Product Sources (1) Original Copy Remarks: With name, address, and contact number	Applicant/Client
A. Situational Requirement – If Representative 1. Authorization Letter (1) Original Copy	Applicant / Client

CLIENT STEPS	AGENCY ACTIONS	FEES TO BE PAID	PROCESSING TIME	PERSON RESPONSIBLE (Designation; Office)
1.Submit the letter of intent/application and documentary requirements to the Records Unit Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A – Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang Los Baños, Laguna	1.1. Receive documents, then forward to Office of the Regional Director (ORD) 1.2. Receive and route documents to Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – Fisheries Certification Unit (FCU)		30 minute/s 1 hour/s	Administrative Assistant III; Records Unit- RFO 4A Director II; Office of the Regional Director-RFO 4A
	1.3. Receive filled-out application form and requirements for initial assessment		10 minutes	Fisheries Regulations Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	1.4. Evaluate the validity and authenticity of submitted documents		15 minute/s	Fisheries Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4
2. Receive notification on the scheduled inspection. Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, 4A – Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang, Los Baños, Laguna	2. Notify the client with the schedule of inspection and verification	None	3 working day/s	Fisheries Regulations Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4
3. Allow on-site inspection and verification of commodities and establishment. Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang, Los Baños, Laguna	3. Conduct an on-site inspection with the following order of activities: a. Opening meeting with the establishment representative(s) b. Walk-through in the establishment premises c. Document review d. Exit meeting	None	1 working day/s	Fisheries Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4
4. Submit pending document Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang Los Baños, Laguna	4.1. Receive/review the submitted documents	None	1 working day/s	Fisheries Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fisheries Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	4.2. Prepare, consolidate reports, complete documentary requirements, sign the verification report, and release an endorsement letter to the Office of the Regional Director (ORD)		2 working days	Fisheries Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fisheries Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	4.3. Sign the documents and release to Records Unit		1 working day/s	Director II; Office of the Regional Director – RFO 4A
	4.4. Endorsed the signed documents to the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Central Office, Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Division, Fisheries Certification Section (FIQD-FCS) for issuance of Certificate of Registration (COR)		1 working day/s	Administrative Assistant III; Records Unit – RFO 4
5. Receive notification of the approved endorsement sent to the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Central Office, Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Division, Fisheries Certification Section (FIQD-FCS). Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang, Los Baños, Laguna	5. Record and inform the client of the approved endorsement	None	10 minutes	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	Total Processing Time:		9 working days, 2 hours, 5 minutes
	Total Processing Fee:		None

Issuance of Health Certificate for Transboundary Movement of Live Fish and Fishery/Aquatic Products

The Domestic Health Certificate for transboundary of fish and fishery/aquatic products is used for the domestic movement/transport of fish and fishery/aquatic products. It provides documented evidence that the products have been cultured, collected/harvested, handled, transported, manufactured, packed, stored, and distributed under established Sanitary and Phyto-Sanitary (SPS) and food safety standards and in accordance with relevant rules and regulations.

Office or Division:	Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
Category:	External Service
Classification:	Simple
Type of Transaction:	G2B (Government to Business), G2C (Government to Citizen)
Who may avail:	Traders of Fish and Fishery/Aquatic Products
Operating Hours:	8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Statute:	Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) Administrative Circular 251 S. 2014 – Traceability System of Fish and Fishery Products; Fisheries General Memorandum Orders No. 003 – Administrative Guidelines on the Issuance of Sanitary/Health Certificates of Fishery and Aquatic Products Intended for Human Consumption

CHECKLIST OF REQUIREMENTS	WHERE TO SECURE
Standard Requirement 1. Filled-out the application form (1) Original Copy	Agency – Division: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A – Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – Fisheries Certification Unit
2. Laboratory Analysis (1) Original Copy Or (1) Photo Copy	Agency – Division: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A – Regional Fisheries Laboratory
3. Order of Payment (1) Original Copy	Agency – Division: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A – Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – Fisheries Certification Unit
4. Official Receipts (1) Original Copy	Agency – Division: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A – Cashier Unit
A. Situational Requirement 1. Authorization Letter (1) Original Copy	Applicant / Client Remarks: If representative

CLIENT STEPS	AGENCY ACTIONS	FEES TO BE PAID	PROCESSING TIME	PERSON RESPONSIBLE (Designation; Office)
1. Apply and submit the filled-out application form and required documents Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A – Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang Los Baños,Laguna	1.1. Receive the filled-out application form and required documents, and evaluate for completeness	None	10 minutes	Fishing Regulations Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	1.2. Record and stamp with date and time received		5 minute/s	Fisheries Regulations Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	1.3. Evaluate the validity and authenticity of submitted documents		10 minutes	Fisheries Regulations Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	1.4. Assign a Domestic Health Certificate reference number		5 minute/s	Fisheries Regulations Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
2. Secure a payment order Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A – Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang, Los Baños, Laguna	2. Issue Order of Payment for the required fees	None	10 minutes	Fishing Regulations Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
3. Pay the required fees Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A – Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang, Los Baños, Laguna	3. Accept the payment according to the issued Order of Payment and issue an Official Receipt	Standard Fees Breakdown: Issuance of Health Certificate: PHP 50 Total: PHP 50	25 minutes	Administrative Assistant I; Cashier Unit – RFO 4A
4. Present the issued official receipt to Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit- Fisheries Certification Unit Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A – Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang, Los Baños, Laguna	4.1. Check the presented Official Receipt for encoding and processing/preparing Domestic Health Certificate (DHC)	None	15 minutes	Fisheries Regulations Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	4.2. Review the printed Domestic Health Certificate (DHC) and place stamp seal/ security feature		20 minutes	Fisheries Regulations Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	4.3. Approve and sign the Domestic Health Certificate (DHC)		5 minutes	Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
5. Receive notification on the approved Domestic Health Certificate (DHC) Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A -Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang, Los Baños, Laguna	5. Notify client to claim the approved Domestic Health Certificate (DHC)	None	5 minutes	Fisheries Regulations Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
6. Receive the approved Domestic Health Certificate, then fill out the Client Satisfaction Survey (CSS) Form. Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang, Los Baños, Laguna	6. Issue the approved Domestic Health Certificate (DHC), accept the completed CSS, and record the date and time of issuance.	None	10 minutes	Fishing Regulations Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	Total Processing Time:		2 hour/s
	Total Processing Fee:		+ PHP 50

Quarantine

Issuance of Certificate of Registration for Exporter and Fishery Establishment for Export Live Fish and Fishery/Aquatic Products

The Certificate of Registration of Fishery Establishment for Export is issued to an individual who intends to export live aquatic animals

Office or Division:	Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
Category:	External Service:
Classification:	Highly Technical
Type of Transaction:	G2B (Government to Business
Who may avail:	Exporter of Live Aquatic Animals
Operating Hours:	8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Statute:	Fisheries Administrative Order No. 229 S. 2009 – Guidelines on the registration of freshwater ornamental fish export facilities. Fisheries General Memorandum Order No. 2 S. 2009 – Requirements for the export of live aquatic animals: crustaceans, fish and invertebrates

CHECKLIST OF REQUIREMENTS	WHERE TO SECURE
Standard Requirement 1. Letter of of intent (1) Original Copy Remarks: Letter of intent addressed to Regional Director	Applicant / Client
2. Filled-out Application Form (1) Original Copy	Agency – Division: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A – Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit
3. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)/Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Permit/ Cooperative Development Authority (CDA) Registration (1) Photo Copy Remarks: For corporations, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Registration; For single proprietorship, Department of Trade and Industry Registratio; For cooperatives, Cooperative Development Authority (CDA) Registration	Applicant / Client
4. Valid Business Permit/Mayor’s Permit (1) Photo Copy	Agency – Division: Department of Interior and Local Government – Local Government Unit
5. Location Map (1) Original Copy	Applicant / Client
6. Photos of Fishery Establishment (1) Original Copy	Applicant / Client
7. Lay-out of Fishery Establishment (1) Original Copy	Applicant / Client
8. Sanitation Standard Operating Procedure (SSOP) (1) Original Copy	Applicant / Client
9. Personnel Profile (1) Original Copy	Applicant / Client
10. List of Product Sources (1) Original Copy	Applicant / Client
11. Certificate of Taxonomic Identification (1) Photo Copy	Agency – Division: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources – Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Division
12. Laboratory Analysis (1) Original Copy Remarks: Antibiotic Residue Analysis	Agency – Division: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources – National Fisheries Laboratory Division
A. Situational Requirement – If representative 1. Special Power of Attorney (1) Photo Copy	Applicant / Client

CLIENT STEPS	AGENCY ACTIONS	FEES TO BE PAID	PROCESSING TIME	PERSON RESPONSIBLE (Designation; Office)
1. Submit the letter of intent/application and documentary requirements to the Records Unit Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A – Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang Los Baños, Laguna	1.1. Receive documents, enter in DTS, then forward to Office of the Regional Director (ORD) 1.2. Receive and route documents to Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – Fisheries Quarantine Unit (FQU)	None	30 minute/s 1 hour/s	Administrative Assistant III; Records Unit- RFO 4A Director II; Office of the Regional Director -RFO 4A
	1.3. Receive a letter of intent, filled-out application form and its requirements		5 minute/s	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit-RFO4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	1.4. Evaluate the completeness, accuracy and validity of the submitted documents/requirements		3 hour/s	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit-RFO4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
2. Receive notification on the scheduled inspection of fishery establishment/facility Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources4A–Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang Los Baños, Laguna	2.1. Notify client on the scheduled inspection of fishery establishment thru email or thru phone calls and notification and confirmation shall be recorded through logbook/log sheet 2.2. Accomplished the Pre-inspection Plan(FN-FQS-008) prior to the conduct of inspection	None	5 minutes 10 minutes	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit-RFO4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4 Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit-RFO4A
3. Allow inspection of fishery establishment/facility Location: Fishery establishment/ facility	3. Conduct a brief opening meeting with the client or with the authorized representative of the client and conduct inspection of the fishery establishment	None	2 working day/s	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit-RFO4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4
4. Attend the discussion on the findings/ deficiencies of the inspection conducted Location: Fishery Establishment/Facility	4. Discuss/Present the findings/ deficiencies during the closing meeting of the inspection conducted	None	1 hour/s	Fisheries Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4
5. Receive the Accomplished Inspection Report Location: Fishery Establishment/Facility	5. Provide the Accomplished Inspection Report to the Client	None	5 minutes	Fisheries Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
6. Submit the Corrective Action Plan based on the Inspection Report or Non-Compliance (For Non-Compliant Fishery Establishment Only) Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A – Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang Los Baños, Laguna	6.1. Evaluation of Corrective Action Plan and/or Re-inspection of the Fishery Establishment if needed (Application will be rejected if the client fails to submit the Corrective Action Plan within the allotted timeline)	None	7 working day/s	Fisheries Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fisheries Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	6.2. Prepare / Process Certificate of Registration forwarded to the Office of the Regional Director for approval / signature		2 hours	Fisheries Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	6.3. Approval and signature of Certificate of Registration by the Regional Director and released to Records Unit		1 working day/s	Director II; Office of the Regional Director – RFO 4A
	6.4. Endorsed the signed Certificate of Registration (COR) to the Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – Fisheries Quarantine Unit (FQU)		1 working day/s	Fisheries Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4
7. Receive notification when the approved Certificate of Registration (COR) is ready for release. Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A – Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang, Los Baños, Laguna	7. Record and inform the client about the approved Certificate of Registration that is ready for release	None	5 minute/s	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	Total Processing Time:		12 working day/s
	Total Processing Fee:		None

Issuance of Local Transport Permit (LTP) for Regularly Transported Fish/Commodity

The Local Transport Permit (LTP) for the domestic movement of fish species or commodities provides documented proof that the product complies with Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) standards, food safety regulations, aquatic wildlife conservation laws, and other relevant fisheries legislation. It serves as a traceability document for commodities from their point of origin. It is an important risk management tool that allows supply chain members to quickly identify issues and promptly share this information with the affected parties.

Office or Division:	Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
Category:	External Service
Classification:	Simple
Type of Transaction:	G2B (Government to Business), G2C (Government to Citizen)
Who may avail:	Traders of Fish and Fishery/Aquatic Products and BFAR-registered exporters
Operating Hours:	24/7
Statute:	Republic Act No. 8550 as amended by Republic Act No. 10654, Series of 2015; Fisheries Administrative Order No. 233, Series of 2010; Republic Act No. 10611, Series of 2013; Republic Act No. 9147, Series of 2001

CHECKLIST OF REQUIREMENTS	WHERE TO SECURE
Standard Requirement 1. Filled-out application form (FN-FCS-003) (1) Original Copy	Agency – Division: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources – Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit
2. Sanitary and Phytosanitary Import Clearance (SPSIC) (1) Photo Copy Remarks: for imported Commodities	Agency – Division: Department of Agriculture Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Fisheries Certification Section
3. Domestic Health certificate (1) Original Copy Remarks: for live tilapia, shrimp, seaweeds, koi	Agency – Division: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources – Regional Fisheries Laboratory (RFL)
4. Auxiliary Invoice (1) Original Copy	Agency – Division: Local Government Unit Municipal Agriculture Office
5. Other Traceability Requirements (1) Photo Copy Or (1) Photo Copy Remarks: Any of the following Requirement/s: Certification of Aquatic Wildlife Registration (CAWR) Aquatic Wildlife Collector’s Permit (AWCP) Aquatic Wildlife Farm Permit (AWFP) Aquatic Wildlife Special Use Permit Farm Registration Hatchery Accredition CFVGL/BoarR Shipper’s Business Permit *Any Valid government issued ID	Applicant / Client

CLIENT STEPS	AGENCY ACTIONS	FEES TO BE PAID	PROCESSING TIME	PERSON RESPONSIBLE (Designation; Office)
1. Apply and submit the filled-out application form and requirements to the assigned BFAR 4A Quarantine Officer Location: FIQU – Port of Batangas, Brgy. Sta. Clara, Batangas City	1. Receive filled-out application form and submitted requirements for desk review.	None	5 minute/s	Senior Fishing Regulations Officer; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
2. Allow and present the commodity for inspection. Location: FIQU – Port of Batangas, Brgy. Sta. Clara, Batangas City	2. Conduct inspection verification of the presented commodity then Assign Local Transport Permit (LTP) number on the application form and Prepare LTP	None	33 minutes	Senior Fishing Regulations Officer; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
3. Secure an order of payment for required fees, if applicable. Location: FIQU – Port of Batangas, Brgy. Sta. Clara, Batangas City	3. Compute fees based on FAO 233 s.2010 Issue Order of Payment for the required fees	None	3 minutes	Senior Fishing Regulations Officer; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
4. Pay the required fees to the BFAR 4A Special Collecting Officer and secure Official Receipt Location: FIQU – Port of Batangas, Brgy. Sta. Clara, Batangas City	4. Accept the payment based on the issued Order of Payment and issue Official Receipt	Possible Fees Breakdown: 100 kg & above: PHP 100 50.1kg to 100kg: PHP 50 10.1kg to 50kg: PHP 30 10kg & below: PHP 20	3 minutes	Senior Fishing Regulations Officer; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
5. Present the issued Official Receipt to the assigned Quarantine Officer for the processing of Local Transport Permit (LTP) Location: FIQU – Port of Batangas, Brgy. Sta. Clara, Batangas City	5. Check the presented official receipt, review the printed LTP, place the stamp seal, attach the issued official receipt. Approve and sign the LTP	None	8 minute/s	Senior Fishing Regulations Officer; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
6. Received the Approved LTP, then fill out Client Satisfaction Survey (CSS) Form Location: FIQU – Port of Batangas, Brgy. Sta. Clara, Batangas City	6. Log/Record the released LTP and receive the accomplished CSS Form	None	5 minute/s	Senior Fishing Regulations Officer; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulations Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	Total Processing Time:		57 minute/s
	Total Processing Fee:		None

Possible Fees:
100 kg and above: PHP 100
50.1 kg to 100 kg: PHP 50
10.1 kg to 50 kg: PHP 30
10 kg and below: PHP 20

Inspection of Cold Storage Warehouse for Issuance of License to Operate (LTO)

This activity is conducted to verify compliance set in Administrative Order 1 S. of 2021 on the
Accreditation of Cold Storage Warehouse Facility

Office or Division:	Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
Category:	External Service
Classification:	Highly Technical
Type of Transaction:	G2B (Government to Business), G2C (Government to Citizen)
Who may avail:	Cold Storage Warehouse Operators
Operating Hours:	8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Statute:	Administrative Order 1 . s. of 2021 – Accreditation of Cold Storage Warehouse Facility

CHECKLIST OF REQUIREMENTS	WHERE TO SECURE
Standard Requirement 1. Duly accomplished, notarized and verified Application Form (1) Original Copy Remarks: For new applicant & renewal; Application Form is available at the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources website (bfar.da.gov.ph)	Applicant / Client
2. Letter of Intent (1) Original Copy	Applicant / Client
3. Floor Plan/Layout showing all storage rooms and other facilities for Specific products (New Applicant) (1) Original Copy	Applicant / Client
4. Recent Photographs (1) Original Copy Remarks: Recent photographs of the inner and outer portions of the CSW (New Applicant); Photographs of additional facilities/improvements, if any (for renewal)	Applicant / Client
5. Updated Business Permit (New Applicant & Renewal) (1) Photo Copy	Agency – Division: Department of Interior and Local Government – Local Government Unit
6. Environment Compliance Certificate (ECC)/Certificate of Non-Coverage (CNC) (1) Photo Copy Remarks: For new applicant & renewal	Agency – Division: Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) – Environmental Management Bureau (EMB)
7. Permit to Operate (Air Pollution Source/Control Installations, Exemption Certificate) (1) Photo Copy Remarks: For New Applicant & Renewal	Agency – Division: Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) – Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) / Laguna Lake Development Authority (LLDA)
8. Business Registration (1) Photo Copy Remarks: For New Applicant & Renewal	Agency – Division: Department of Finance / Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) – Security and Exchange Commission (SEC)
9. Sanitary Permit/Letter of Approval of Water Source and Potability (1) Original Copy Remarks: For New Applicant & Renewal	Agency – Division: Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG)/Department of Health (DOH)/Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) – Local Government Unit (LGU)/National Water Resources Board (NWRB)
10. Reliable recording system for readily available information (1) Original Copy Remarks: For New Applicant	Applicant / Client
11. Rated Capacity (1) Original Copy Remarks: For New Applicant	Applicant / Client
12. List of clientele for the last two (2) years (1) Original Copy Remarks: For New Applicant and Renewal	Applicant / Client
13. List of products/commodity stored (Local & Imported) (1) Original Copy Remarks: For New Applicant & Renewal	Applicant / Client
14. Official Receipt (1) Photo Copy Remarks: Before or after the inspection of Cold Storage Warehouse	Agency – Division: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources – Central Office
A. Situational Requirement – If applicable 1. Waste Water Discharged Permit (1) Photo Copy	Agency – Division: Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) – Environmental Management Bureau (EMB)/Laguna Lake Development Authority (LLDA) Remarks: In case the cold storage facility is also engaged in the processing of agricultural and fisheries products
B. Situational Requirement – If applicable 1. Good Operating Procedures (GOP)/Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) Certificate (1) Photo Copy	Applicant / Client

CLIENT STEPS	AGENCY ACTIONS	FEES TO BE PAID	PROCESSING TIME	PERSON RESPONSIBLE (Designation; Office)
1. Submit the letter of intent/application and documentary requirements to the Records Unit Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang Los Baños, Laguna	1.1. Receive documents, enter in DTS, then forward to Office of the Regional Director (ORD)	None	30 minute/s	Administrative Assistant III; Records Unit- RFO 4A
	1.2. Receive and route documents to Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit Fisheries Inspection Unit (FIU)	None	1 hour/s	Director II; Office of the Regional Director RFO 4A
	1.3. Receive the application form together with the required documents then review and evaluate the documents and its completeness		1 hour/s	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
2. Receive notification on the scheduled inspection and allow inspection team to inspect and facility Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang Los Baños, Laguna	2.1. Notify the clients of the scheduled inspection and conduct onsite inspection of cold storage based on the agreed schedule that covers the following: a. Opening meeting with the cold storage representative b. Walk through in the cold storage premises c. Documents review d. Desk review e. Close door meeting f. Exit meeting with the cold storage representative g. Final report preparation	None	4 working day/s	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	2.2. Review/Evaluate inspection report		30 minute/s	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	2.3. Prepare /Process the Final report along with the documentary requirements and endorsement letter then forward to Office of the Regional Director		1 hour/s	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	2.4. Approval and signature of endorsement letter by the Regional Director and releasing of endorsement to Records Unit		3 working day/s	Director II; Office of the Regional Director RFO 4A
	2.5. Endorsed the signed documents to the Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Division (FIQD) for the issuance of License to Operate (LTO)		1 working day/s	Administrative Assistant III; Records Unit- RFO 4A
3. Receive notification on the approved endorsement forwarded to Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Division (FIQD) Location: Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 4A Purok 3, Brgy. Bambang Los Baños, Laguna	3. Record and notify the client on the approved endorsement	None	10 minutes	Fishing Regulation Officer I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Aquaculturist I; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A Fishing Regulation Officer II; Regional Fisheries Inspection and Quarantine Unit – RFO 4A
	Total Processing Time:		8 working day/s, 4 hour/s, 10 minute/s
	Total Processing Fee:		None