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NEARLY 66% OF CUSTOMS DECLARATIONS ASSIGNED TO THE GREEN CHANNEL IN THE FIRST 8 MONTHS OF 2025 – OPPORTUNITIES FOR FASTER CLEARANCE
Did you know that in the first eight months of 2025, nearly 66% of customs declarations in Vietnam were assigned to the green channel? This is a highly positive signal for import-export businesses, as green channel declarations allow for faster clearance, saving significant time and costs.
Breakdown of customs declaration channels in the first 8 months (Source: Vietnam Customs)
From July 15 to August 14, 2025, the Customs Department processed 1,871,377 declarations, of which:
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Green channel: 66.97% (1,253,193 declarations – the highest among all channels)
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Yellow channel: 30.52% (571,150 declarations)
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Red channel: 2.51% (47,034 declarations)
These figures reflect Vietnam Customs’ efforts to strengthen risk management, streamline clearance procedures, and create maximum convenience for businesses.
From January to mid-August 2025, the Customs Department handled 12,176,333 declarations, up by more than 1.5 million compared to the same period in 2024. Of these:
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Green channel: 65.66% (7,994,404 declarations)
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Yellow channel: 31.59% (3,846,347 declarations)
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Red channel: 2.75% (335,582 declarations)
This positive trend shows that goods are cleared more quickly, with fewer physical inspections required, helping businesses accelerate delivery schedules.
THE SIGNIFICANCE OF A HIGH GREEN CHANNEL RATE
A high percentage of green channel declarations demonstrates a strong shift in customs management, helping businesses:
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Save clearance time: goods are released faster without physical inspection.
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Reduce logistics costs: avoid warehouse and demurrage fees caused by delays.
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Increase competitiveness: shorten delivery lead times and meet international commitments.
For customs authorities, risk management and IT application allow for more targeted inspections, better efficiency, reduced workload, and greater transparency.
CUSTOMS REFORM – MOVING TOWARD 100% DIGITAL DOCUMENTS
Recent reforms have eliminated many supplementary documents, such as weighing slips, inspection reports, and survey minutes. Other documents (contracts, appendices, bills of lading, payment records, and specialized permits) have been integrated into the electronic management system.
Customs has also shortened verification times and encouraged enterprises to submit documents online, aiming for 100% electronic processing via the customs declaration system or the national single-window portal. This reduces risks, saves time, and avoids procedural overlap.
WHAT SHOULD BUSINESSES DO TO OPTIMIZE GREEN CHANNEL RATES?
To maximize the benefits of the green channel, businesses must ensure accuracy and completeness in customs documentation. Even minor errors can cause a declaration to be shifted to the yellow or red channel, resulting in delays and added costs.
This is why many companies turn to professional logistics providers like Dolphin Sea Air, which offers:
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Customs declaration services
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Process optimization consulting
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Document preparation support to minimize risks of yellow/red channel assignment
With an experienced team of specialists, Dolphin Sea Air helps businesses save time, reduce costs, and take full advantage of trade facilitation policies.
CONTACT DOLPHIN SEA AIR FOR FASTER CLEARANCE
Looking to increase your green channel declaration rate?
Contact Dolphin Sea Air for end-to-end support – from document preparation and customs declaration to successful clearance. Our goal: faster clearance – on-time delivery – cost optimization.
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With thousands of declarations processed annually, Dolphin Sea Air is proud to be a trusted partner of leading import-export businesses.
