Updated October 16, 2026. The Customs Brokers Licensure Examination (CBLE) is given by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) and the Professional Regulatory Board for Customs Brokers. The next exam is on November 17 and 18, 2026 (Tuesday and Wednesday), and PRC targets the release of results on November 23, 2026. The filing deadline is Monday, October 19, 2026, so applicants who have not yet filed should finish their LERIS application and PRC appointment before then. This guide covers the 2026 schedule, testing centers, who can take the exam, requirements, subjects, the passing rule and how to apply.
Customs Broker Board Exam 2026 Schedule
| Detail | November 2026 Customs Brokers Licensure Examination |
|---|---|
| Exam dates | November 17 and 18, 2026 (Tuesday and Wednesday) |
| Application opening | August 19, 2026 |
| Filing deadline | October 19, 2026 (Monday) |
| Testing centers | NCR, Butuan, Cebu, Lucena, Davao and Koronadal |
| Target results release | November 23, 2026 |
Source: PRC 2026 schedule of licensure examinations (Resolution No. 2113, s. 2025). PRC generally does not accept applications after the filing deadline, so do not wait for the last day, when appointment slots can run out. After filing, check your room and building assignment on PRC’s Room Assignment page a few days before the exam. For all other 2026 exams, see our PRC board exam schedule.
Who Can Take the Exam
Under Section 16 of Republic Act No. 9280 (the Customs Brokers Act of 2004), an applicant must establish to the satisfaction of the Board, at the time of filing, that they:
- Are a citizen of the Philippines, or of a foreign country whose citizens may take the exam under the reciprocity provision of the law
- Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Customs Administration
- Are of good moral character and have not been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude
Requirements
Always follow the documentary checklist shown in PRC LERIS for the Customs Broker exam, since PRC may update it. Documents commonly required of first-time board exam applicants include:
- PSA birth certificate
- PSA marriage certificate, for married female applicants using their married name
- Transcript of Records with a scanned picture and the remark “For Board Examination Purposes”
- Recent passport-size photos in the format PRC specifies in LERIS
- Repeaters: the Notice of Admission (NOA) or other proof of a previous exam, as shown in LERIS
Bring the originals and any photocopies PRC asks for to your appointment. Pay the examination fee through the payment options in LERIS and confirm the amount shown on screen.
Customs Broker Board Exam Subjects
Section 15 of R.A. 9280 lists the written examination subjects as including, but not limited to:
- Customs Laws and Implementing Rules and Regulations
- Tariff Laws and International Trade Agreements
- Practical Computation of Customs Duties, Taxes and Other Charges
- Documentations, Professional Ethics, Customs Procedures and Practices
- Warehousing and Cargo Handling Operations
The law allows the Board to recluster, rearrange, modify, add or remove subjects as needed, so follow the official November 2026 examination program and the instructions in your NOA. PRC posts exam programs on its Downloads page.
Passing Rule
Under Section 17 of R.A. 9280, you pass if you get an average of at least 75% in all subjects, with no rating below 60% in any subject. Passers must take the professional oath before practicing (Section 26) and register with PRC to receive their Certificate of Registration and Professional Identification Card.
How to Apply Through PRC LERIS
- Go to PRC Online Services (LERIS) and sign in or create an account.
- Choose the examination application and select Customs Broker.
- Pick the November 2026 exam and your preferred testing center (NCR, Butuan, Cebu, Lucena, Davao or Koronadal) from the available slots.
- Pay the application fee through the payment options shown in LERIS.
- Go to your PRC appointment on or before October 19, 2026 with your documents, then keep your Notice of Admission for exam day.
For a longer walkthrough, see our PRC LERIS registration guide.
Previous Customs Broker Board Exam Results
| Exam | Passers / examinees | Passing rate | Released |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2025 | 2,238 / 3,078 | 72.71% | November 20, 2025 |
| November 2024 | 1,265 / 2,871 | 44.06% | November 29, 2024 |
| November 2023 | 1,579 / 2,767 | 57.07% | November 14, 2023 |
| November 2022 | 873 / 1,879 | 46.46% | — |
Sources: The Summit Express, November 2025 CBLE results and November 2024 CBLE results, reproducing the PRC announcements. November 2023 and 2022 figures are from our Customs Broker results page.
What’s Next
Filing closes on October 19, 2026. The exam follows on November 17 and 18, 2026, and PRC targets the results on November 23, 2026. We will post the list of passers, topnotchers and performance of schools on our Customs Broker board exam results page once PRC releases them.
Related Pages
Results tracker: CBLE results and list of passers. Past topnotchers and school performance: Top 10 Customs Broker results and top schools in the CBLE.
Sources: PRC 2026 exam calendar, PRC Resolution No. 2113, s. 2025 (PDF), Republic Act No. 9280 (Customs Brokers Act of 2004), PRC LERIS, and The Summit Express. Updated October 16, 2026.
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