Import and export control this pamphlet is designed to introduce south africas import and export control measures administered by the international trade administration commission of south africa itac in terms of section 6 of the international trade administration act, 2002, act 71 of 2002. To import any commodity into kenya, an importer will have to enlist the services of a clearing agent who will process the import documentation through kenya customs electronically on the simba 2005 system and clear the goods on your behalf. Export means to take or cause goods to be taken out of partner states. These 12 export solutions give you advice, tools and market intelligence for a successful international sales strategy trade professionals at the u. The government of kenya gok recently added another certificate of export import permit for gm containing products that must be presented by the tradeagent at the point of import into kenya. Export essential steps the following steps outline the main export procedures. Raw hides and skins which are chargeable to export levy at the rate of 80% of fob value or usd 0. Those intending to enter into international trade for the first time are the target. Depending with the item to be imported, the import tax rates vary between 0%, 10% and 25% as provided by the east africa community common external tariff cet.
To export means to take or cause to be taken out of the partner state. See also the article importexport procedures in ethiopia 1. The minister of finance, by notice in the kenya gazette, may amend the rates of duty for exports by increasing or decreasing them. Lead times are available on the kenya ports authority website ke. Kenya trade statistics wits data on export, import. However, sensitive items attract duty higher than 25%. In kenya, export duties are charged on raw hides and skins, and scrap metal. Customs procedure code cpc is used for both imports and exports to identify the nature of the movement of the goods. Residents of kenya are free to import up to 500,000 kenyan shillings and an unlimited amount of foreign currency. Handbook on importing and exporting in kenya pdf 470kb. The system is now able to process export and import permits issued by the kenya bureau of standards kebs, kenya plant health inspectorate services kephis and the department of veterinary services dvs, and once fully operational will integrate 25 government agencies that are involved in importexport certification and clearance. Here are some major points on the regulation of import and export license.
Export customs procedures uganda revenue authority. Exporters should seriously consider having the freight forwarder handle the formidable amount of documentation that exporting requires. The regulations require any persons involved in gmo import for consumptions o research. Trade facilitation project in kenya handbook on importing and exporting in kenya final report prepared by. Only the following initial documents are required to export. All customs procedures are declared in a single entry form known as c63. The importer or agent completes the entry and assesses duty and taxes. Handbook on importing and exporting in kenya ministry of. Gmo export to any country and gmo transit from one country to another through kenya to seek approval from the national biosafety authority. The purpose of this document is to present the standard operating procedures sop for the above mentioned procedures facilitated through the kenya electronic single window system kesws. Exports are free of duty and taxes except for three items. In general, customs duty is levied at rates between 0% and 100%, with an average rate of 25%. This report details other required certificates and complements the fairs country report. Customs kenya presentation by the kenya revenue authority.
Kenya food and agricultural import regulations and. Who can import to ethiopia and export goods out of ethiopia. What are the export registration procedures, export customs process, export cargo movement methods in kenya. With effect from 29th september 2005, kebs implemented the preexport verification of conformity pvoc to standards. Arrange empty container pick up and full container return to terminal 3. Find your procedure by using the search bar and click on the procedure to see the. Guide to export of fresh and processed mango in kenya. The information provided here is part of online export import business guide course how to send export samples to foreign buyer.
Mango production in kenya has for a very long time been dominated by the coastal region and the greater ukambani areas of machakos, kitui and makueni counties. Almaco management consultants ltd and emerging market economics august 2005. For this one has just to calculate cost of production with packing and transportation charges and add profit. Exports in kenya decreased to 61106 million kes in february from 61106. The export processing procedures are similar to those for imports but simpler. Pdf export and import procedures documentations wu. The purpose of this handbook is to provide those wishing to enter into international trade with basic information that will assist them in understanding and participating effectively in the process. Kenya trade network agency standard operating procedure application and processing of pharmaceutical import permit. Imports into kenya are subject to a standard vat rate of 16%, levied on the sum of the cif value, duty, and other.
The fourth schedule of the customs and excise act specifies the goods upon which export duties are charged and the rates applicable. It is assumed that this category of users know nothing or very little about international trade. Kenya imports documents required customs clearance. Ensure all goods to be imported meet kenyan standards as prescribed by the. But in case of export, quoting of price means many things. Export documents are more complex than those used for domestic sales due to the special characteristics of international trade.
To export into kenya once in a long while, you require no registration at all but need to submit to testing and inspection procedures and have a certificate of conformity issued as confirmation that you have met all of the required guidelines for making that oneoff export. Sending export samples is a simple procedure under export and import. Export and import procedures business ireland kenya. Learn how to export, connect with foreign buyers, handle trade challenges and expand operations in new markets. Indian agri trade junction provide useful information for exporters regarding export documentation and procedures. Local customs office and contacts more information on import declaration procedures and import restrictions can be found on the kenya customs website. Import procedures have to be followed in order to clear goods from customs control as per the east african community customs management act eaccma 2004. Gtspmkpveigdeg11 page 2 of 9 kenya bureau of standards p export verification of conformity to standards 01 feb 15 the republic of kenya exporter and importer guidelines detailed exporter and importer guidelines how to obtain a certificate of conformity the pvoc compliance procedures are designed to provide maximum.
The documents required during the import process are. Importation of goods into kenya is an elaborate process that entails various documentation and procedures. Oec kenya ken exports, imports, and trade partners. The export of fresh and processed mangoes, to which this document is dedicated, is a handbook that will guide kenyan smes with intention of investing in this subsector. Similarly customs clearance formalities for goods meant for export have to be fulfilled by presenting a shipping bill and other related documents.
Handbook on importing and exporting in kenya ministry of industry. An export order, simply stated, means that there should be an agreement in the form of a document, between the exporter and importer before the exporter actually starts producing or procuring goods for shipment. Kenya import statistics kenya trade data export genius. National biosafety authority biosafety regulations. This page provides the latest reported value for kenya exports plus previous releases. The handbook is therefore made simple and practical, showing stepbystep procedures on how to carry out the different transactions required to export or import. Cma cgm kenya meets all the expectations of its customers by offering reliable and tailored solutions towards all ports of the world. Kenya is the 101st largest export economy in the world and the 89th most complex economy according to the economic complexity index eci. The importer is responsible for applying for the idf but may use a clearing and forwarding agent to consult or input this into the orbus system. Single customs territory procedures and manual infotrade kenya. Kenya applies tariffs based on the international harmonized system hs of product classification, and applies duties and tariffs of the east african community eac common external tariff. Import means goods and services brought to tanzania from a foreign country. Caricom states apply a cet on nonqualifying goods and on goods which originate from outside of member states. Kenya customs regulations and procedures for importing and exporting goods at border.
Processing of an export order starts with the receipt of an export order. Some of you may need a support on procedures to send export samples to your buyer at foreign country. Since pvoc is a conformity assessment process to verify that products imported to kenya are in compliance with the. Answers to frequently asked questions regarding export procedure from kenya, provided by your local cma cgm agencies in nairobi and mombasa.
These documents are verified for correctness of assessment and after examination of the goods, if warranted, let export order is given on the shipping bill. Imports to tanzania are subjected to different stages whereby the importer is advised to make declaration through. Import declaration fee is charged on all imports at a rate of 2. Get kenya trade data of imports to check kenya import statistics and view what product import with importers name, trading partners name, value, qty etc. Export solutions international trade administration. This beautiful countrys economic success is thriving through a strong private sector that developed under marketfriendly policies, hailed as the regions most vibrant and dynamic. He then pays duties and taxes at the bank and presents the entry plus all. Procedure for clearance of imported and export goods.
The biosafety import, export and transit regulations, 20111. The sensitive items are listed in the schedule 2 of the eac common external tariff. Please click individual steps for detailed information. Below you will find a helpful procedure for your export. Application and processing of pharmaceutical import permit. Kitts nevis claude a paul 12012 this report is presented as part the fulfillment of the terms of reference for contract no. Grow your business with kenya import data which is based on kenya customs data of icds, sea and air import shipments. Department of commerces international trade administration, developed this toolkit. The kenyan bureau of standards kebs, a statutory organization of the government of kenya, is responsible for the adoption and application of standards for both imported and domestically manufactured products in the kenyan market. Ministry of industry, trade and cooperatives, kenya. Bill of lading collection payment method outbound telex release procedure.
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