Commodity

7103 Precious stones (excluding diamonds) and semi-precious stones, whether or not worked or graded but not strung, mounted or set; ungraded precious stones (excluding diamonds) and semi-precious stones, temporarily strung for convenience of transport

Type	Class	Valid From	Valid To
Prohibited Goods	Goods	01/04/2000
No one is allowed to export unpolished diamonds from Namibia unless they meet specific criteria: they must be a producer, a holder of a prospecting licence, a dealer, a permit holder, or acting under a lawful agreement with one of these parties. Violating this law is a serious offense, punishable by a fine of up to N$1,000,000, up to 20 years in prison, or both.

Type	Class	Valid From	Valid To
General	Goods	01/04/2000
Anyone planning to export polished diamonds of a specified weight from Namibia must notify the Minister at least 14 days in advance. The Minister may examine the diamonds within this period to confirm they are polished. If confirmed, the diamonds must be sealed before export. If the Minister does not examine the diamonds within 14 days, they can be exported without examination or sealing. Violating these regulations can result in a fine of up to N$1,000,000, up to 20 years in prison, or both.

Type	Class	Valid From	Valid To
Restriction	Goods	31/12/1992
No person may export minerals from Namibia without written permission from the Commissioner, unless they hold a relevant licence or are exempted by law. Failure to comply with this requirement can result in a fine of up to R20,000 or imprisonment for up to two years.