Trade Measures and Regulations
| Name | Type | Class | Summary | Validity From | Validity To |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exportation of animals, animal products or restricted materials | Permit Requirement |
Goods |
28/12/2018 | ||
| Dealing in Vaccines | Permit Requirement |
Goods |
28/12/2018 | ||
| Exempted and Prohibited Telecommunications Equipment | Licensing Requirement |
Goods |
Certain telecommunications equipment listed in Annexure B are exempt from type approval and must be recorded in a register published by the Authority. The Authority can also publish a list of prohibited telecommunications equipment, which cannot be imported, sold, or connected, and may restrict the importation of equipment that poses risks or interference. |
21/08/2023 | |
| Import and Export of Controlled Products | Permit Requirement |
Goods |
The Minister, after consulting with the board, can announce rules in the Gazette to ban or limit the import or export of certain controlled products. These rules may include conditions, such as requiring a permit from the board, with an option to appeal to the Minister. |
22/08/2023 | |
| Application for an Import or Export permit - CITES | Permit Requirement |
Goods |
Anyone who wants to trade or transport species listed under CITES must apply to the CITES Office using the provided form at least five working days before the activity. |
15/08/2011 | |
| Inspection and verification of genetically modified food and feed upon entry into Namibia | Inspection Requirement |
Goods |
01/11/2016 | ||
| Registration as an Exporter of Controlled products | Registration Requirement |
Goods |
31/12/2014 | ||
| Inspection Required to the Importation of Controlled Agronomy and Horticultural Products | Inspection Requirement |
Goods |
At the port of entry, the Border Control Inspector checks all documents to ensure that consignments of controlled products meet import permit conditions and regulations. If the consignment is cleared, it can proceed, but if it's rejected, it will be detained until the issues are resolved. After inland inspection, if the product meets requirements, it will be approved for further processing or distribution; otherwise, a rejection report is issued, and the importer must submit and execute a disposal plan within a set timeframe. |
31/12/2014 | |
| Prohibitions on the Importation of Controlled Agronomy Products | Prohibited Goods |
Goods |
31/12/2014 | ||
| Restrictions related to Importation of Controlled Products: Agronomy and Horticultural | Restriction |
Goods |
Import restrictions may apply to certain controlled products, and permits won't be issued for restricted or soon to be restricted products, with updates regularly published on the Board's website. |
31/12/2014 | |
| Registration Requirements to Import, Export, and Transit Rules to Controlled Agronomy Products | Registration Requirement |
Goods |
31/12/2014 | ||
| Permit Application to Import, Export, Transit Pertaining to Controlled Agronomy Products | Permit Requirement |
Goods |
31/12/2014 | ||
| Importation of Specialised Controlled Agronomy Products | Special |
Goods |
Importing maize meal, wheat flour, and pearl millet flour into Namibia is generally not allowed unless decided otherwise by the board. However, certain specialised agronomic products can be imported with a special permit, and organic products are allowed if they have a third-party organic certificate and meet other requirements. |
31/12/2014 | |
| Small-Scale Importation of Controlled Agronomy Products for Personal and Commercial use | Other |
Goods |
Individuals can import up to 200kg of grains per month for personal use without needing an import permit, but the consignment will be recorded by border inspectors. For commercial imports of 250kg to 500kg per month, an import permit is required, and such imports are not allowed during close border periods. |
31/12/2014 | |
| Importation of Controlled Agronomy Products for Donation | Donations |
Goods |
The NAB can issue import permits for donated horticultural products for humanitarian purposes, but only after considering the local market impact. Importers must complete a form, provide required documents, and follow all import procedures, ensuring that the products are not sold in Namibia and comply with other regulatory requirements. |
31/12/2014 | |
| Importation of Controlled Agronomy Products for Animal Feed | Other |
Goods |
Animal feed imports like white maize, wheat, and pearl millet require NAB approval, but yellow maize can be imported without approval if it's not for human consumption. Importers must obtain an NAB trade import permit, pay permit fees, and ensure inspections by NAB inspectors, who will verify that the products are strictly for animal feed use. Importers are also responsible for inspection costs, and any other necessary permits must be obtained from relevant authorities. |
31/12/2014 | |
| Permit Application to Import, Export, Transit Pertaining to Controlled Horticulture Products | Permit Requirement |
Goods |
Applications for import, export, and transit permits for controlled horticultural products must be submitted to the authorized NAB official through the online system or manually, including required information and documents, and cannot be obtained at port of entry offices. |
31/12/2014 | |
| Small-Scale Importation of Controlled Horticultural Products for Commercial use and Personal use | Other |
Goods |
31/12/2014 | ||
| Importation of Controlled Horticultural Products for Donation | Donations |
Goods |
31/12/2014 | ||
| Restrictions on Importation of Bovines | Restriction |
Goods |
28/12/2018 |