Trade Measures and Regulations
| Name | Type | Class | Summary | Validity From | Validity To |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clearance and origin of goods, liability for and payment of duties | General |
Goods |
01/08/1998 | ||
| ANTI-DUMPING, COUNTERVAILING AND SAFEGUARD DUTIES | General |
Goods |
01/08/1998 | ||
| Licencing | Licensing Requirement |
Goods |
01/08/1998 | ||
| Value | General |
Goods |
01/08/1998 | ||
| REBATES, REFUNDS AND DRAWBACKS OF DUTY | General |
Goods |
01/08/1998 | ||
| Offences and Penalties | Duty/Tax Payable |
Goods |
01/08/1998 | ||
| Removal of Animal Hair and Bristles | Permit Requirement |
Goods |
28/12/2018 | ||
| Inspection Required when Exporting of Swakara Pelts and Swakara Wool | Inspection Requirement |
Goods |
22/11/1982 | ||
| Application requirement when Exporting of Swakara Pelt and Swakara Wool | Registration Requirement |
Goods |
22/11/1982 | ||
| Infant Nutrition. Manufacture and disposal of infant food | SPS |
Goods |
A person cannot manufacture, sell, or otherwise manage infant food or dairy products that are unsafe for infants, and the Minister must create policies to support breastfeeding in line with international standards. |
17/09/2020 | |
| Reduction of Demand for Tobbacco Products | General |
Goods |
The legislation prohibits the advertisement, sponsorship, and promotion of tobacco products. Specifically, no person may publish or broadcast advertisements related to tobacco use or utilize tobacco trademarks for advertising any organization or event. Manufacturers, importers, distributors, or retailers of tobacco products are banned from organizing or financially contributing to activities in Namibia. Retailers can post signs indicating the availability and price of tobacco products at points of sale without violating this law. The sale or display of replica toys or candy products resembling tobacco is also prohibited. The Minister may issue regulations for phasing out existing sponsorships and addressing advertising matters. Violations of these provisions can result in fines of up to N$200,000 or imprisonment for up to 10 years, or both. Additionally, tobacco product packaging must include health warnings and specify the constituents present, with non-compliance also resulting in similar penalties. |
01/04/2014 | |
| Seed dealers to be registered | General |
Goods |
To sell, keep for sale, offer to sell, barter, import, export, or otherwise supply seeds in Namibia, a person must be registered as a seed dealer. Registration requires an application to the Registrar, along with the prescribed fee, and is granted based on the applicant meeting requirements related to infrastructure, equipment, technical ability, and knowledge. Once registered, dealers must provide the Registrar with information about seed stocks, lots, expiry dates, and related details. The Registrar has the authority to suspend or cancel a dealer's registration if it was obtained through misrepresentation or if the dealer violates the Act's provisions. Failure to comply with these regulations, including operating without registration or not providing required information, is an offence punishable by a fine up to N$10,000, imprisonment for up to 12 months, or both. |
31/12/2018 | |
| Powers which Minister may Exercise in the Interests of Public Safety or the Maintenance of Law and Order or in order to Prohibit or Restrict Importation or Possession of Certain Articles | General |
Goods |
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| Inspection of imported plants, plant products and regulated article | Inspection Requirement |
Goods |
Inspections must occur between 08:00 and 17:00, Monday to Friday, and any inspection outside these hours requires a payment, while a clearance certificate will be issued upon payment of the specified fee. |
27/06/2012 | |
| Exporting of motor vehicle | Licensing Requirement |
Goods |
Motor vehicle owners who plan to export their vehicle must notify the registering authority, which will update the vehicle's records and acknowledge the notification. |
06/04/2001 | |
| Steering mechanism | Licensing Requirement |
Goods |
A person cannot operate a left-hand drive vehicle registered after 1 January 2003 on a public road, unless it is imported or exported for testing, assessment, or development with a special permit. |
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| Date and conditions on which motor vehicle is to be registered | Licensing Requirement |
Goods |
Liability for registering a motor vehicle in Namibia arises when the vehicle arrives in Namibia or is cleared by customs, if imported after a date set by the Minister. |
06/04/2001 | |
| Manner of application for registration of motor vehicle | Licensing Requirement |
Goods |
You must apply to register a motor vehicle within 21 days after the liability date using the approved form. For a new vehicle, the application must include a certificate from the manufacturer or importer with details such as the chassis number, engine number, make, model, and other specific information. |
06/04/2001 | |
| Additional requirements for registration of motor vehicle that is registered outside borders of Namibia | Licensing Requirement |
Goods |
When registering a motor vehicle from outside Namibia, you need proof of customs compliance, the vehicle's registration documents from its home country, and a police clearance or SARPCCO certificate. |
06/04/2001 | |
| Samples of Vaccines | Permit Requirement |
Goods |
28/12/2018 |