Trade Measures and Regulations
| Name | Type | Class | Summary | Validity From | Validity To |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methylated spirit and Yeast | General |
Goods |
The Minister is empowered to make regulations concerning the control and management of activities related to methylated spirit, including its manufacture, import, export, and sale. These regulations also cover the licensing of factories and individuals, as well as the maintenance of records for these activities. |
22/12/2001 | |
| Kinds of permits | Permit Requirement |
Goods |
The Minister has the authority to grant permits for various activities related to unpolished diamonds and diamondiferous materials for individuals not otherwise authorized by the Act. These activities include possessing, selling, buying, exporting, importing, and polishing unpolished diamonds, as well as handling diamondiferous concentrates and certain materials like sand or gravel that may contain diamonds. Permits can also allow entry, residence, travel, work, or visits in restricted areas, with conditions specified in the permit. |
01/04/2000 | |
| Regulations | General |
Goods |
The Minister has the authority to create regulations necessary to achieve the goals of the Act. These regulations can cover various aspects, such as health certification for aquatic organisms, disease control, and the regulation of import, export, and sale of aquaculture products. |
31/12/2002 | |
| Conditions upon which manufacturer, builder or importer may be registered | Licensing Requirement |
Goods |
The Minister can require that motor vehicle manufacturers, builders, or importers notify the inspectorate of their activities, obtain and hold a model number, and may also require police clearance and a roadworthy certificate for registration. |
06/04/2001 | |
| Report of Arrival or Departure of Ships or Aircraft | General |
Goods |
The master of any ship or pilot of any aircraft arriving in Namibia must lodge a cargo declaration with Customs, answer related questions, and produce necessary documents. They must comply with designated places of entry unless forced by uncontrollable circumstances, and obtain clearance for departures, following prescribed regulations and conditions. |
01/08/1998 | |
| Liability for export levy | Duty/Tax Payable |
Services |
The liability for an export levy on goods begins when a customs declaration is lodged and a levy status document is issued, and ends when the levy is fully paid, with the levy being a debt owed to the State. |
01/06/2016 | |
| 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 | |
| Powers and duties of inspectorate of manufacturers, builders, importers and number plate manufacturer | Licensing Requirement |
Goods |
The inspectorate evaluates and monitors manufacturers, builders, importers, and number plate manufacturers to ensure compliance with regulations, and makes recommendations to the Minister about registration and standards. They can inspect, test, and enter premises without notice, and advise or recommend changes to registration based on compliance. |
06/04/2001 | |
| Radiation Protection and Waste Disposal Regulations: Atomic Energy and Radiation Protection Act, 2005 (Act No. 5 of 2005) | General |
Goods |
The Director-General can grant type approval for consumer products if they are unlikely to pose a significant risk of exposure to ionizing radiation. Approved products fall into categories where possession, import, or use does not require further authorization if they don't significantly increase radiation exposure. Anyone importing a radiation source without radioactive material must notify customs, which will authorize the import and notify the Director-General. This authorization is valid for one month and does not cover further use or possession. Importers must ensure products have clear labels indicating the presence of radioactive material and provide usage instructions. Additionally, containers of radioactive materials from recognized foreign suppliers are deemed compliant if they meet their home country's regulations. Importers of sealed sources with high activity levels must have a contractual agreement for the return of the source after its useful life and submit this agreement to the relevant authority. They must return the source within 15 years or manage its disposal at their own cost. |
16/01/2012 | |
| Assessment and Re - Assessment | Duty/Tax Payable |
Services |
The customs authority must check if goods need an export levy, calculate the amount if required, and either accept the self-assessment or make its own assessment of the levy. |
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| Re-Assessment by Customs Authority | Duty/Tax Payable |
Services |
The customs authority can re-assess the export levy on goods at any time, regardless of their export status or whether payment has been made. If the re-assessment results in a higher levy, they will recover the extra amount; if it's lower, they will refund the excess and notify the exporter in writing. |
01/06/2016 | |
| Opening of Packages in Absence of Importer or Exporter | General |
Goods |
The Controller can open and inspect any container or package suspected of being imported, landed, or exported from Namibia in the absence of the importer or exporter, but must first attempt to locate and notify them to allow them the opportunity to be present during the inspection. |
01/08/1998 | |
| Maintenance of records | General |
Goods |
The competent authority must keep detailed and accurate records of all goods in and out of an export processing zone, including their quantity, value, and handling details, and ensure these records are accessible to officers and the Commissioner. |
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| Competent Authority Responsibility and Supervision | General |
Goods |
The competent authority is responsible for supervising goods in export processing zones, ensuring access for officers, maintaining detailed records, securing goods, and managing proper storage, handling, and annual reconciliations of goods. |
29/04/1996 | |
| Refund of Tax and Tax Relief | Duty/Tax Payable |
Services |
The Commissioner may refund tax on goods purchased in Namibia and exported by non-Namibian passport holders, if they provide original invoices and proof of export, and non-residents can get a tax refund within 30 days if they submit proof of tax paid and export. |
27/11/2000 | |
| Quarantine Stations | Inspection Requirement |
Goods |
The Chief Veterinary Officer, with the Minister's approval, can set up quarantine stations on state land in Namibia. These stations will handle the detention, inspection, and treatment of animals and animal products to prevent the spread of diseases. |
20/04/2011 | |
| Prohibition to Export from the Territory any Karakul Pelts | Prohibited Goods |
Goods |
The board, with the approval of the Council of Ministers, can prohibit the export of karakul pelts unless a permit is issued. They may also require that exported pelts meet specific quality standards, based on recommendations from a representative body of producers. |
06/10/2022 | |
| Powers of board | Permit Requirement |
Goods |
The board has the authority, with the Minister's approval, to require certain people or groups involved with controlled products to keep records and provide information. It can also prohibit the sale or export of controlled products unless the producer or speculator is registered and meets the board's conditions. Additionally, no one can export controlled products from Namibia without a permit issued by the board if such exports are prohibited. |
22/08/2023 | |
| Import Permit to be Presented at Place of Entry | Permit Requirement |
Goods |
The importer of poultry products must present the import permit for verification to an officer at the entry point into Namibia. |
05/04/2013 | |
| Customs Supervision | General |
Goods |
Supervisors can check export processing zone enterprises by auditing records, counting goods, examining transactions, and reviewing security and storage conditions. They can also inspect goods and search people, vehicles, and packages entering or leaving the zone. |
29/04/1996 |