Trade Measures and Regulations
| Name | Type | Class | Summary | Validity From | Validity To |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| Fee to defray expenditure incurred by inspectorate of manufacturers, builders, importers and number plate manufacturers | Licensing Requirement |
Goods |
Registered manufacturers, builders, importers, and number plate manufacturers must pay an annual fee, while those not required to register must pay per vehicle design or modification, and the inspectorate must report fees and costs to the Permanent Secretary annually by June 1st. |
06/04/2001 | |
| Procedure for change of particulars of manufacturer, builder, import(‘r or number plate manufacturer | Licensing Requirement |
Goods |
Registered manufacturers, builders, importers, or number plate manufacturers must notify the Minister of any changes to their details within 21 days, and the Minister will then update the relevant register. |
06/04/2001 | |
| Manner of change of conditions on which manufacturer, builder, importer or number plate manufacturer is registered | Licensing Requirement |
Goods |
The Minister must notify and consider any representations from manufacturers, builders, importers, or number plate manufacturers about changes to their registration conditions and then issue a new registration certificate reflecting these changes. |
06/04/2001 | |
| Roadworthy certificate required in certain circumstances | Licensing Requirement |
Goods |
A registering authority cannot issue a license disc for certain motor vehicles not properly registered or imported by unregistered parties. |
06/04/2001 | |
| General requirements for retro-reflectors | Licensing Requirement |
Goods |
A yellow retro-reflector on a vehicle must be vertical and face sideways, but a vehicle manufactured, built, or imported by a registered party may have a red one instead toward the rear. |
06/04/2001 | |
| Turning radius and wheelbase | Licensing Requirement |
Goods |
A person cannot drive a vehicle on public roads if its wheelbase exceeds nine meters for semi-trailers, 15 meters for bus-trains, or eight-and-a-half meters for other vehicles, unless it has the required certification from the inspectorate of manufacturers, builders, importers, and number plate manufacturers. |
06/04/2001 | |
| Matters relating to registers and records | Licensing Requirement |
Goods |
The Minister will maintain a register of manufacturers, builders, importers, and inspectors, and each manufacturer, builder, or importer must record all motor vehicles they produce or import. |
06/04/2001 | |
| Procedure for hearings | Licensing Requirement |
Goods |
If a person or institution is found guilty, the presiding officer must recommend deregistration and may impose a fine up to N$ 24,000, but importers and similar entities cannot be both deregistered and fined. |
06/04/2001 | |
| Inspectorates | Licensing Requirement |
Goods |
06/04/2001 | ||
| Submission of port orders | General |
Goods |
Importers and shippers must submit separate forms detailing package information, value, and vessel details to the Namport revenue office during specified hours. |
05/06/2001 | |
| Delivery of uncleared cargo or goods | General |
Goods |
If ISO containers can’t be delivered to the consignee within three days after the vessel unloads them, they will be moved to a licensed depot at the cost of the container operator, importer, or vessel owner, and Namport will not be liable for these containers. |
05/06/2001 | |
| Manifest of Cargo | General |
Goods |
In cases where more than one container operator is involved in the venture, the container operators shall elect one of themselves to represent the group, and this operator shall be responsible for the provision of import container lists as specified in paragraphs (a) and (b). |
05/06/2001 | |
| Importation of live marine resources | General |
Goods |
07/12/2001 | ||
| 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 | |
| Import and export of live aquatic organisms | Permit Requirement |
Goods |
You need written permission from the Minister to import or export aquatic organisms. The Minister can set conditions for approval, inspect, and take action on the organisms, including quarantine or destruction if necessary. |
30/12/2002 | |
| 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 | |
| Exportation of Meat | Registration Requirement |
Goods |
Meat can only be exported from high-capacity, registered facilities. Owners must register their abattoirs or plants as export establishments. The meat must be marked as required by the importing country, and the container used for export must be sealed with a unique number at the time of loading. |
17/09/2004 | |
| Importation of Meat | Permit Requirement |
Goods |
To apply for an import permit, an importer must complete and submit the official form. Providing false information is a punishable offense. Imported meat must be stored to prevent contamination, with security measures to avoid tampering, and relevant documents must be available for inspection. Veterinary checks must confirm the meat’s safety, link it to the import permit, check temperature maintenance, and ensure no contamination occurred during transport |
17/09/2004 | |
| Prohibition of certain actions without authorisation, licence and registration | Prohibited Goods |
Goods |
No person may possess, import, export, or transport any radiation source or nuclear material unless explicitly authorized by a license. Additionally, no one may instruct or permit others to perform these activities on their behalf without such authorization. |
16/05/2005 |