Coffee

Preliminary registrations and licenses

Obtain coffee export license A trader wishing to export coffee is required to have a coffee export license which is issued annually by Uganda Coffee Development Authority.

Register a grading facility The facility where coffee for export is graded and color sorted is inspected, registered and regulated by Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA)

Obtain performance bond A coffee trader is required to have a performance bond as one of the requirements for applying for a coffee export license. This can be obtained from any commercial bank or insurance company.

Obtain quality mark permit online A quality mark permit is mandatory for the export of processed products. For non processed products, a trader exporting to countries that recognize the Ugandan distinctive mark of quality may choose or need to obtain a quality mark permit. It is issued by Uganda National Bureau of Standards.

Register as an exporter with Ministry of Agriculture A trader wishing to export fresh or dry produce must register with the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) to obtain an exporter number and for issuance of phytosanitary certificates.

Register on E Single Window An exporter will need to register and obtain credentials to be able to access the Ascyuda world system and e-Single window for purposes for obtaining certificates of origin from Uganda Revenue Authority

Register as an exporter on the esingle window portal

Traders are required to register with Uganda Revenue Authority in order to be able to obtain Certificates of origin.

Register as an exporter with Uganda Export Promotion Board All exporters need to register with Uganda Export Promotions Board. This registration grants access to market information and trade fairs.

Permits - per consignment

Quality certificate and ICO Certificate of origin All exporters of coffee are required to obtain an International Coffee Organization (ICO) Certificate of Origin for each consignment as required by the International Coffee Organisation. A quality certificate is also issued to confirm that the coffee is of good quality and meets International standard requirements. These are issued by Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA).

Obtain phytosanitary certificate for coffee

Traders are required to have a phytosanitary certificate for every consignment of fresh and dry produce that is for export. This certificate states that the consignment is free of any regulated pests and disease and conforms to the requirements of the importing country. It is issued by Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries

Certificate of origin

Clearance

Point of exit/entry

Full procedure - For a first time trader

Coffee export- full procedure This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of unprocessed coffee, of more than $2000 of value, for the first time out of Uganda, via Malaba.

Tea

Preliminary registrations and licenses

Obtain quality mark permit online A quality mark permit is mandatory for the export of processed products. For non processed products, a trader exporting to countries that recognize the Ugandan distinctive mark of quality may choose or need to obtain a quality mark permit. It is issued by Uganda National Bureau of Standards.

Register as an exporter with Ministry of Agriculture A trader wishing to export fresh or dry produce must register with the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) to obtain an exporter number and for issuance of phytosanitary certificates.

Register on E Single Window An exporter will need to register and obtain credentials to be able to access the Ascyuda world system and e-Single window for purposes for obtaining certificates of origin from Uganda Revenue Authority

Register as an exporter on the esingle window portal

Traders are required to register with Uganda Revenue Authority in order to be able to obtain Certificates of origin.

Register as an exporter with Uganda Export Promotion Board All exporters need to register with Uganda Export Promotions Board. This registration grants access to market information and trade fairs.

Permits - per consignment

Certificate of origin

Clearance

Point of exit/entry

Full procedure - For a first time trader

Tea export-Full procedure for a first time trader

Cement

Preliminary registrations and licenses

Obtain quality mark permit online A quality mark permit is mandatory for the export of processed products. For non processed products, a trader exporting to countries that recognize the Ugandan distinctive mark of quality may choose or need to obtain a quality mark permit. It is issued by Uganda National Bureau of Standards.

Register on E Single Window An exporter will need to register and obtain credentials to be able to access the Ascyuda world system and e-Single window for purposes for obtaining certificates of origin from Uganda Revenue Authority

Register as an exporter on the esingle window portal

Traders are required to register with Uganda Revenue Authority in order to be able to obtain Certificates of origin.

Register as an exporter with Uganda Export Promotion Board All exporters need to register with Uganda Export Promotions Board. This registration grants access to market information and trade fairs.

Permits - per consignment

Certificate of origin

Clearance

Point of exit/entry

Full procedure - For a first time trader

Cement export-full procedure This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of cement of more than $2000 of value, for the first time out of Uganda, via Mpondwe.

Maize

Preliminary registrations and licenses

Obtain quality mark permit online A quality mark permit is mandatory for the export of processed products. For non processed products, a trader exporting to countries that recognize the Ugandan distinctive mark of quality may choose or need to obtain a quality mark permit. It is issued by Uganda National Bureau of Standards.

Register as an exporter with Ministry of Agriculture A trader wishing to export fresh or dry produce must register with the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) to obtain an exporter number and for issuance of phytosanitary certificates.

Register on E Single Window An exporter will need to register and obtain credentials to be able to access the Ascyuda world system and e-Single window for purposes for obtaining certificates of origin from Uganda Revenue Authority

Register as an exporter on the esingle window portal

Traders are required to register with Uganda Revenue Authority in order to be able to obtain Certificates of origin.

Register as an exporter with Uganda Export Promotion Board All exporters need to register with Uganda Export Promotions Board. This registration grants access to market information and trade fairs.

Permits - per consignment

Obtain certificate of fumigation

A certificate of fumigation is necessary for markets which request for it in the import permit. It is issued by approved fumigation firms.

Certificate of origin

Obtain electronic phytosanitary certificate Traders are required to have a phytosanitary certificate for every consignment of fresh and dry produce that is for export. This certificate states that the consignment is free of any regulated pests and disease and conforms to the requirements of the importing country. It is issued by Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries.

Clearance

Point of exit/entry

Full procedure - For a first time trader

Maize-Full procedure for a first time trader This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of maize, of more than $2000 of value, for the first time out of Uganda, via Busia border.

Fruits and vegetables

Preliminary registrations and licenses

Register a new packhouse The facility where produce for export is kept has to undergo inspection by Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries and if it conforms with the set standards, registered as a recognised pack house.

Obtain quality mark permit online A quality mark permit is mandatory for the export of processed products. For non processed products, a trader exporting to countries that recognize the Ugandan distinctive mark of quality may choose or need to obtain a quality mark permit. It is issued by Uganda National Bureau of Standards.

Register as an exporter with Ministry of Agriculture A trader wishing to export fresh or dry produce must register with the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) to obtain an exporter number and for issuance of phytosanitary certificates.

Register on E Single Window An exporter will need to register and obtain credentials to be able to access the Ascyuda world system and e-Single window for purposes for obtaining certificates of origin from Uganda Revenue Authority

Register as an exporter on the esingle window portal

Traders are required to register with Uganda Revenue Authority in order to be able to obtain Certificates of origin.

Register as an exporter with Uganda Export Promotion Board All exporters need to register with Uganda Export Promotions Board. This registration grants access to market information and trade fairs.

Permits - per consignment

Certificate of origin

Obtain electronic phytosanitary certificate Traders are required to have a phytosanitary certificate for every consignment of fresh and dry produce that is for export. This certificate states that the consignment is free of any regulated pests and disease and conforms to the requirements of the importing country. It is issued by Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries.

Clearance

Point of exit/entry

Full procedure - For a first time trader

Fruits and vegetables-Full procedure for a first time trader This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of fruits and vegetables, of more than $2000 of value, for the first time out of Uganda, via Entebbe International Airport.

Flowers

Preliminary registrations and licenses

Register with the flower exporters association Traders intending to export flowers are advised to first register with the Uganda Flower Exporters Association (UFEA). UFEA is an internationally recognised association providing capacity building and industry development services to its members. It also lobbies for a better enabling environment for the growth of the flower industry, and has played a key part in the rapid expansion of the flower sector in Uganda. While UFEA registration is not mandatory, phytosanitary certificates for flowers are, in practice, only issued to UFEA members.

Obtain quality mark permit online A quality mark permit is mandatory for the export of processed products. For non processed products, a trader exporting to countries that recognize the Ugandan distinctive mark of quality may choose or need to obtain a quality mark permit. It is issued by Uganda National Bureau of Standards.

Register as an exporter with Ministry of Agriculture A trader wishing to export fresh or dry produce must register with the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) to obtain an exporter number and for issuance of phytosanitary certificates.

Register on E Single Window An exporter will need to register and obtain credentials to be able to access the Ascyuda world system and e-Single window for purposes for obtaining certificates of origin from Uganda Revenue Authority

Register as an exporter on the esingle window portal

Traders are required to register with Uganda Revenue Authority in order to be able to obtain Certificates of origin.

Register as an exporter with Uganda Export Promotion Board All exporters need to register with Uganda Export Promotions Board. This registration grants access to market information and trade fairs.

Permits - per consignment

Certificate of origin

Obtain electronic phytosanitary certificate Traders are required to have a phytosanitary certificate for every consignment of fresh and dry produce that is for export. This certificate states that the consignment is free of any regulated pests and disease and conforms to the requirements of the importing country. It is issued by Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries.

Clearance

Point of exit/entry

Full procedure - For a first time trader

Flowers-Full procedure This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of flowers for the first time out of Uganda, via Entebbe International airport.

Pharmaceutical products

Preliminary registrations and licenses

Obtain user credentials for National Drug Authority Management Information System

To obtain licenses and permits from National Drug Authority , a trader is required to register with NDA Management Information system. The applicants are then issued with user credentials which enable them to access the Portal.

Obtain license to operate as a pharmaceutical manufacturer The license to operate as a pharmaceutical manufacturer is mandatory for any trader who intends to manufacture pharmaceuticals. It is obtained from National Drug Authority and is valid for one calendar year.

Obtain license to operate a pharmacy The license to operate a pharmacy is mandatory for any trader who intends to trade in pharmaceuticals. It is obtained from National Drug Authority and is valid for one calendar year.

Obtain export permit A pharmaceutical manufacturer or pharmacy intending to export a pharmaceutical product must obtain an export permit through the NDA management information system.(NDAMIS).This license covers one specific drug or product and is valid for one calendar year.

Register on E Single Window An exporter will need to register and obtain credentials to be able to access the Ascyuda world system and e-Single window for purposes for obtaining certificates of origin from Uganda Revenue Authority

Register as an exporter on the esingle window portal

Traders are required to register with Uganda Revenue Authority in order to be able to obtain Certificates of origin.

Permits - per consignment

Obtain verification certificate This certificate authorizes an exporter to export the drugs/pharmaceutical products that are specified on the proforma invoice related to a specific consignment.

Certificate of origin

Clearance

Point of exit/entry

Full procedure - For a first time trader

Pharmaceutical products-Full procedure This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of pharmaceutical products, of more than $2000 of value, for the first time out of Uganda, via Malaba

Rice

Preliminary registrations and licenses

Register as an exporter with Ministry of Agriculture A trader wishing to export fresh or dry produce must register with the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) to obtain an exporter number and for issuance of phytosanitary certificates.

Register on E Single Window An exporter will need to register and obtain credentials to be able to access the Ascyuda world system and e-Single window for purposes for obtaining certificates of origin from Uganda Revenue Authority

Register as an exporter with Uganda Export Promotion Board All exporters need to register with Uganda Export Promotions Board. This registration grants access to market information and trade fairs.

Permits - per consignment

Certificate of origin

Clearance

Point of exit/entry

Poultry and poultry products

Preliminary registrations and licenses

Register as an exporter on the esingle window portal

Obtain Establishment number

Obtain quality mark permit online A quality mark permit is mandatory for the export of processed products. For non processed products, a trader exporting to countries that recognize the Ugandan distinctive mark of quality may choose or need to obtain a quality mark permit. It is issued by Uganda National Bureau of Standards.

Register as an exporter with Ministry of Agriculture A trader wishing to export fresh or dry produce must register with the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) to obtain an exporter number and for issuance of phytosanitary certificates.

Register on E Single Window An exporter will need to register and obtain credentials to be able to access the Ascyuda world system and e-Single window for purposes for obtaining certificates of origin from Uganda Revenue Authority

Register as an exporter on the esingle window portal

Traders are required to register with Uganda Revenue Authority in order to be able to obtain Certificates of origin.

Register as an exporter with Uganda Export Promotion Board All exporters need to register with Uganda Export Promotions Board. This registration grants access to market information and trade fairs.

Permits - per consignment

Obtain veterinary health certificate

Certificate of origin

Clearance

Point of exit/entry

Full procedure - For a first time trader

Poultry and poultry products- Full procedure for a first time exporter This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of poultry and poultry products, of more than $2000 of value, for the first time out of Uganda, via Malaba

Fish

Preliminary registrations and licenses

Obtain licence for trucks carrying fish

The fish transporter is required to have a license for trucks carrying over ten tonnes. This is issued by the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal industry and Fisheries

Permission to engage in fishing activities

Obtain licence for Industrial processing of fish & fishery Products An exporter of processed fish and fish products must obtain a license from Ministry of Agriculture Uganda Fisheries Directorate License and permits portal

Register with fisheries directorate license & permits portal Fish exporters must register with the Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries directorate licenses and permits portal

Obtain Traders/ Transporters Licence Traders and transporters of by-products, fresh and processed fish must obtain a license from Ministry of Agriculture Directorate of fisheries licenses and permits portal

Obtain certificate of establishment approval The facility where fish is processed must have a certificate of approval which is obtained from Ministry of agriculture directorate of fisheries licenses and permits portal

Obtain quality mark permit online A quality mark permit is mandatory for the export of processed products. For non processed products, a trader exporting to countries that recognize the Ugandan distinctive mark of quality may choose or need to obtain a quality mark permit. It is issued by Uganda National Bureau of Standards.

Register as an exporter with Ministry of Agriculture A trader wishing to export fresh or dry produce must register with the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) to obtain an exporter number and for issuance of phytosanitary certificates.

Register on E Single Window An exporter will need to register and obtain credentials to be able to access the Ascyuda world system and e-Single window for purposes for obtaining certificates of origin from Uganda Revenue Authority

Register as an exporter on the esingle window portal

Traders are required to register with Uganda Revenue Authority in order to be able to obtain Certificates of origin.

Permits - per consignment

Obtain local fish health inspection certificate

A local fish health inspection certificate is required per consignment and is issued by Ministry of Agriculture, Animal industry and Fisheries officers at the landing site.

Obtain artisanal processors /fish mongers license Artisinal processors and fish mongers must obtain a license from Ministry of Agriculture, Animal industry and Fisheries

Obtain fish export certificate

The exporter must obtain a fish export license for every consignment of fish and fish products. It is issued by Ministry of Agriculture, Directorate of fisheries licenses and permits portal

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