EXPORT / COMMODITIES / MAIZE / Export of Maize -Full procedure
Summary of the procedure
List of steps
List of steps
(24)
1
Apply for registration
2
Obtain letter of registration
3
Submit application form
4
Obtain user credentials
5
Apply for exporter registration
6
Obtain exporter registration
7
Apply for certificate of origin
8
Obtain certificate of origin
9
Apply for fumigation certificate
10
Pay for fumigation
11
Fumigation
12
Obtain certificate of fumigation
13
Obtain certificate of analysis
14
Apply for certificate of analysis
15
Apply for inspection
16
Obtain certificate of comformity
17
Apply for phytosanitary certificate
18
Consignment inspection
19
Pay for phytosanitary certificate
20
Obtain phytosanitary certificate
21
Appoint a clearing agent
22
Lodge a customs entry
23
Joint consignment Inspection
24
Obtain cargo movement form (C2)
Where to go?
Uganda Export Promotion Board
(x 2)
1
2
Uganda Revenue Authority Tower
(x 3)
3
4
8
Fumigation firm
9
Uganda National Bureau of Standards
16
Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries- UCDA office
(x 3)
17
18
20
Department of Coffee Development, UMA Show Grounds
19
Clearing fowarder
21
Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries-Busia Border
23
Uganda Revenue Authority Busia border
24
What you will get
Letter of registration
2
E-single window user credentials
4
EAC certificate of origin
8
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Dairy warehouse inspection report
11
Certificate of fumigation
12
Certificate of analysis
13
Certificate of conformity(Pvoc)
16
Phytosanitary certificate
20
Cargo movement form
24
Required documents
UEPB Exporter registration information form
1
Certificate of incorporation
(x 2)
1
17
Form 20 (notification and appointment of secretary and director of company)
1
Valid identification document
2
ASYCUDA world user registration application
3
Passport size photograph for the Applicant
3
E-single window user credentials
5
EFRIS code
7
Packing list
(x 4)
7
21
22
23
Application for fumigation and analysis
(x 2)
9
14
Quotation
10
Application form for a phytosanitary certificate
17
TIN certificate
17
Commitment form
17
Code Of conduct
17
Phytosanitary Inspection checklist
18
Fumigation Certificate
18
Phytosanitary Inspection report
19
GOU receipt
20
Contract
(x 2)
21
22
Phytosanitary certificate
(x 4)
21
22
23
24
Certificate of analysis
(x 2)
21
22
Certificate of fumigation
(x 2)
21
22
Certificate of origin (Optional)
(x 3)
21
22
23
Invoice for the consignment
22
Loading order
22
Export Custom Entry
22
Export Custom Entry
23
Exit note
23
Kephis Inspection report
24
How much?
Estimated cost of the procedure
: UGX 5,000
UGX 5,000
( For issuance of phytosanitary certificate)
50
per contract / transaction amount
150 USD per day per warehouse
How long ?
| min. | max. | |
|---|---|---|
| Total time (sum): | 33d | 33d |
| of which: | ||
| Waiting time in queue (sum): | 55mn | 3h. 5mn |
| Attention at counter: | 1h. 5mn | 2h. 50mn |
| Waiting time until next step (sum): | 33d | 18d |
Legal justification?
Uganda Freezones and Export Promotions Act
EAC Customs Management Act 2004
( Sections tion 188, t 145 - 148 , Article XI )
EAC Customs Union (Rules of Origin) 2015
( Article 2nd schedule )
Plant Protection and Health Act, 2015
Detailed steps
1
Apply for registration
Timeframe ( see details ) |
Wait until next step |
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Contact details
Entity in charge
Uganda Export Promotion Board
2nd Floor, UEDCL Towers, Plot 37 Nakasero Road P.O. Box 5045, Kampala
Tel: +256 414 230 250 / +256 414 257 001
Email: info@ugandaexports.go.ug
Website: http://www.ugandaexports.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Tel: +256 414 230 250 / +256 414 257 001
Email: info@ugandaexports.go.ug
Website: http://www.ugandaexports.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
UEPB Trade information division
| Mon: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tue: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thu: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Fri: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
Expected results
1.
Appointment
Requirements
1.
UEPB Exporter registration information form (copy)
2.
Certificate of incorporation
3.
Form 20 (notification and appointment of secretary and director of company) (copy)
This document is provided by the Uganda Registration Services Bureau at company registration.
This document is provided by the Uganda Registration Services Bureau at company registration.
or
Form 7 (copy)
For companies incorporated earlier
For companies incorporated earlier
Time frame
Waiting time in queue:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 10mn
Attention at counter:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 10mn
Waiting time until next step:
Min. 1 day
- Max. 2 days
Legal justification
1.
Uganda Freezones and Export Promotions Act
Section 5
Section 5
Recourse: Uganda Export Promotion Board
Entity in charge
Uganda Export Promotion Board
2nd Floor, UEDCL Towers, Plot 37 Nakasero Road P.O. Box 5045, Kampala
Tel: +256 414 230 250 / +256 414 257 001
Email: info@ugandaexports.go.ug
Website: http://www.ugandaexports.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Tel: +256 414 230 250 / +256 414 257 001
Email: info@ugandaexports.go.ug
Website: http://www.ugandaexports.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
Trade information division
| Mon: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tue: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thu: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Fri: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
2
Obtain letter of registration
Timeframe ( see details ) |
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Contact details
Entity in charge
Uganda Export Promotion Board
2nd Floor, UEDCL Towers, Plot 37 Nakasero Road P.O. Box 5045, Kampala
Tel: +256 414 230 250 / +256 414 257 001
Email: info@ugandaexports.go.ug
Website: http://www.ugandaexports.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Tel: +256 414 230 250 / +256 414 257 001
Email: info@ugandaexports.go.ug
Website: http://www.ugandaexports.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
UEPB Trade information division
| Mon: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tue: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thu: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Fri: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
Expected results
1.
Letter of registration
Requirements
1.
Valid identification document (original + copy)
Time frame
Waiting time in queue:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 10mn
Attention at counter:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 10mn
Recourse: Uganda Export Promotion Board
Entity in charge
Uganda Export Promotion Board
2nd Floor, UEDCL Towers, Plot 37 Nakasero Road P.O. Box 5045, Kampala
Tel: +256 414 230 250 / +256 414 257 001
Email: info@ugandaexports.go.ug
Website: http://www.ugandaexports.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Tel: +256 414 230 250 / +256 414 257 001
Email: info@ugandaexports.go.ug
Website: http://www.ugandaexports.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
UEPB Trade information division
| Mon: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tue: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thu: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Fri: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
3
Submit application form
Timeframe ( see details ) |
Wait until next step |
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Contact details
Entity in charge
Uganda Revenue Authority Tower
Nakawa industrial area
plot M193/M194, Kampala
Tel: +256 417 443 034 / +256 417 443 090
Email: services@ura.go.ug
Website: https://www.ura.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Tel: +256 417 443 034 / +256 417 443 090
Email: services@ura.go.ug
Website: https://www.ura.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
Customs systems and procedures
| Mon: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tue: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thu: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Fri: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Sat: | closed |
| Sun: | closed |
Requirements
1.
ASYCUDA world user registration application (original)
2.
Passport size photograph for the Applicant (original)
One coloured passport size photographs for each of the directors.
One coloured passport size photographs for each of the directors.
Time frame
Waiting time in queue:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 10mn
Attention at counter:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 10mn
Waiting time until next step:
Min. 0.5 day
- Max. 1 day
Legal justification
1.
EAC Customs Management Act 2004
Section tion188
Section tion188
Additional information
This form can be sent by courier
Recourse: Uganda Revenue Authority Tower
Entity in charge
Uganda Revenue Authority Tower
Nakawa industrial area
plot M193/M194, Kampala
Tel: +256 417 443 034 / +256 417 443 090
Email: services@ura.go.ug
Website: https://www.ura.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Tel: +256 417 443 034 / +256 417 443 090
Email: services@ura.go.ug
Website: https://www.ura.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
Customs systems and procedures
| Mon: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tue: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thu: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Fri: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Sat: | closed |
| Sun: | closed |
4
Obtain user credentials
Contact details
Entity in charge
Uganda Revenue Authority Tower
Nakawa industrial area
plot M193/M194, Kampala
Tel: +256 417 443 034 / +256 417 443 090
Email: services@ura.go.ug
Website: https://www.ura.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Tel: +256 417 443 034 / +256 417 443 090
Email: services@ura.go.ug
Website: https://www.ura.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
Customs systems and procedures
| Mon: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tue: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thu: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Fri: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Sat: | closed |
| Sun: | closed |
Expected results
1.
E-single window user credentials
Additional information
The user credentials can be sent via email.
Recourse: Uganda Revenue Authority Tower
Entity in charge
Uganda Revenue Authority Tower
Nakawa industrial area
plot M193/M194, Kampala
Tel: +256 417 443 034 / +256 417 443 090
Email: services@ura.go.ug
Website: https://www.ura.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Tel: +256 417 443 034 / +256 417 443 090
Email: services@ura.go.ug
Website: https://www.ura.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
Customs systems and procedures
| Mon: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tue: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thu: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Fri: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Sat: | closed |
| Sun: | closed |
5
Apply for exporter registration
Timeframe ( see details ) |
Wait until next step |
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Expected results
1.
Submission notification
Requirements
1.
E-single window user credentials (an authentic copy)
Time frame
Attention at counter:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 10mn
Waiting time until next step:
Min. 0.5 day
- Max. 1 day
Legal justification
1.
Uganda Freezones and Export Promotions Act
Section 5
Section 5
Recourse: Uganda Revenue Authority Tower
Entity in charge
Uganda Revenue Authority Tower
Nakawa industrial area
plot M193/M194, Kampala
Tel: +256 417 443 034 / +256 417 443 090
Email: services@ura.go.ug
Website: https://www.ura.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Tel: +256 417 443 034 / +256 417 443 090
Email: services@ura.go.ug
Website: https://www.ura.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
International Affairs Unit mezzanine floor
| Mon: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tue: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thu: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Fri: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Sat: | closed |
| Sun: | closed |
6
Obtain exporter registration
Timeframe ( see details ) |
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Expected results
1.
Membership registration certificate
Time frame
Attention at counter:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 10mn
Legal justification
1.
Uganda Freezones and Export Promotions Act
Section 5
Section 5
Additional information
The membership registration approval is sent online in single window system
Recourse: Uganda Revenue Authority Tower
Entity in charge
Uganda Revenue Authority Tower
Nakawa industrial area
plot M193/M194, Kampala
Tel: +256 417 443 034 / +256 417 443 090
Email: services@ura.go.ug
Website: https://www.ura.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Tel: +256 417 443 034 / +256 417 443 090
Email: services@ura.go.ug
Website: https://www.ura.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
International Affairs Unit mezzanine floor
| Mon: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tue: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thu: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Fri: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Sat: | closed |
| Sun: | closed |
7
Apply for certificate of origin
Timeframe ( see details ) |
Wait until next step |
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Expected results
1.
Submission notification
Requirements
1.
EFRIS code (copy)
2.
Packing list (copy)
or
Bill of lading (copy)
Time frame
Attention at counter:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 20mn
Waiting time until next step:
Min. 0.5 day
- Max. 1 day
Legal justification
1.
EAC Customs Union (Rules of Origin) 2015
Article 2ndschedule
Article 2ndschedule
Recourse: Uganda Revenue Authority Tower
Entity in charge
Uganda Revenue Authority Tower
Nakawa industrial area
plot M193/M194, Kampala
Tel: +256 417 443 034 / +256 417 443 090
Email: services@ura.go.ug
Website: https://www.ura.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Tel: +256 417 443 034 / +256 417 443 090
Email: services@ura.go.ug
Website: https://www.ura.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
International Affairs Unit mezzanine floor
| Mon: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tue: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thu: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Fri: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Sat: | closed |
| Sun: | closed |
8
Obtain certificate of origin
Timeframe ( see details ) |
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Contact details
Entity in charge
Uganda Revenue Authority Tower
Nakawa industrial area
plot M193/M194, Kampala
Tel: +256 417 443 034 / +256 417 443 090
Email: services@ura.go.ug
Website: https://www.ura.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Tel: +256 417 443 034 / +256 417 443 090
Email: services@ura.go.ug
Website: https://www.ura.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Expected results
1.
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EAC certificate of origin
Time frame
Attention at counter:
Max. 5mn
Legal justification
1.
EAC Customs Union (Rules of Origin) 2015
Article 2ndschedule
Article 2ndschedule
Additional information
EAC certificate of origin is sent online by the single window system
Recourse: Uganda Revenue Authority Tower
Entity in charge
Uganda Revenue Authority Tower
Nakawa industrial area
plot M193/M194, Kampala
Tel: +256 417 443 034 / +256 417 443 090
Email: services@ura.go.ug
Website: https://www.ura.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Tel: +256 417 443 034 / +256 417 443 090
Email: services@ura.go.ug
Website: https://www.ura.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
International Affairs Unit mezzanine floor
| Mon: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tue: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thu: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Fri: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Sat: | closed |
| Sun: | closed |
9
Apply for fumigation certificate
Timeframe ( see details ) |
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Expected results
1.
Quotation
Requirements
1.
Application for fumigation and analysis (original)
The application letter should show the parameters for fumigation and analysis clearly.
The application letter should show the parameters for fumigation and analysis clearly.
Time frame
Waiting time in queue:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 10mn
Attention at counter:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 10mn
Legal justification
1.
Plant Protection and Health Act, 2015
Sections 22a, b
Sections 22a, b
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Pay for fumigation
Costs( see details ) |
Timeframe ( see details ) |
Wait until next step |
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Free of charge
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Expected results
1.
Fumigation payment receipt
Requirements
1.
Quotation (copy)
Cost
UGX
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Time frame
Waiting time in queue:
Min. 10mn
- Max. 45mn
Attention at counter:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 10mn
Waiting time until next step:
Max. 7 days
Recourse: Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries
Entity in charge
Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries
Berkely Lane,
P.O. Box 102 Entebbe, Uganda, Entebbe
Tel: 0414 320 690
Email: ps@agriculture.go.ug
Website: http://www.agriculture.go.ug/
Directions: Google maps
Tel: 0414 320 690
Email: ps@agriculture.go.ug
Website: http://www.agriculture.go.ug/
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
Department of Crop Inspection and Certification
| Mon: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tue: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thu: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Fri: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
11
Fumigation
Contact details
Expected results
1.
Dairy warehouse inspection report
Requirements
1.
Consignment (original)
12
Obtain certificate of fumigation
Expected results
1.
Certificate of fumigation
Legal justification
1.
Plant Protection and Health Act, 2015
Sections 22a, b
Sections 22a, b
Additional information
A list of the registered firms can be obtained from the Uganda Gazette, which is
issued by Commissioner, Crop Protection, Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and
Fisheries, Entebbe, Tel: +256 41 320 801 / 320 115.
13
Obtain certificate of analysis
Contact details
Expected results
1.
Certificate of analysis
Additional information
14
Apply for certificate of analysis
Requirements
1.
Application for fumigation and analysis (original)
15
Apply for inspection
16
Obtain certificate of comformity
Contact details
Entity in charge
Uganda National Bureau of Standards
Plot 2-12 Bypass Link, Bweyogerere Industrial Park, P.O. Box 6329, Kampala
Tel: +256 417 333 250 / +256 417 333 251
Email: info@unbs.go.ug
Website: www.unbs.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Tel: +256 417 333 250 / +256 417 333 251
Email: info@unbs.go.ug
Website: www.unbs.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Expected results
1.
Certificate of conformity(Pvoc)
17
Apply for phytosanitary certificate
Timeframe ( see details ) |
Wait until next step |
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Contact details
Entity in charge
Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries- UCDA office
Jinja Rd, Kampala
Tel: +256 414 256 940
Email: info@ugandacoffee.go.ug
Website: www.ugandacoffee.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Tel: +256 414 256 940
Email: info@ugandacoffee.go.ug
Website: www.ugandacoffee.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
Crop Resources Department: Lugogo
| Mon: | 08:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Tue: | 08:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed: | 08:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Thu: | 08:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Fri: | 08:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 17:00 |
Expected results
1.
Notification of inspection
Requirements
1.
Application form for a phytosanitary certificate (copy)
2.
Certificate of incorporation (copy)
3.
TIN certificate (copy)
For fresh flowers
1.
Commitment form
2.
Code Of conduct
audited yearly by MAAIF
audited yearly by MAAIF
Time frame
Waiting time in queue:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 10mn
Attention at counter:
Max. 5mn
Waiting time until next step:
Min. 30 days
- Max. 2 days
Legal justification
1.
Plant Protection and Health Act, 2015
Section 22
Section 22
Recourse: Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries
Entity in charge
Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries
Berkely Lane,
P.O. Box 102 Entebbe, Uganda, Entebbe
Tel: 0414 320 690
Email: ps@agriculture.go.ug
Website: http://www.agriculture.go.ug/
Directions: Google maps
Tel: 0414 320 690
Email: ps@agriculture.go.ug
Website: http://www.agriculture.go.ug/
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
Department of Crop Inspection and Certification
| Mon: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tue: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thu: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Fri: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
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Consignment inspection
Contact details
Entity in charge
Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries- UCDA office
Jinja Rd, Kampala
Tel: +256 414 256 940
Email: info@ugandacoffee.go.ug
Website: www.ugandacoffee.go.ug
Tel: +256 414 256 940
Email: info@ugandacoffee.go.ug
Website: www.ugandacoffee.go.ug
Unit in charge
Crop Resources Department: Lugogo
| Mon: | 08:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Tue: | 08:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed: | 08:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Thu: | 08:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Fri: | 08:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 17:00 |
Expected results
1.
Phytosanitary Inspection report
Requirements
1.
Consignment
2.
Physical presence
of the owner of the coffee or a representative
of the owner of the coffee or a representative
3.
Phytosanitary Inspection checklist
4.
Fumigation Certificate (copy)
Legal justification
1.
Plant Protection and Health Act, 2015
Sections 22, 23
Sections 22, 23
Recourse: Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries
Entity in charge
Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries
Berkely Lane,
P.O. Box 102 Entebbe, Uganda, Entebbe
Tel: 0414 320 690
Email: ps@agriculture.go.ug
Website: http://www.agriculture.go.ug/
Directions: Google maps
Tel: 0414 320 690
Email: ps@agriculture.go.ug
Website: http://www.agriculture.go.ug/
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
Department of Crop Inspection and Certification
| Mon: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tue: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thu: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Fri: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
19
Pay for phytosanitary certificate
Costs( see details ) |
Timeframe ( see details ) |
Wait until next step |
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UGX
5000
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Contact details
Entity in charge
Department of Coffee Development, UMA Show Grounds
P.O.Box 7267, Jinja Road, Kampala 256
Tel: +256 414 256 940
Email: info@ugandacoffee.go.ug
Website: www.ugandacoffee.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Tel: +256 414 256 940
Email: info@ugandacoffee.go.ug
Website: www.ugandacoffee.go.ug
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
Crop Resources Department: Lugogo
| Mon: | 08:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Tue: | 08:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed: | 08:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Thu: | 08:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Fri: | 08:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 17:00 |
Expected results
1.
GOU receipt
Requirements
1.
Phytosanitary Inspection report
Cost UGX 5,000
UGX
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UGX
5,000
For issuance of phytosanitary certificate
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Time frame
Waiting time in queue:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 10mn
Attention at counter:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 10mn
Waiting time until next step:
Max. 0.5 day
Legal justification
1.
Plant Protection and Health Act, 2015
Section 26
Section 26
Recourse: Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries
Entity in charge
Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries
Berkely Lane,
P.O. Box 102 Entebbe, Uganda, Entebbe
Tel: 0414 320 690
Email: ps@agriculture.go.ug
Website: http://www.agriculture.go.ug/
Directions: Google maps
Tel: 0414 320 690
Email: ps@agriculture.go.ug
Website: http://www.agriculture.go.ug/
Directions: Google maps
Unit in charge
Department of Crop Inspection and Certification
| Mon: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tue: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thu: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Fri: | 08:00 - 17:00 |
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Obtain phytosanitary certificate
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Contact details
Entity in charge
Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries- UCDA office
Jinja Rd, Kampala
Tel: +256 414 256 940
Email: info@ugandacoffee.go.ug
Website: www.ugandacoffee.go.ug
Tel: +256 414 256 940
Email: info@ugandacoffee.go.ug
Website: www.ugandacoffee.go.ug
Unit in charge
Department of Crop Inspection and Certification
| Mon: | 08:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Tue: | 08:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed: | 08:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Thu: | 08:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Fri: | 08:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 17:00 |
Expected results
1.
Phytosanitary certificate
Requirements
1.
GOU receipt (original)
Time frame
Waiting time in queue:
Max. 10mn
Legal justification
1.
Plant Protection and Health Act, 2015
Section 22
Section 22
Additional information
The licence is valid for fourteen days.
Recourse: Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries
Entity in charge
Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries
Berkely Lane,
P.O. Box 102 Entebbe, Uganda, Entebbe
Tel: 0414 320 690
Email: ps@agriculture.go.ug
Website: http://www.agriculture.go.ug/
Directions: Google maps
Tel: 0414 320 690
Email: ps@agriculture.go.ug
Website: http://www.agriculture.go.ug/
Directions: Google maps
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Appoint a clearing agent
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Free of charge
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Expected results
1.
Notification of acceptance of assignment
Requirements
1.
Contract
or
Proforma Invoice
2.
Phytosanitary certificate (original)
3.
Packing list (original)
4.
Certificate of analysis (original)
5.
Certificate of fumigation (original)
6.
Certificate of origin (Optional) (original)
7.
Exporter's Tax identification number (an authentic copy)
Of the exporter and the agent.
Of the exporter and the agent.
Cost
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50
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Payment methods:
cash, credit cards, check
The cost varies from one clearing agent to another depending on the negotiations.
Time frame
Waiting time in queue:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 10mn
Attention at counter:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 10mn
Legal justification
1.
EAC Customs Management Act 2004
Section t145-148 , Article XI
Section t145-148 , Article XI
Additional information
A list of all licensed clearing agents can be accessed from Uganda Revenue Authority Website .
Compliant and able firms are allowed to be self clearing.
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Lodge a customs entry
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Free of charge
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Expected results
1.
Export Custom Entry
2.
Exit note
Requirements
1.
Invoice for the consignment
2.
Phytosanitary certificate
3.
Packing list
4.
Certificate of origin (Optional)
5.
Certificate of fumigation
6.
Certificate of analysis
7.
Contract (original)
8.
Loading order (copy)
9.
Export Custom Entry (copy)
Cost
UGX
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Payment methods:
cash, credit cards, check
Export is free for all other products except fish which pays 0.5 USD per kilo,unprocessed hides and skins which pay 0.8 USD per kilo and tobacco which pays 0.2 USD per kilo. There is road toll to be paid if a foreign truck is being used.
Time frame
Attention at counter:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 10mn
Waiting time until next step:
Max. 0.5 day
Recourse: Uganda Revenue Authority Busia border
Entity in charge
Uganda Revenue Authority Busia border
Plot 23, Majanji road, Busia
Tel: +256 417 443 555 / +256 714 422 017
Email: services@ura.go.ug
Website: https://www.ura.go.ug/
Directions: Google maps
Tel: +256 417 443 555 / +256 714 422 017
Email: services@ura.go.ug
Website: https://www.ura.go.ug/
Directions: Google maps
The border post is open 24hrs a day.
Unit in charge
Busia supervisor customs
| Mon: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
| Tue: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
| Wed: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
| Thu: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
| Fri: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
| Sat: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
| Sun: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
The border post is open 24hrs a day. |
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Joint consignment Inspection
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Contact details
Entity in charge
Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries-Busia Border
Unit in charge
MAAIF inspection unit-Busia
| Mon: | 00:00 - 00:01 |
| Tue: | 00:00 - 00:01 |
| Wed: | 00:00 - 00:01 |
| Thu: | 00:00 - 00:01 |
| Fri: | 00:00 - 00:01 |
| Sat: | 00:00 - 00:01 |
| Sun: | 00:00 - 00:01 |
Expected results
1.
Phytosanitary certificate
2.
Kephis Inspection report
Requirements
1.
Physical presence
2.
Export Custom Entry (copy)
3.
Packing list (copy)
4.
Phytosanitary certificate (copy)
5.
Certificate of origin (Optional) (original)
6.
Exit note
Time frame
The time spent in the queue will depend on whether the exporter has been marked Green lane, Yellow lane, Blue lane or red lane based on their reputation and status in URA. Green has a waiting time of 5 minutes, Yellow will have its documentation verified, Blue has a post audit clearance procedure and red will have its consignment checked.
Waiting time in queue:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 30mn
Attention at counter:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 30mn
Waiting time until next step:
Max. 2 days
Legal justification
1.
EAC Customs Management Act 2004
Additional information
The inspection is carried out jointly between MAAIF and KEPHIS
Recourse: Uganda Revenue Authority Busia border
Entity in charge
Uganda Revenue Authority Busia border
Plot 23, Majanji road, Busia
Tel: +256 417 443 555 / +256 714 422 017
Email: services@ura.go.ug
Website: https://www.ura.go.ug/
Directions: Google maps
Tel: +256 417 443 555 / +256 714 422 017
Email: services@ura.go.ug
Website: https://www.ura.go.ug/
Directions: Google maps
The border post is open 24hrs a day.
Unit in charge
Busia supervisor customs
| Mon: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
| Tue: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
| Wed: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
| Thu: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
| Fri: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
| Sat: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
| Sun: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
The border post is open 24hrs a day. |
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Obtain cargo movement form (C2)
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Contact details
Entity in charge
Uganda Revenue Authority Busia border
Plot 23, Majanji road, Busia
Tel: +256 417 443 555 / +256 714 422 017
Email: services@ura.go.ug
Website: https://www.ura.go.ug/
Directions: Google maps
Tel: +256 417 443 555 / +256 714 422 017
Email: services@ura.go.ug
Website: https://www.ura.go.ug/
Directions: Google maps
The border post is open 24hrs a day.
Unit in charge
Export processing desk Busia
| Mon: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
| Tue: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
| Wed: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
| Thu: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
| Fri: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
| Sat: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
| Sun: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
The border post is open 24hrs a day. |
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Expected results
1.
Cargo movement form
Requirements
1.
Physical presence
2.
Consignment
3.
Phytosanitary certificate
4.
Kephis Inspection report
Time frame
Waiting time in queue:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 30mn
Attention at counter:
Min. 5mn
- Max. 10mn
Waiting time until next step:
Max. 0.5 day
Legal justification
1.
EAC Customs Management Act 2004
Recourse: Uganda Revenue Authority Busia border
Entity in charge
Uganda Revenue Authority Busia border
Plot 23, Majanji road, Busia
Tel: +256 417 443 555 / +256 714 422 017
Email: services@ura.go.ug
Website: https://www.ura.go.ug/
Directions: Google maps
Tel: +256 417 443 555 / +256 714 422 017
Email: services@ura.go.ug
Website: https://www.ura.go.ug/
Directions: Google maps
The border post is open 24hrs a day.
Unit in charge
Busia supervisor customs
| Mon: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
| Tue: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
| Wed: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
| Thu: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
| Fri: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
| Sat: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
| Sun: | 00:01 - 00:00 |
The border post is open 24hrs a day. |
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