Import Permit (DIAGNOSTIC MATERIALS OF BIOLOGICAL ORIGIN)
All countries
The submission of an application for an import permit is carried out electronically under the TradeNet Phase 5 System. The individual or company wishing to to submit their own applications electronically have to register themselves with the Mauritius Network Services Ltd (MNS). The application for an import permit submitted electronically must be followed by a photocopy of the appropriate Trading License of the applicant if controlled goods are imported for the first time for resale. A pro-forma invoice approved by the Ministry of Health is also required.
Approval for Import Permit is free of charge.
NOTE: Fees applicable for failing to comply with Import Control Regulations (GN 135 1999).
If the goods are already import without a prior import permit, a grant of an import permit subject to the payment fee of 6,000 rupees is applicable.
Clearance of Imported Consignment at Port of Entry
The importer must produce the following documents:-
i. original and one copy of the relevant invoice of the goods
ii. original and one copy of the related Bill of Lading or Airway Bill or other document of title acceptable to the Permanent Secretary or Postal Receipt or the Notice of Arrival of goods issued by an organisation providing a courier service at the counter of the Trade Division.
Certificate of Inspection forwarded to Mauritius Revenue Authority to authorize delivery from customs/bonds.
Documents needed:
1. A Photocopy of the appropriate trading license of the applicant if contriolled goods are imported for resale.
2. In case of the importation of a second hand motor vehicle, a photocopy of the National Identity Card or the Certificate of Incorporation of the applicant.
