Apply In-Person:

1. To apply for Pattern Approval Certificate in person, the applicant has to visit the Weights & Measures Department of the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment.
2. The address and contact details can be found in the following contact link
3. Visit the office and obtain the application form for Pattern Approval Certificatefrom the relevant department.
4. Make sure that you have all the documents mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. Complete the application form as required with appropriate details and information. Attest the application form with your signature.
6. Attach the documents with the completed application form.
7. Submit the application form and attached documents to the relevant authority at the office. Pay the applicable fees as directed by the officials.
8. After submission, technical officers will examine the design of the instrument and may perform a physical inspection of the device onsite.
9. The reports including results of analysis are assessed and recommendations made to the Director General of FMITI for approval.
10. Upon approval of the Director, the applicant is informed regarding the approval through phone or email and asked to collect the Certificate through any applicable means.

• Completed application form
• Pattern Approval from the origin country
• Incorporation Certificate
• Manual for the operation of the device (with maintenance installation and testing)
• Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON)Conformity Assessment Programme Certificate
• Information on means of sealing
• Instructions on sealing/removal of seals
• Power of attorney (manufacturing company)
• Measuring instrument samples
• Description with overview photos
• Any supporting document (as required)

Weights and Measures Department - HQ,
Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment - HQ
Old Secretariat, Area 1 Garki, Abuja
FCT, Nigeria.
Phone: (234) 803 334 8806
Email: info@fmiti.gov.ng
Website: Link

Any trader in Nigeria, who wishes to obtain a Pattern Approval Certificate for the measuring instrument used in the process, can apply.

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• Applicant particulars
• Identification document number
• Registration number
• Incorporation date and other details
• Invoice number
• Details of the measuring instrument
• Address and contact details

Pattern Approval Certificate is a proof/instrument to depict that the measuring instrument/device satisfies the necessary standard requirements.

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