Bahamas - Registration of Tobacco Products

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Procedure

Apply In-Person

1. The Applicant has to submit an application form to the Ministry of Finance.
2. Visit the following link for Details Contact Link.
3. The Applicant can download the Form from the following Form Link.
4. Complete the application form with all details.
5. After filling in all the details submit the Application Form along with the supporting documents as mentioned in the “Required Documents” section to the Ministry of Finance along with the corresponding Fee.
6. The Application form must list the products that will be imported, together with estimates of total amounts for a 12-month period.
7. The estimated Stamp quantity is based on each individual package of tobacco that will be imported into The Bahamas.
8. The Application will be reviewed by a representative from the Ministry of Finance, who may request more information and evidence if necessary.
9. Once all of the conditions have been satisfied, the Ministry will send an email to the Applicant informing them that the document is available for collection.
10. When the application is granted, the Applicant can take the document to customs and present it each time materials and supplies are imported.

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Required Documents

• Application Form
• Valid Business License
• Confirmation Letter from National Insurance indicating that contributions are current
• Certificate of Good standing

Office Locations & Contacts

Ministry of Finance
The Sir Cecil Wallace-Whitfield Building
Cable BeachP.O. Box N 3017
Nassau Bahamas
PH (242) 327-1530
 Opening Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, except public holidays.
Contact Link

Eligibility

The Excise Stamp (Tobacco Products) Control Act, 2013, requires individuals and corporations intending to import tobacco products in quantities greater than five cartons of cigarettes, one thousand cigarettes, two hundred and fifty cigars, or five pounds in weight to register. Under the rules of the Diplomatic Privileges and Immunities Act, persons importing tobacco products are not required to register.

Fees

• Application for Registration -$100.00
• Renewal of registration certificate -$100.00
• Issuance of reinstated certificate -$100.00
• Replacement copy of certificate - $ 20.00
• Certification of extract/ copy -$ 50.00

Validity

The registration certificate is valid for a maximum of two years.

Documents to Use

Application Form Link

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Processing Time

Within fifteen working days of the application being submitted, the applicant should be notified of the status of their application.

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Required Information

• Name of Company or Individual
• Registrant Address
  • P.O. Box
  • City
  • Island
  • Country
  • Email
• Company Name
  • Street Name
  • P.O Box
  • City
  • State
  • Country
  • Zip
  • Phone
  • E-mail
  • Contact Person First Name
• Operating Name/Trading Name of Business
• Business Licence Number
• National Insurance Board No
• Business Activity Type
  • Importer
  • Retail Sales
  • Tobacco Manufacturer
• Years in operation
• Est. Amount Tobacco Revenue

Need for the Document

It is required for registration of tobacco products.

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