Djibouti - Export Goods
ProcedureEdit
1.A trader starts by finding out what is required in order to be a successful export. In this case, the trader visits the ministry responsible for trader to obtain information about the documents required, where to get them from and the fees attached to the documents required; and in addition visit the customs department to find out about the procedure of exporting goods from the country;
2.When the required information is obtained, the trader (applicant) goes ahead to prepare the documents required for exportation processes. In this case the trade must obtain export permits, certificates and authorization documents where required and any other required documents basing on the commodities to be exported from the country;
3.When all required documents are obtained, the trader goes ahead with clearing goods at the customs department. In this case, the exporter declares exports to the customs authority by obtaining and filling the Export Declaration Form, and thereafter submitting the filled form together with required documents to the authority;
4.When the submitted documents are received, the customs officer, inspect and verify exports against the submitted documents;
5.After verification the exporter is required to clearance any attached duties and thereafter proceed with clearing goods at the port of exit. At this stage, the trader declares goods to the port authority where they are still inspected and verified;
6.After exports have been cleared, the exporter can then transport goods to the destined import country;
Required DocumentsEdit
1.Commercial Invoices
2.Bill of Lading or Airway Bill covers
3.Packing list
4.Terminal handling receipts
5.Other payment receipts
Office Locations & ContactsEdit
Djibouti Customs (Directeur des Douanes et des Droits Indirects)
Ministrielle1er tage,
BP1918 Djibouti
Telephone No.: (253) 21 32 52 02
Fax: (253) 21 35 59 82
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: http://www.douanes.dj
Ministry of Trade & Industry
BP 1846, Djibouti
Telephone No.: +253 351682
Ministry of Economy, Finance, Planning and Privatization
B.P. 13, Djibouti.
Telephone No.: +253 353331/ + (253) 35 02 97
Fax: + (253) 35 65 01
Email: [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected],
Website: http://www.ministere-finances.dj
Autorit des Port et des Zones Franches de Djibouti
B.P.197, Djibouti
Telephone No.: (+253) 21 35 90 70 / (+253) 21 35 64 42
Fax: (+253) 21 35 90 59
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.djibouti-portsfz.dj
Ministry of Port and Maritime Affairs
BP 2107, Djibouti.
Telephone No.: +253 350105
Fax: +253 356187
EligibilityEdit
A trader in the country who meets requirement can export from the country.
FeesEdit
Approximately US$ 885 as detailed below:
- Preparing Export Documents US$ 295
- Declaring and clearing goods at the customs department and technical control US$ 170
- Handling goods at the ports and terminal US$ 270
- Inland transportation and handling US$ 150
ValidityEdit
- As long as the trader meets all the requirements for exportation.
Documents to UseEdit
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Sample DocumentsEdit
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Processing TimeEdit
Exportation processes take about twenty (20) days as divided below: -
- Preparing Export Documents 13 days
- Declaring and clearing goods at the customs department and technical control 2 days
- Handling goods at the ports and terminal 3 days
- Inland transportation and handling 2 days
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InstructionsEdit
1.Applicants must be aware of restricted and prohibited exports;
2.Always endeavor to obtain permits, certificates and authorization where required;
3.Ensure that the exports meet the required standard;
4.Traders are advised to always avoid omissions and errors in documents submitted as they may lead to penalties
5.An applicant must be aware of the customs procedures, rules and regulations of the market country;
6.An applicant must ensure that he / she meets all the requirements of the country of import
Required InformationEdit
1.Details of trader / exporter
2.Details of goods / services to be exported
3.Country of import / market location;
4.Details of importer in the market country;
5.Value of exports
Need for the DocumentEdit
Exporting goods refers to selling goods from one country to a foreign market, out of boundaries of a given country. The procedure of exporting goods in Djibouti is controlled by government through the countrys customs authority, Directeur des Douanes et des Droits Indirects.
Information which might helpEdit
Exportation promotes international trade thus the country enjoys benefits of international trade, which include:
- The country earns revenue through export taxes and duties;
- Full exploitation of natural resources;
- It strengthens relationships with different countries;
- Provides market to locally produced goods;
- Exporters earn increased income from international sales;
Other uses of the Document/CertificateEdit
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External LinksEdit
http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/djibouti#trading-across-borders
http://www.ustr.gov/countries-regions/africa/east-africa/djibouti
OthersEdit
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