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Ivory Coast - Apply for Import License for Fertilizer

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ProcedureEdit

How to Apply

  • Prior Import Authorization (API) Permit is a document that gives importers authorization to import any merchandise to Ivory Coast legally.
  • The API Permit is issued by the relevant ministry in charge, Importers are required to register with the GUCE first then fill out the Import Declaration Form (FDI), which is mandatory if the value of the goods is greater than Five hundred thousand (500,000) FCFA and for obtaining the API permit.



Register with the GUCE

  1. Login to the GUCE CI website Link , if you have an account, if you don’t, you will be required to register by Downloading the GUCE registration application form for importer/exporters via the GUCE website or click this link to download Link (Registration form for GUCE account)
  2. Fill out the request form and have it signed by the legal representative of the requesting company
  3. Scan and submit this request form along with the supporting documents below, electronically to [email protected] or physically deposit it with Webb Fontaine CI Customer Service.
    • A copy of the legal representative's identity document.
    • A copy of the identity document of the person requesting access to GUCE.
    • A copy of the Import/Export Code Sheet.
  4. For physical deposits, the person submitting the request must bring his/her identity document.
  5. Upon lodging the request the GUCE will process your request and send you the Username and Password to the email account you had registered with, log into your account to access the portal.



File the Import Authorization (API) Permit for Fertilizer

  1. Upon login into the GUCE website, fill out Import declaration request form (FDI), upload the required documents listed on the site and submit them.
  2. The system will then automatically generate a request for Prior Import Authorization (API) which will be sent to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MINADER), which will be forward to the department of Food Productions and Food Security (DPVSA) for verification and processing upon payment of the required fee.
  3. Print out the proforma invoice and the request for Prior Import Authorization (API) copy from the site.
  4. Visit the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MINADER), department of Food Productions and Food Security (DPVSA) and submit the following file documents and information to the licensing desk.
    • A Request addressed to the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development;
    • A photocopy of the National Identity Card or the Manager's Residence Card;
    • A photocopy of the Trade Register;
    • A Technical Data Sheet for the product (composition, method of use, precautions to be taken, active ingredient, etc.).
    • Copy of the authorization profession certificate/card to import fertilizer.
    • FDI number
    • Request for Prior Import Authorization (API) Original copy
    • Copy of the proforma invoice
    • Copy of the authorization certificate/card to import Fertilizer
  5. Pay the required processing fee at the cash counter, upon which you will be issued with receipt.
  6. If the authorized official is satisfied that all the conditions for filling the application are met you the will be notified of the outcome via phone, SMS, email or in person within 2 hours or 72 hours and issued with the permit.



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Required DocumentsEdit

Register with the GUCE

  • A copy of the legal representative's identity document.
  • A copy of the identity document of the person requesting access to GUCE.
  • A copy of the Import / Export Code Sheet.



Import Authorization (API) Permit for fertilizer

  • The proforma invoice
  • A Request addressed to the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development;
  • A photocopy of the National Identity Card or the Manager's Residence Card
  • A photocopy of the Trade Register
  • An Import Declaration Form issued by the DPVSA;
  • A Technical Data Sheet for the product (composition, method of use, precautions to be taken, active ingredient, etc.).
  • Copy of the authorization profession certificate/card to import fertilizer
  • Any other documents that may be requested by the ministry

Office Locations & ContactsEdit

Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development  (MINADER)
Directorate General of Productions and Food Security
Directorate of Food Productions and Food Security (DPVSA)
Sub-Directorate of Seeds and Inputs
Address: Abidjan - Plateau, CAISTAB building.
BP V 82 Abidjan building - Côte d’Ivoire
Tel: (+225) 20 21 41 77 / (+225) 20 22 24 81
Fax: (+225) 20 21 36 10
Website: Link
Email: [email protected]/[email protected]

EligibilityEdit

  • Legal and natural individuals/businesses/companies with a valid Fertilizer Importer Approval Certificate can apply.

FeesEdit

  • Import Authorization (API) Permit for fertilizer is 5,000 FCFA per tranche of 350 tonnes

ValidityEdit

  • Import Authorization (API) Permit for fertilizer is valid for one month.

Documents to UseEdit

Link (registration for GUCE account request form)

Sample DocumentsEdit

Link (Prior Import Authorization (API)
Link (The Import Declaration Form (FDI) request form)

Processing TimeEdit

  • Upon lodging the application the processing time is within 2 hours to 72 hours.

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InstructionsEdit

Import by sea
For all imports by sea, the exporter, the forwarder abroad and the importer must be registered in the BSC via the site of the Office Ivoirien des Chargeurs (OIC)

  • BSC registration
  • Required documents:
  • The Final Invoice (or the valued Inventory for personal effects).
  • The Bill of Lading (Bill of Lading or B / L), or the Air Waybill (AWB / LTA), or the Consignment Note.
  • The packing list.
  • The Customs Export Declaration of the country of shipment of the goods.
  • The Local Insurance Certificate in Côte d'Ivoire.
  • The Import Declaration Form (FDI) or its number.

In addition, for imports from countries outside the European Union, the following are required:

  • The Freight Invoice.
  • The Certificate of Origin.

Required InformationEdit

Importer details

  • Name of the importer/importing company
  • Contact details
  • Identification document details
  • Company registration certificate detail
  • Origin of the import
  • Value of the goods
  • Mode of transport
  • Name of the importer's bank (in Côte d'Ivoire) (for the Bank domiciliation and obtaining the Exchange Authorization).
  • The HS codes of the products to be imported
  • Declaration by the applicant

Need for the DocumentEdit

  • For any fertilizer to be imported in Ivory Coast importer are required to apply for a Prior Import Authorization (API) and is issued by the Department of Food Productions and Food Security (DPVSA),Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MINADER).

Information which might helpEdit

Other certificates required for importation of fertilizer.

  • Certificate of Value.
As soon as the goods are loaded and all the transport documents for the goods are available (Definitive Commercial Invoice, Sea Bill of Lading or Air Waybill, Packing List, Freight Invoice, copy of the FDI and all other certificates available), the freight forwarder must initiate a request for a Certificate of Value, from the Department of Risk Analysis, Intelligence and Value (DARRV) of Customs via the electronic platform of GUCE
  • Customs Declaration on Arrival.
The Customs Declaration is carried out by a forwarder appointed by the importer and approved by Customs . The freight forwarder submits the declaration in the Customs computer system
  • Certificate for Chemical Product (dangerous goods)
Fertiliser that contains Ammonium Nitrate (HS Code 31.02.03) and Sodium Nitrate (HS Code 31.02.05) are considered to be dangerous goods thus transportation of such products are subjected to Certificate for Chemical Product issued by the SPCIAC-CI, (Ministry of Defence).
  • The request is made online through the License / Certificate for Chemicals Module of GUCE

Other uses of the Document/CertificateEdit

Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External LinksEdit

Link (Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MINADER)

OthersEdit

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