Nigeria - Obtain Milk Processor License

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. To apply for obtaining Milk Processor License in person, the applicant has to visit the Agribusiness & Marketing Department of Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.
2. Address and contact details of the FMARD can be found in the following page contact link
3. Visit the office and get an application form for a Milk Processor License as applicable to your requirement, from the respective department.
4. Make sure that you have all the documents listed in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. Now, complete the application form with appropriate information under relevant sections. Attest it with your signature once completed.
6. Once completed filling the application form, submit it in person to the relevant authority at the office.
7. Pay the necessary application fees and licensing fees for obtaining a Milk Processor License.
8. After submission, the application and other documents will be forwarded for examination and verification processes.
9. Once the verification and validation processes are over, the application will be approved and the officials will proceed to take required steps to issue the permit.
10. When the document is ready to be collected, the applicant will receive a formal notification from the office and the applicant can collect it by any applicable means.

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Required Documents

• Completed application form
• Proof of Business Registration
• Valid means of Identification
• Standard Operating Procedures
• Evidence of Pasteurization
• Agreement or Contract of Supply
• List of Production Staff
• List of equipments
• Inventory of processed products
• Proof of Taxpayer Registration
• Fumigation Certificate
• Report of Inspection
• Proof of payment

Office Locations & Contacts

Department of Agribusiness and Marketing (FMARD) - Head Office
Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development,
Kapital Road, Area 11,
Abuja.
Telephone: +234-(803)-000000
Email: [email protected]
Website : Link

Eligibility

Any business entity in Nigeria, that intends to process milk and make Milk products for commercial purposes, can apply.

Fees

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Instructions

• Applicants can enquire the Department about the required documents to be attached with this application form.

• Applicants are advised to complete the application form neatly and completely with absolute legibility and appropriateness to avoid rejections. Also, all the required documents must be furnished completely.

• Applicants can also enquire the office about the fees details and payment procedure if they had any doubts.

Required Information

• Name and age of the applicant
• Business name
• Registration number
• TIN
• Full Address of the premises
• Identity document numbers
• Phone number
• Email address
• Banking details

Need for the Document

Any business entity in Nigeria, that intends to process milk and make Milk products for commercial purposes, must obtain a relevant license from the Federal Department of Agribusiness and Marketing.

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