Tanzania Trade Portal

Avocado (Parachichi)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business Licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Tanzania should obtain its own business licence from the Government agency mandated to issue Business Licence. Businesses that deal with international trade are required to obtain class "A" business licence from Business Registrations and Licensing Agency

Depending on the nature of the business, several licences may be required to cover different types of activities. For example, a firm processing shirts may require a licence to process and sell the shirts locally and a licence to export the finished products.

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Registered Exporter System (REX system)

Registered Exporter System (the REX system) is a system of self-certification of origin by registered exporters making out statements on origin. The system is applied for the products listed under Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) schemes of European Union, Norway, Switzerland and Turkey. It simplifies export formalities by allowing the registered exporter to certify the preferential origin himself by including a specific declaration ( statements on origin) on the invoice or another commercial document identifying the exported products. Thus, the registered exporter does not need to apply upon each export for issue of a certificate of origin. The exporter registration is a one off formality.

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Permits

Certificate of radioactivity analysis

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) is the competent authority that regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. This certificate indicates that foods are radioactive free and its issued per consignment depending on the destination of the goods.

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Certificate of origin

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. The Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania.They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment.

A preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) for export where trade agreements have been entered into with Tanzania and other regions such as East African Community (EAC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), European Union (EU) African Growth and Opportunity (AGOA) or Generalised System of Preference (GSP). A non preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture that confirms that the country of origin of goods exported.

For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Non-preferential certificate of origin

The Non preferential certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to any country with no mutual agreement on trade. The certificate is issued per consignment.

EAC certificate of origin

The EAC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within the East African Community (EAC) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AGOA certificate of origin

The AGOA certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the United States of America under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The certificate is issued per consignment.

SADC Certificate of origin

The SADC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). The certificate is issued per consignment.

India certificate of origin

The India certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within India. The certificate is issued per consignment.

China certificate of origin

The China certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the China market. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AfCFTA certificate of origin

The AfCFTA certificate of origin is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. COO is issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.

Generalized System of Preference (GSP) Certificate of origin

The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) certificate of origin is a voluntary trade measure implemented by developed countries that provide preferential tariff treatment to import from developing countries. The certificate is issued per consignment.

Phytosanitary certificate

The Tanzania Plant Health and Pesticides Authority issues a phytosanitary certificate which certifies that plant and plant products are free from regulated pests and conforms with other phytosanitary requirements of the importing country. The certificate is valid per consignment.

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Clearance

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Avocado export procedure through the port of Dar es Salaam

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of avocado, click the link.

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Avocado export procedures through JNIA

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of avocado, click the link.

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Avocado export procedure through Namanga One Border Post (OSPB)

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of avocado, click the link.

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Full procedure (for a first time trader)

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Beans (Maharagwe)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business Licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Tanzania should obtain its own business licence from the Government agency mandated to issue Business Licence. Businesses that deal with international trade are required to obtain class "A" business licence from Business Registrations and Licensing Agency

Depending on the nature of the business, several licences may be required to cover different types of activities. For example, a firm processing shirts may require a licence to process and sell the shirts locally and a licence to export the finished products.

View procedure

Registered Exporter System (REX system)

Registered Exporter System (the REX system) is a system of self-certification of origin by registered exporters making out statements on origin. The system is applied for the products listed under Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) schemes of European Union, Norway, Switzerland and Turkey. It simplifies export formalities by allowing the registered exporter to certify the preferential origin himself by including a specific declaration ( statements on origin) on the invoice or another commercial document identifying the exported products. Thus, the registered exporter does not need to apply upon each export for issue of a certificate of origin. The exporter registration is a one off formality.

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Permits

Food crop export permit

Exporters of food crops (except perishables) must have permit from the Ministry of Agriculture which is valid for two months and issued per consignment.

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Certificate of radioactivity analysis

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) is the competent authority that regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. This certificate indicates that foods are radioactive free and its issued per consignment depending on the destination of the goods.

View procedure

Certificate of origin

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. The Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania.They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment.

A preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) for export where trade agreements have been entered into with Tanzania and other regions such as East African Community (EAC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), European Union (EU) African Growth and Opportunity (AGOA) or Generalised System of Preference (GSP). A non preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture that confirms that the country of origin of goods exported.

For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Non-preferential certificate of origin

The Non preferential certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to any country with no mutual agreement on trade. The certificate is issued per consignment.

EAC certificate of origin

The EAC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within the East African Community (EAC) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AGOA certificate of origin

The AGOA certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the United States of America under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The certificate is issued per consignment.

SADC Certificate of origin

The SADC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). The certificate is issued per consignment.

India certificate of origin

The India certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within India. The certificate is issued per consignment.

China certificate of origin

The China certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the China market. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AfCFTA certificate of origin

The AfCFTA certificate of origin is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. COO is issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.

Generalized System of Preference (GSP) Certificate of origin

The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) certificate of origin is a voluntary trade measure implemented by developed countries that provide preferential tariff treatment to import from developing countries. The certificate is issued per consignment.

Phytosanitary certificate

The Tanzania Plant Health and Pesticides Authority issues a phytosanitary certificate which certifies that plant and plant products are free from regulated pests and conforms with other phytosanitary requirements of the importing country. The certificate is valid per consignment.

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Clearance

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Full procedure (for a first time trader)

Export of beans through the port of Dar es Salaam

This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of beans for the first time out of Tanzania, via Dar es salaam port.

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Beverages (Non-alcoholic and alcoholic)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business Licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Tanzania should obtain its own business licence from the Government agency mandated to issue Business Licence. Businesses that deal with international trade are required to obtain class "A" business licence from Business Registrations and Licensing Agency

Depending on the nature of the business, several licences may be required to cover different types of activities. For example, a firm processing shirts may require a licence to process and sell the shirts locally and a licence to export the finished products.

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Obtain "tbs" quality mark and tested products certificate

Tanzania Bureau of Standards is mandated to promote standards and undertake measures for quality control of all products in industry and commerce. All producers who wish to trade within the country or outside should have a 'tbs' mark stamped to their products.

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Permits

Certificate of radioactivity analysis

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) is the competent authority that regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. This certificate indicates that foods are radioactive free and its issued per consignment depending on the destination of the goods.

View procedure

Certificate of origin

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. The Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania.They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment.

A preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) for export where trade agreements have been entered into with Tanzania and other regions such as East African Community (EAC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), European Union (EU) African Growth and Opportunity (AGOA) or Generalised System of Preference (GSP). A non preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture that confirms that the country of origin of goods exported.

For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Non-preferential certificate of origin

The Non preferential certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to any country with no mutual agreement on trade. The certificate is issued per consignment.

EAC certificate of origin

The EAC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within the East African Community (EAC) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AGOA certificate of origin

The AGOA certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the United States of America under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The certificate is issued per consignment.

SADC Certificate of origin

The SADC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). The certificate is issued per consignment.

India certificate of origin

The India certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within India. The certificate is issued per consignment.

China certificate of origin

The China certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the China market. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AfCFTA certificate of origin

The AfCFTA certificate of origin is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. COO is issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.

Generalized System of Preference (GSP) Certificate of origin

The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) certificate of origin is a voluntary trade measure implemented by developed countries that provide preferential tariff treatment to import from developing countries. The certificate is issued per consignment.

Clearance

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Process foodstuff export procedure through Dar es Salaam port

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of processed food, click the link.

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Beverages export procedure through Namanga One Stop Border Post (OSBP)

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration.For more information on how to clear your consignment of beverages, click the link.

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Beverages export procedure through Sirari One Stop Border Post (OSBP)

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of beverages, click the link.

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Full procedure (for a first time trader)

Export of beverages through Namanga One Stop Border Post (OSBP)

This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of bevereges for the first time out of Tanzania, via Dar es salaam port.

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Cashewnut (Korosho)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business Licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Tanzania should obtain its own business licence from the Government agency mandated to issue Business Licence. Businesses that deal with international trade are required to obtain class "A" business licence from Business Registrations and Licensing Agency

Depending on the nature of the business, several licences may be required to cover different types of activities. For example, a firm processing shirts may require a licence to process and sell the shirts locally and a licence to export the finished products.

View procedure

Registered Exporter System (REX system)

Registered Exporter System (the REX system) is a system of self-certification of origin by registered exporters making out statements on origin. The system is applied for the products listed under Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) schemes of European Union, Norway, Switzerland and Turkey. It simplifies export formalities by allowing the registered exporter to certify the preferential origin himself by including a specific declaration ( statements on origin) on the invoice or another commercial document identifying the exported products. Thus, the registered exporter does not need to apply upon each export for issue of a certificate of origin. The exporter registration is a one off formality.

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Cashewnuts activity licences

A trader wishing to export raw cashewenut or processed cashewnut must have Raw cashewnut buying licence or raw cashewnut factory processing licence for processing cashewnut. All of these licences are issued by Cashewnut Board of Tanzania(CBT).

Buying cashewnut through auction

Buying cashewnuts in Tanzania is done at the auction. Exporters/processors of raw cashewnuts must participate in the auction to obtain cashewnuts. Cashewnuts is auctioned at different cashewnuts growing areas in Tanzania such as Lindi, Mtwara, Ruvuma and Pwani. All auctions are managed by Cashewnut Board of Tanzania (CBT) under Agricultural Marketing Co -operative Societies (AMCOS).

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Permits

Certificate of origin

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. The Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania.They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment.

A preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) for export where trade agreements have been entered into with Tanzania and other regions such as East African Community (EAC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), European Union (EU) African Growth and Opportunity (AGOA) or Generalised System of Preference (GSP). A non preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture that confirms that the country of origin of goods exported.

For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Non-preferential certificate of origin

The Non preferential certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to any country with no mutual agreement on trade. The certificate is issued per consignment.

EAC certificate of origin

The EAC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within the East African Community (EAC) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AGOA certificate of origin

The AGOA certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the United States of America under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The certificate is issued per consignment.

SADC Certificate of origin

The SADC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). The certificate is issued per consignment.

India certificate of origin

The India certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within India. The certificate is issued per consignment.

China certificate of origin

The China certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the China market. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AfCFTA certificate of origin

The AfCFTA certificate of origin is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. COO is issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.

Generalized System of Preference (GSP) Certificate of origin

The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) certificate of origin is a voluntary trade measure implemented by developed countries that provide preferential tariff treatment to import from developing countries. The certificate is issued per consignment.

Radioactivity analysis certificate

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. TAEC certifies that foods are radioactive free which is a market requirement depending on the destination of the goods. The certificate is issued per consignment and it is valid for three month.

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Phytosanitary certificate

The Tanzania Plant Health and Pesticides Authority issues a phytosanitary certificate which certifies that plant and plant products are free from regulated pests and conforms with other phytosanitary requirements of the importing country. The certificate is valid per consignment.

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Permit to transport raw/processed cashewnut

Permission to transport raw/processed cashewnuts withing the country is issued by Cashewnut Board of Tanzania (CBT). Traders who wish to transport cashewnuts within the country must obtain the permit which is issued per each consignment.

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Obtain cashewnut export permit

Export permit for raw cashewnuts is issued by Cashewnut Board of Tanzania (CBT) to traders who wish to export (shipment) raw cashewnuts from Tanzania to the rest of the World. The permit is valid for ten days and it is issued per single consignment.

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Clearance

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Full procedure (for a first time trader)

Export of cashewnuts through the port of Mtwara

This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of cashewnuts for the first time out of Tanzania, via Mtwara port.

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Cassava (Muhogo)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business Licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Tanzania should obtain its own business licence from the Government agency mandated to issue Business Licence. Businesses that deal with international trade are required to obtain class "A" business licence from Business Registrations and Licensing Agency

Depending on the nature of the business, several licences may be required to cover different types of activities. For example, a firm processing shirts may require a licence to process and sell the shirts locally and a licence to export the finished products.

View procedure

Registered Exporter System (REX system)

Registered Exporter System (the REX system) is a system of self-certification of origin by registered exporters making out statements on origin. The system is applied for the products listed under Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) schemes of European Union, Norway, Switzerland and Turkey. It simplifies export formalities by allowing the registered exporter to certify the preferential origin himself by including a specific declaration ( statements on origin) on the invoice or another commercial document identifying the exported products. Thus, the registered exporter does not need to apply upon each export for issue of a certificate of origin. The exporter registration is a one off formality.

View procedure

Permits

Food crop export permit

Exporters of food crops (except perishables) must have permit from the Ministry of Agriculture which is valid for two months and issued per consignment.

View procedure

Certificate of radioactivity analysis

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) is the competent authority that regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. This certificate indicates that foods are radioactive free and its issued per consignment depending on the destination of the goods.

View procedure

Certificate of origin

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. The Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania.They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment.

A preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) for export where trade agreements have been entered into with Tanzania and other regions such as East African Community (EAC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), European Union (EU) African Growth and Opportunity (AGOA) or Generalised System of Preference (GSP). A non preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture that confirms that the country of origin of goods exported.

For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Non-preferential certificate of origin

The Non preferential certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to any country with no mutual agreement on trade. The certificate is issued per consignment.

EAC certificate of origin

The EAC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within the East African Community (EAC) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AGOA certificate of origin

The AGOA certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the United States of America under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The certificate is issued per consignment.

SADC Certificate of origin

The SADC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). The certificate is issued per consignment.

India certificate of origin

The India certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within India. The certificate is issued per consignment.

China certificate of origin

The China certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the China market. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AfCFTA certificate of origin

The AfCFTA certificate of origin is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. COO is issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.

Generalized System of Preference (GSP) Certificate of origin

The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) certificate of origin is a voluntary trade measure implemented by developed countries that provide preferential tariff treatment to import from developing countries. The certificate is issued per consignment.

Phytosanitary certificate

The Tanzania Plant Health and Pesticides Authority issues a phytosanitary certificate which certifies that plant and plant products are free from regulated pests and conforms with other phytosanitary requirements of the importing country. The certificate is valid per consignment.

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Clearance

Choose exit/entry point

Full procedure (for a first time trader)

Export of cassava through the port of Dar es Salaam

This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of food crops for the first time out of Tanzania, via Dar es salaam port.

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Cereals (Mazao ya nafaka)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business Licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Tanzania should obtain its own business licence from the Government agency mandated to issue Business Licence. Businesses that deal with international trade are required to obtain class "A" business licence from Business Registrations and Licensing Agency

Depending on the nature of the business, several licences may be required to cover different types of activities. For example, a firm processing shirts may require a licence to process and sell the shirts locally and a licence to export the finished products.

View procedure

Registered Exporter System (REX system)

Registered Exporter System (the REX system) is a system of self-certification of origin by registered exporters making out statements on origin. The system is applied for the products listed under Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) schemes of European Union, Norway, Switzerland and Turkey. It simplifies export formalities by allowing the registered exporter to certify the preferential origin himself by including a specific declaration ( statements on origin) on the invoice or another commercial document identifying the exported products. Thus, the registered exporter does not need to apply upon each export for issue of a certificate of origin. The exporter registration is a one off formality.

View procedure

Permits

Food crop export permit

Exporters of food crops (except perishables) must have permit from the Ministry of Agriculture which is valid for two months and issued per consignment.

View procedure

Certificate of radioactivity analysis

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) is the competent authority that regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. This certificate indicates that foods are radioactive free and its issued per consignment depending on the destination of the goods.

View procedure

Certificate of origin

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. The Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania.They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment.

A preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) for export where trade agreements have been entered into with Tanzania and other regions such as East African Community (EAC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), European Union (EU) African Growth and Opportunity (AGOA) or Generalised System of Preference (GSP). A non preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture that confirms that the country of origin of goods exported.

For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Non-preferential certificate of origin

The Non preferential certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to any country with no mutual agreement on trade. The certificate is issued per consignment.

EAC certificate of origin

The EAC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within the East African Community (EAC) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AGOA certificate of origin

The AGOA certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the United States of America under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The certificate is issued per consignment.

SADC Certificate of origin

The SADC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). The certificate is issued per consignment.

India certificate of origin

The India certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within India. The certificate is issued per consignment.

China certificate of origin

The China certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the China market. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AfCFTA certificate of origin

The AfCFTA certificate of origin is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. COO is issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.

Generalized System of Preference (GSP) Certificate of origin

The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) certificate of origin is a voluntary trade measure implemented by developed countries that provide preferential tariff treatment to import from developing countries. The certificate is issued per consignment.

Phytosanitary certificate

The Tanzania Plant Health and Pesticides Authority issues a phytosanitary certificate which certifies that plant and plant products are free from regulated pests and conforms with other phytosanitary requirements of the importing country. The certificate is valid per consignment.

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Clearance

Choose exit/entry point

Cereals export procedure through the port of Dar es Salaam

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of cereals, click the link.

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Cereals export procedure through Namanga One Border Post (OSPB)

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of cereals, click the link.

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Cereals export procedure through Sirari One Stop Border Post (OSBP)

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of cereals, click the link.

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Cereals clearance procedure through Rusumo One Border Post (OSPB)

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration.For more information on how to clear your consignment of cereals, click the link.

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Export of cereals through the port of Dar es Salaam

This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of cereals for the first time out of Tanzania, via Dar es salaam port.

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Cloves (Karafuu)

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Buying cloves at Zanzibar State Trading Corporation (ZSTC)

Zanzibar State Trading Corporation (ZSTC) is a Government Institution based in Zanzibar. ZSTC specifically has responsibilities of clove development, processing essential oils and other agricultural produce as well as conducting all necessary business in connection with the supply and distribution of national commercial crops especially Cloves.

ZSTC is the only institution which has mandate to make all the necessary procedure of exporting cloves in Zanzibar. For a Trader to get Clove from Zanzibar, he/she has to communicate with ZSTC for all the necessary procedure till the Cloves reach to his/her destination.

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Cocoa (Kakao)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business Licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Tanzania should obtain its own business licence from the Government agency mandated to issue Business Licence. Businesses that deal with international trade are required to obtain class "A" business licence from Business Registrations and Licensing Agency

Depending on the nature of the business, several licences may be required to cover different types of activities. For example, a firm processing shirts may require a licence to process and sell the shirts locally and a licence to export the finished products.

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Registered Exporter System (REX system)

Registered Exporter System (the REX system) is a system of self-certification of origin by registered exporters making out statements on origin. The system is applied for the products listed under Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) schemes of European Union, Norway, Switzerland and Turkey. It simplifies export formalities by allowing the registered exporter to certify the preferential origin himself by including a specific declaration ( statements on origin) on the invoice or another commercial document identifying the exported products. Thus, the registered exporter does not need to apply upon each export for issue of a certificate of origin. The exporter registration is a one off formality.

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Permits

Certificate of radioactivity analysis

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) is the competent authority that regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. This certificate indicates that foods are radioactive free and its issued per consignment depending on the destination of the goods.

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Certificate of origin

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. The Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania.They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment.

A preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) for export where trade agreements have been entered into with Tanzania and other regions such as East African Community (EAC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), European Union (EU) African Growth and Opportunity (AGOA) or Generalised System of Preference (GSP). A non preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture that confirms that the country of origin of goods exported.

For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Non-preferential certificate of origin

The Non preferential certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to any country with no mutual agreement on trade. The certificate is issued per consignment.

EAC certificate of origin

The EAC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within the East African Community (EAC) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AGOA certificate of origin

The AGOA certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the United States of America under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The certificate is issued per consignment.

SADC Certificate of origin

The SADC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). The certificate is issued per consignment.

India certificate of origin

The India certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within India. The certificate is issued per consignment.

China certificate of origin

The China certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the China market. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AfCFTA certificate of origin

The AfCFTA certificate of origin is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. COO is issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.

Generalized System of Preference (GSP) Certificate of origin

The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) certificate of origin is a voluntary trade measure implemented by developed countries that provide preferential tariff treatment to import from developing countries. The certificate is issued per consignment.

Phytosanitary certificate

The Tanzania Plant Health and Pesticides Authority issues a phytosanitary certificate which certifies that plant and plant products are free from regulated pests and conforms with other phytosanitary requirements of the importing country. The certificate is valid per consignment.

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Clearance

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Full procedure (for a first time trader)

Export of cocoa through the port of Dar es Salaam

This procedure sequentially compiles the licences, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of cocoa for the first time out of Tanzania, via Dar es salaam port to the EU.

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Coffee (Kahawa)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business Licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Tanzania should obtain its own business licence from the Government agency mandated to issue Business Licence. Businesses that deal with international trade are required to obtain class "A" business licence from Business Registrations and Licensing Agency

Depending on the nature of the business, several licences may be required to cover different types of activities. For example, a firm processing shirts may require a licence to process and sell the shirts locally and a licence to export the finished products.

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Registered Exporter System (REX system)

Registered Exporter System (the REX system) is a system of self-certification of origin by registered exporters making out statements on origin. The system is applied for the products listed under Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) schemes of European Union, Norway, Switzerland and Turkey. It simplifies export formalities by allowing the registered exporter to certify the preferential origin himself by including a specific declaration ( statements on origin) on the invoice or another commercial document identifying the exported products. Thus, the registered exporter does not need to apply upon each export for issue of a certificate of origin. The exporter registration is a one off formality.

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Coffee activity licences

Coffee export licence

Buying coffee at Auction

Buying coffee in Tanzania is done at the auctions. Coffee is auctioned at different coffee growing parts in Tanzania including Moshi, Mbinga, Mbozi and Bukoba .All Coffee auctions are managed by the Tanzania Coffee Board (TCB) and all coffee in Tanzania is traded at the auction except when growers (farmers, cooperatives, estate owners) export directly.

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Permits

Certificate of radioactivity analysis

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) is the competent authority that regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. This certificate indicates that foods are radioactive free and its issued per consignment depending on the destination of the goods.

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Certificate of origin

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. The Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania.They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment.

A preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) for export where trade agreements have been entered into with Tanzania and other regions such as East African Community (EAC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), European Union (EU) African Growth and Opportunity (AGOA) or Generalised System of Preference (GSP). A non preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture that confirms that the country of origin of goods exported.

For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Non-preferential certificate of origin

The Non preferential certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to any country with no mutual agreement on trade. The certificate is issued per consignment.

EAC certificate of origin

The EAC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within the East African Community (EAC) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AGOA certificate of origin

The AGOA certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the United States of America under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The certificate is issued per consignment.

SADC Certificate of origin

The SADC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). The certificate is issued per consignment.

India certificate of origin

The India certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within India. The certificate is issued per consignment.

China certificate of origin

The China certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the China market. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AfCFTA certificate of origin

The AfCFTA certificate of origin is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. COO is issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.

Generalized System of Preference (GSP) Certificate of origin

The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) certificate of origin is a voluntary trade measure implemented by developed countries that provide preferential tariff treatment to import from developing countries. The certificate is issued per consignment.

Phytosanitary certificate

The Tanzania Plant Health and Pesticides Authority issues a phytosanitary certificate which certifies that plant and plant products are free from regulated pests and conforms with other phytosanitary requirements of the importing country. The certificate is valid per consignment.

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Coffee permits

International Coffee Organization (ICO) certificate of origin

All exporters of coffee are required to obtain an International Coffee Organization (ICO) Certificate of Origin for each consignment as per the Tanzania Coffee Board regulation.

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Clearance

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Coffee export procedure through Dar es Salaam port

Export of coffee can either be done by grower marketers or coffee dealers. The grower marketers export through direct sales where they negotiate prices directly with the buyer while coffee dealers export through Moshi Coffee Exchange (MCE) auction regulated by Tanzania Coffee Board (TCB) where they buy coffee from marketing agents who sell coffee on behalf of the smaller holder growers aggregated as co-operative societies and large estate owners. Most coffee is exported through the Dar es salaam port and clearance is done by a contracted clearing and forwarding agent.

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Coffee export procedure through port of Tanga

Export of coffee can either be done by grower marketers or coffee dealers. The grower marketers export through direct sales where they negotiate prices directly with the buyer while coffee dealers export through Moshi Coffee Exchange (MCE) auction regulated by Tanzania Coffee Board (TCB) where they buy coffee from marketing agents who sell coffee on behalf of the smaller holder growers aggregated as co-operative societies and large estate owners. Coffee is exported through the Tanga port and clearance is done by a contracted clearing and forwarding agent.

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Cosmetics (Vipodozi)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business Licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Tanzania should obtain its own business licence from the Government agency mandated to issue Business Licence. Businesses that deal with international trade are required to obtain class "A" business licence from Business Registrations and Licensing Agency

Depending on the nature of the business, several licences may be required to cover different types of activities. For example, a firm processing shirts may require a licence to process and sell the shirts locally and a licence to export the finished products.

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Obtain "tbs" quality mark and tested products certificate

Tanzania Bureau of Standards is mandated to promote standards and undertake measures for quality control of all products in industry and commerce. All producers who wish to trade within the country or outside should have a 'tbs' mark stamped to their products.

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Permits

Certificate of radioactivity analysis

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) is the competent authority that regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. This certificate indicates that foods are radioactive free and its issued per consignment depending on the destination of the goods.

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Certificate of origin

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. The Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania.They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment.

A preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) for export where trade agreements have been entered into with Tanzania and other regions such as East African Community (EAC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), European Union (EU) African Growth and Opportunity (AGOA) or Generalised System of Preference (GSP). A non preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture that confirms that the country of origin of goods exported.

For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Non-preferential certificate of origin

The Non preferential certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to any country with no mutual agreement on trade. The certificate is issued per consignment.

EAC certificate of origin

The EAC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within the East African Community (EAC) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AGOA certificate of origin

The AGOA certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the United States of America under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The certificate is issued per consignment.

SADC Certificate of origin

The SADC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). The certificate is issued per consignment.

India certificate of origin

The India certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within India. The certificate is issued per consignment.

China certificate of origin

The China certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the China market. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AfCFTA certificate of origin

The AfCFTA certificate of origin is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. COO is issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.

Generalized System of Preference (GSP) Certificate of origin

The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) certificate of origin is a voluntary trade measure implemented by developed countries that provide preferential tariff treatment to import from developing countries. The certificate is issued per consignment.

Clearance

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Cosmetics export clearance procedure through Dar es Salaam port

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of cosmetics, click the link.

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Cosmetics export procedure through Namanga One Stop Border Post (OSBP)

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of cosmetics, click the link.

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Cosmetics export procedure through Sirari One Stop Border Post (OSBP)

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of cosmetics, click the link.

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Cosmetics export procedure through Rusumo One Border Post (OSPB)

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of cosmetics, click the link.

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Full procedure (for a first time trader)

Export of cosmetics through the port of Dar es Salaam

This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of cosmetics for the first time out of Tanzania, via Dar es salaam port.

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Cotton (Pamba)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business Licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Tanzania should obtain its own business licence from the Government agency mandated to issue Business Licence. Businesses that deal with international trade are required to obtain class "A" business licence from Business Registrations and Licensing Agency

Depending on the nature of the business, several licences may be required to cover different types of activities. For example, a firm processing shirts may require a licence to process and sell the shirts locally and a licence to export the finished products.

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Registered Exporter System (REX system)

Registered Exporter System (the REX system) is a system of self-certification of origin by registered exporters making out statements on origin. The system is applied for the products listed under Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) schemes of European Union, Norway, Switzerland and Turkey. It simplifies export formalities by allowing the registered exporter to certify the preferential origin himself by including a specific declaration ( statements on origin) on the invoice or another commercial document identifying the exported products. Thus, the registered exporter does not need to apply upon each export for issue of a certificate of origin. The exporter registration is a one off formality.

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Obtain certificate of membership

Membership to the association will only be granted to those who are competent and willing to be committed in the cotton sector. The applicant must demonstrate their willingness to develop the sector once admitted in the association. One will initially be given provisional membership of one year during which they must fulfill their business plan submitted during application.

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Cotton lint export licence

A business wishing to export lint cotton must be registered as an exporter with Tanzania Cotton Board and be issued with the cotton lint export licence. The licence is valid for one financial year beginning 1st July to 30th June.

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Cotton activity licences

Permits

Certificate of radioactivity analysis

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) is the competent authority that regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. This certificate indicates that foods are radioactive free and its issued per consignment depending on the destination of the goods.

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Certificate of origin

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. The Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania.They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment.

A preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) for export where trade agreements have been entered into with Tanzania and other regions such as East African Community (EAC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), European Union (EU) African Growth and Opportunity (AGOA) or Generalised System of Preference (GSP). A non preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture that confirms that the country of origin of goods exported.

For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Non-preferential certificate of origin

The Non preferential certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to any country with no mutual agreement on trade. The certificate is issued per consignment.

EAC certificate of origin

The EAC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within the East African Community (EAC) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AGOA certificate of origin

The AGOA certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the United States of America under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The certificate is issued per consignment.

SADC Certificate of origin

The SADC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). The certificate is issued per consignment.

India certificate of origin

The India certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within India. The certificate is issued per consignment.

China certificate of origin

The China certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the China market. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AfCFTA certificate of origin

The AfCFTA certificate of origin is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. COO is issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.

Generalized System of Preference (GSP) Certificate of origin

The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) certificate of origin is a voluntary trade measure implemented by developed countries that provide preferential tariff treatment to import from developing countries. The certificate is issued per consignment.

Phytosanitary certificate

The Tanzania Plant Health and Pesticides Authority issues a phytosanitary certificate which certifies that plant and plant products are free from regulated pests and conforms with other phytosanitary requirements of the importing country. The certificate is valid per consignment.

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Cotton quality certificate

Cotton quality certificate is given to ginners after sample of cotton from each bale has been delivered to the Tanzania Cotton Board for classification. The certificate is attached with other documents when exporting cotton from Tanzania to the rest of the World and is used per each consignment of the classified cotton.

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Certificate of levy payment

Certificate of levy payment or release order is required for exporters of cotton lint product from Tanzania. An exporter should submit proof of payment for the purchased cotton. Issuance of the certificate is regulated by Tanzania Cotton Board and is required for each consignment for export.

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Cotton lint export permit

Cotton lint export permit certifies that a company has been authorized by Tanzania Cotton Board (CBT) to export (shipment) a certain amount of cotton with specified cotton grades. The approval is valid for a period of sixty days only and is used once for a single shipment.

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Clearance

Cotton export clearance procedure through Dar es Salaam port

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of cotton, click the link.

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Full procedure (for a first time trader)

Export of cotton through the port of Dar es Salaam

This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of cotton for the first time out of Tanzania, via Dar es salaam port.

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Cows & goats (Ng'ombe na mbuzi)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business Licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Tanzania should obtain its own business licence from the Government agency mandated to issue Business Licence. Businesses that deal with international trade are required to obtain class "A" business licence from Business Registrations and Licensing Agency

Depending on the nature of the business, several licences may be required to cover different types of activities. For example, a firm processing shirts may require a licence to process and sell the shirts locally and a licence to export the finished products.

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Obtain registration certificate of meat stakeholders

Anyone intending to export meat and meat products, must first be registered as the meat industry stakeholder with the Tanzania Meat Board (TMB) who will be issued with registration certificate. The certificate is valid for a period of one year starting from the date of registration.

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Permits

Certificate of origin

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. The Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania.They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment.

A preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) for export where trade agreements have been entered into with Tanzania and other regions such as East African Community (EAC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), European Union (EU) African Growth and Opportunity (AGOA) or Generalised System of Preference (GSP). A non preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture that confirms that the country of origin of goods exported.

For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Non-preferential certificate of origin

The Non preferential certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to any country with no mutual agreement on trade. The certificate is issued per consignment.

EAC certificate of origin

The EAC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within the East African Community (EAC) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AGOA certificate of origin

The AGOA certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the United States of America under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The certificate is issued per consignment.

SADC Certificate of origin

The SADC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). The certificate is issued per consignment.

India certificate of origin

The India certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within India. The certificate is issued per consignment.

China certificate of origin

The China certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the China market. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AfCFTA certificate of origin

The AfCFTA certificate of origin is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. COO is issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.

Generalized System of Preference (GSP) Certificate of origin

The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) certificate of origin is a voluntary trade measure implemented by developed countries that provide preferential tariff treatment to import from developing countries. The certificate is issued per consignment.

Clearance certificate for meat and meat products

Export of meat and meat products is regulated by the Tanzania Meat Board who issue an export clearance for each consignment. The clearance certificate will triger further procedures towards the clearance of consignment.

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Animal health export permit

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Clearance

Cows & goats export procedure through Sirari One Stop Border Post (OSBP)

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration.For more information on how to clear your consignment of cows & goats, click the link.

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Full procedure (for a first time trader)

Export of cows & goats through Sirari One Stop Border Post (OSBP)

This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of cows & goats for the first time out of Tanzania, via Sirari OSBP.

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Edible oils (Mafuta ya kula)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business Licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Tanzania should obtain its own business licence from the Government agency mandated to issue Business Licence. Businesses that deal with international trade are required to obtain class "A" business licence from Business Registrations and Licensing Agency

Depending on the nature of the business, several licences may be required to cover different types of activities. For example, a firm processing shirts may require a licence to process and sell the shirts locally and a licence to export the finished products.

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Obtain "tbs" quality mark and tested products certificate

Tanzania Bureau of Standards is mandated to promote standards and undertake measures for quality control of all products in industry and commerce. All producers who wish to trade within the country or outside should have a 'tbs' mark stamped to their products.

View procedure

Registered Exporter System (REX system)

Registered Exporter System (the REX system) is a system of self-certification of origin by registered exporters making out statements on origin. The system is applied for the products listed under Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) schemes of European Union, Norway, Switzerland and Turkey. It simplifies export formalities by allowing the registered exporter to certify the preferential origin himself by including a specific declaration ( statements on origin) on the invoice or another commercial document identifying the exported products. Thus, the registered exporter does not need to apply upon each export for issue of a certificate of origin. The exporter registration is a one off formality.

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Permits

Certificate of radioactivity analysis

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) is the competent authority that regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. This certificate indicates that foods are radioactive free and its issued per consignment depending on the destination of the goods.

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Certificate of origin

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. The Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania.They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment.

A preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) for export where trade agreements have been entered into with Tanzania and other regions such as East African Community (EAC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), European Union (EU) African Growth and Opportunity (AGOA) or Generalised System of Preference (GSP). A non preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture that confirms that the country of origin of goods exported.

For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Non-preferential certificate of origin

The Non preferential certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to any country with no mutual agreement on trade. The certificate is issued per consignment.

EAC certificate of origin

The EAC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within the East African Community (EAC) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AGOA certificate of origin

The AGOA certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the United States of America under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The certificate is issued per consignment.

SADC Certificate of origin

The SADC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). The certificate is issued per consignment.

India certificate of origin

The India certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within India. The certificate is issued per consignment.

China certificate of origin

The China certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the China market. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AfCFTA certificate of origin

The AfCFTA certificate of origin is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. COO is issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.

Generalized System of Preference (GSP) Certificate of origin

The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) certificate of origin is a voluntary trade measure implemented by developed countries that provide preferential tariff treatment to import from developing countries. The certificate is issued per consignment.

Clearance

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Full procedure (for a first time trader)

Export of edible oils through Namanga One Stop Border Post (OSBP)

This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of edible oils for the first time out of Tanzania, via Dar es salaam port.

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Fertilizers (Mbolea)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business Licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Tanzania should obtain its own business licence from the Government agency mandated to issue Business Licence. Businesses that deal with international trade are required to obtain class "A" business licence from Business Registrations and Licensing Agency

Depending on the nature of the business, several licences may be required to cover different types of activities. For example, a firm processing shirts may require a licence to process and sell the shirts locally and a licence to export the finished products.

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Registration of fertilizer dealer

All trader of fertilizer must be registered Tanzania Fertilizers Regulatory authority (TFRA) and obtain a dealer's licence which is valid for one year.

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Registration of fertilizer manufacturer

For a trader to be a fertilizer sterelizer/manufacturer, he/she must be registered by Tanzania Fertilizers Regulatory authority (TFRA ) and issued a licence which is valid for one year

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Permits

Certificate of radioactivity analysis

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) is the competent authority that regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. This certificate indicates that foods are radioactive free and its issued per consignment depending on the destination of the goods.

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Certificate of origin

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. The Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania.They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment.

A preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) for export where trade agreements have been entered into with Tanzania and other regions such as East African Community (EAC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), European Union (EU) African Growth and Opportunity (AGOA) or Generalised System of Preference (GSP). A non preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture that confirms that the country of origin of goods exported.

For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Non-preferential certificate of origin

The Non preferential certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to any country with no mutual agreement on trade. The certificate is issued per consignment.

EAC certificate of origin

The EAC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within the East African Community (EAC) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AGOA certificate of origin

The AGOA certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the United States of America under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The certificate is issued per consignment.

SADC Certificate of origin

The SADC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). The certificate is issued per consignment.

India certificate of origin

The India certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within India. The certificate is issued per consignment.

China certificate of origin

The China certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the China market. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AfCFTA certificate of origin

The AfCFTA certificate of origin is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. COO is issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.

Generalized System of Preference (GSP) Certificate of origin

The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) certificate of origin is a voluntary trade measure implemented by developed countries that provide preferential tariff treatment to import from developing countries. The certificate is issued per consignment.

Fertilizer export permit

Fertilizer export permit is given to a trader who wish to export fertilizers from Tanzania. Export of fertilizer is regulated by Tanzania Fertilizer Regulatory Authority(TFRA) who issue export permit for each consignment.

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Clearance

Fertilizers export clearance procedure through port of Dar es Salaam

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of fertilizer, click the link.

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Full procedure (for a first time trader)

Export of fertilizer through the port of Dar es Salaam

This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of fertilizers for the first time out of Tanzania, via Dar es salaam port.

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Fish and fishery products (Samaki)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business Licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Tanzania should obtain its own business licence from the Government agency mandated to issue Business Licence. Businesses that deal with international trade are required to obtain class "A" business licence from Business Registrations and Licensing Agency

Depending on the nature of the business, several licences may be required to cover different types of activities. For example, a firm processing shirts may require a licence to process and sell the shirts locally and a licence to export the finished products.

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Registered Exporter System (REX system)

Registered Exporter System (the REX system) is a system of self-certification of origin by registered exporters making out statements on origin. The system is applied for the products listed under Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) schemes of European Union, Norway, Switzerland and Turkey. It simplifies export formalities by allowing the registered exporter to certify the preferential origin himself by including a specific declaration ( statements on origin) on the invoice or another commercial document identifying the exported products. Thus, the registered exporter does not need to apply upon each export for issue of a certificate of origin. The exporter registration is a one off formality.

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Fish and fishery products export licence

All exporter of fish and fishery products must have export licence and their premises must be registered by Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock. All registered premises must have certificate of approval. The licence is renewable annually.

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Permits

Certificate of radioactivity analysis

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) is the competent authority that regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. This certificate indicates that foods are radioactive free and its issued per consignment depending on the destination of the goods.

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Certificate of origin

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. The Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania.They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment.

A preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) for export where trade agreements have been entered into with Tanzania and other regions such as East African Community (EAC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), European Union (EU) African Growth and Opportunity (AGOA) or Generalised System of Preference (GSP). A non preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture that confirms that the country of origin of goods exported.

For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Non-preferential certificate of origin

The Non preferential certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to any country with no mutual agreement on trade. The certificate is issued per consignment.

EAC certificate of origin

The EAC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within the East African Community (EAC) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AGOA certificate of origin

The AGOA certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the United States of America under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The certificate is issued per consignment.

SADC Certificate of origin

The SADC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). The certificate is issued per consignment.

India certificate of origin

The India certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within India. The certificate is issued per consignment.

China certificate of origin

The China certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the China market. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AfCFTA certificate of origin

The AfCFTA certificate of origin is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. COO is issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.

Generalized System of Preference (GSP) Certificate of origin

The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) certificate of origin is a voluntary trade measure implemented by developed countries that provide preferential tariff treatment to import from developing countries. The certificate is issued per consignment.

Fish and fishery products export permit

Fish export permit means an official document issued by the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries with an authorized officer to a fish exporter to allow him move fish or fishery products, a quantity of fishery products of a given species which has been subjected to the same treatment and may have come from the same fishing grounds;

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Clearance

Fish and fish products export clearance procedure through JNIA

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of fish, click the link.

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Full procedure (for a first time trader)

Export of fish and fishery products through JNIA

This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of fish and fishery products for the first time out of Tanzania through JNIA.

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Fish and fishery products (Zanzibar)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Zanzibar should obtain its own business licence from the local government offices mandated to issue business licence.

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Register as an exporter

For a trader to engage in business in Zanzibar, he or she should register their business with The Ministry of Trade and Industrial Development and obtain the certificate of registration.

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Registration of marine products exporters

The Ministry of Blue Economy and Fisheries is charged with the mandate of regulation of all marine production including farming of seaweed and marketing of all marine produce in compliance with local and international standards. Traders must therefore register with Ministry of Blue Economy and Fisheries who issue a licence that is valid for one year and can be renewed. For more information on how to register, click on the link.

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Registration of premises (ZFDA) (Unguja)

All traders who intend to deal with distribution and storage of medicines, cosmetics, medical devices and processed food products must have their premises registered. The registration certificate is valid for one year and issued by Zanzibar Food and Drug Agency (ZFDA)

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Permits

Certificate of origin (Zanzibar)

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment. Zanzibar National Chamber of Commerce issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania. The certificates vary depending on the country of destination. For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Certificate of radioactivity analysis

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. TAEC certifies that foods are radioactive free which is a market requirement depending on the destination of the goods. The certificate is issued per consignment and it is valid for three month.

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Permission to export marine products

A business wishing to export marine produce (seaweeds, fish & fish products) must obtain the export permit from the Ministry of Blue Economy and Fisheries .The permit is valid for a period of two weeks only and is used once for a single shipment.

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Export permit

Exporters of all products from Zanzibar must apply for permit from the The Ministry of Trade and Industrial Development and is issued per consignment.

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Clearance

Clearance through port of Malindi

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of fish through Malindi port, click here

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Full procedure (for a first time trader)

Export of fish and fishery products through port of Zanzibar

This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of fish for the first time out of Tanzania, via Malindi port.

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Flowers (Maua)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business Licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Tanzania should obtain its own business licence from the Government agency mandated to issue Business Licence. Businesses that deal with international trade are required to obtain class "A" business licence from Business Registrations and Licensing Agency

Depending on the nature of the business, several licences may be required to cover different types of activities. For example, a firm processing shirts may require a licence to process and sell the shirts locally and a licence to export the finished products.

View procedure

Registered Exporter System (REX system)

Registered Exporter System (the REX system) is a system of self-certification of origin by registered exporters making out statements on origin. The system is applied for the products listed under Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) schemes of European Union, Norway, Switzerland and Turkey. It simplifies export formalities by allowing the registered exporter to certify the preferential origin himself by including a specific declaration ( statements on origin) on the invoice or another commercial document identifying the exported products. Thus, the registered exporter does not need to apply upon each export for issue of a certificate of origin. The exporter registration is a one off formality.

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Permits

Certificate of radioactivity analysis

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) is the competent authority that regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. This certificate indicates that foods are radioactive free and its issued per consignment depending on the destination of the goods.

View procedure

Certificate of origin

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. The Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania.They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment.

A preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) for export where trade agreements have been entered into with Tanzania and other regions such as East African Community (EAC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), European Union (EU) African Growth and Opportunity (AGOA) or Generalised System of Preference (GSP). A non preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture that confirms that the country of origin of goods exported.

For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Non-preferential certificate of origin

The Non preferential certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to any country with no mutual agreement on trade. The certificate is issued per consignment.

EAC certificate of origin

The EAC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within the East African Community (EAC) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AGOA certificate of origin

The AGOA certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the United States of America under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The certificate is issued per consignment.

SADC Certificate of origin

The SADC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). The certificate is issued per consignment.

India certificate of origin

The India certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within India. The certificate is issued per consignment.

China certificate of origin

The China certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the China market. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AfCFTA certificate of origin

The AfCFTA certificate of origin is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. COO is issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.

Generalized System of Preference (GSP) Certificate of origin

The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) certificate of origin is a voluntary trade measure implemented by developed countries that provide preferential tariff treatment to import from developing countries. The certificate is issued per consignment.

Phytosanitary certificate

The Tanzania Plant Health and Pesticides Authority issues a phytosanitary certificate which certifies that plant and plant products are free from regulated pests and conforms with other phytosanitary requirements of the importing country. The certificate is valid per consignment.

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Clearance

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Full procedure (for a first time trader)

Export of flowers through JNIA

This procedure sequentially compiles the licences, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of flowers for the first time out of Tanzania, via Dar es salaam port to the EU.

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Fruits & vegetables (Zanzibar)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Zanzibar should obtain its own business licence from the local government offices mandated to issue business licence.

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Registered Exporter System (REX system)

Registered Exporter System (the REX system) is a system of self-certification of origin by registered exporters making out statements on origin. The system is applied for the products listed under Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) schemes of European Union, Norway, Switzerland and Turkey. It simplifies export formalities by allowing the registered exporter to certify the preferential origin himself by including a specific declaration ( statements on origin) on the invoice or another commercial document identifying the exported products. Thus, the registered exporter does not need to apply upon each export for issue of a certificate of origin. The exporter registration is a one off formality.

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Register as an exporter

For a trader to engage in business in Zanzibar, he or she should register their business with The Ministry of Trade and Industrial Development and obtain the certificate of registration.

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Permits

Phytosanitary certificate

A phytosanitary certificate delivered by the Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation, Natural Resources and Livestock of Zanzibar certifies that plant and plant products are free from regulated pests and conforms with other phytosanitary requirements of the importing country.

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Certificate of origin (Zanzibar)

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment. Zanzibar National Chamber of Commerce issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania. The certificates vary depending on the country of destination. For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Certificate of radioactivity analysis

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. TAEC certifies that foods are radioactive free which is a market requirement depending on the destination of the goods. The certificate is issued per consignment and it is valid for three month.

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Export permit

Exporters of all products from Zanzibar must apply for permit from the The Ministry of Trade and Industrial Development and is issued per consignment.

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Clearance

Clearance of fruits through Abeid Aman Karuma international Airpot

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Fruits (Matunda)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business Licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Tanzania should obtain its own business licence from the Government agency mandated to issue Business Licence. Businesses that deal with international trade are required to obtain class "A" business licence from Business Registrations and Licensing Agency

Depending on the nature of the business, several licences may be required to cover different types of activities. For example, a firm processing shirts may require a licence to process and sell the shirts locally and a licence to export the finished products.

View procedure

Registered Exporter System (REX system)

Registered Exporter System (the REX system) is a system of self-certification of origin by registered exporters making out statements on origin. The system is applied for the products listed under Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) schemes of European Union, Norway, Switzerland and Turkey. It simplifies export formalities by allowing the registered exporter to certify the preferential origin himself by including a specific declaration ( statements on origin) on the invoice or another commercial document identifying the exported products. Thus, the registered exporter does not need to apply upon each export for issue of a certificate of origin. The exporter registration is a one off formality.

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Permits

Certificate of radioactivity analysis

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) is the competent authority that regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. This certificate indicates that foods are radioactive free and its issued per consignment depending on the destination of the goods.

View procedure

Certificate of origin

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. The Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania.They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment.

A preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) for export where trade agreements have been entered into with Tanzania and other regions such as East African Community (EAC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), European Union (EU) African Growth and Opportunity (AGOA) or Generalised System of Preference (GSP). A non preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture that confirms that the country of origin of goods exported.

For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Non-preferential certificate of origin

The Non preferential certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to any country with no mutual agreement on trade. The certificate is issued per consignment.

EAC certificate of origin

The EAC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within the East African Community (EAC) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AGOA certificate of origin

The AGOA certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the United States of America under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The certificate is issued per consignment.

SADC Certificate of origin

The SADC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). The certificate is issued per consignment.

India certificate of origin

The India certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within India. The certificate is issued per consignment.

China certificate of origin

The China certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the China market. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AfCFTA certificate of origin

The AfCFTA certificate of origin is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. COO is issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.

Generalized System of Preference (GSP) Certificate of origin

The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) certificate of origin is a voluntary trade measure implemented by developed countries that provide preferential tariff treatment to import from developing countries. The certificate is issued per consignment.

Phytosanitary certificate

The Tanzania Plant Health and Pesticides Authority issues a phytosanitary certificate which certifies that plant and plant products are free from regulated pests and conforms with other phytosanitary requirements of the importing country. The certificate is valid per consignment.

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Clearance

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Fruits export procedure through JNIA

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of fruits and vegetables, click the link.

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Fruits export procedure through Namanga One Border Post (OSPB)

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of fruits and vegetables, click the link.

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Fruits export procedure through Sirari One Stop Border Post (OSBP)

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of fruits and vegetables, click the link.

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Fruits export procedure through Rusumo One Border Post (OSPB)

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of fruits and vegetables, click the link.

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Full procedure (for a first time trader)

Export of fruits through JNIA

This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of fruits and vegetables for the first time out of Tanzania, via JNIA.

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Leather (ngozi za wanyama)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business Licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Tanzania should obtain its own business licence from the Government agency mandated to issue Business Licence. Businesses that deal with international trade are required to obtain class "A" business licence from Business Registrations and Licensing Agency

Depending on the nature of the business, several licences may be required to cover different types of activities. For example, a firm processing shirts may require a licence to process and sell the shirts locally and a licence to export the finished products.

View procedure

Registered Exporter System (REX system)

Registered Exporter System (the REX system) is a system of self-certification of origin by registered exporters making out statements on origin. The system is applied for the products listed under Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) schemes of European Union, Norway, Switzerland and Turkey. It simplifies export formalities by allowing the registered exporter to certify the preferential origin himself by including a specific declaration ( statements on origin) on the invoice or another commercial document identifying the exported products. Thus, the registered exporter does not need to apply upon each export for issue of a certificate of origin. The exporter registration is a one off formality.

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Leather grader licence

The Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries issues leather grading licence for traders who own registered and licensed premise for curing, processing, and trading in hides, skins & leather and want to do exportation of leather. A person shall not by way of trade, grade or select any hides, skins or leather either on his own account or as an employee or agent of any other person unless he is a holder of valid hides grader license.

The licence is valid for a period of five (5) years.

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Certificate of registration for premise

Registration certificate is legal documents issued by The Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries to trader who own any premise which is intended to be used in the business of production, processing and exporting of hides, skins or leather.

When a premise registration certificate is issued, it remains in force for one year in respect of which it is issued. After that, the owner of the premise is required to renew the certificate of registration.

In addition to that, the premise is liable to periodic inspection and environmental assessment by the registration authority inspector. After the inspection and assessment, the inspector recommends if it is still eligible to be a premise for hides, skin and leather according to the rules and regulations.

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Premises licence

Every premises which is to be used for the hides,skin and leather trade must obtain a valid Premise Licence from The Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries. The Premise licence is valid for one (1) year.

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Permits

Certificate of origin

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. The Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania.They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment.

A preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) for export where trade agreements have been entered into with Tanzania and other regions such as East African Community (EAC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), European Union (EU) African Growth and Opportunity (AGOA) or Generalised System of Preference (GSP). A non preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture that confirms that the country of origin of goods exported.

For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Non-preferential certificate of origin

The Non preferential certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to any country with no mutual agreement on trade. The certificate is issued per consignment.

EAC certificate of origin

The EAC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within the East African Community (EAC) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AGOA certificate of origin

The AGOA certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the United States of America under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The certificate is issued per consignment.

SADC Certificate of origin

The SADC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). The certificate is issued per consignment.

India certificate of origin

The India certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within India. The certificate is issued per consignment.

China certificate of origin

The China certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the China market. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AfCFTA certificate of origin

The AfCFTA certificate of origin is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. COO is issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.

Generalized System of Preference (GSP) Certificate of origin

The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) certificate of origin is a voluntary trade measure implemented by developed countries that provide preferential tariff treatment to import from developing countries. The certificate is issued per consignment.

Leather grading and pricing certificate

A trader who wishes to export consignment of Leather is required to be granted a Leather grading and pricing certificate from The Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries which certifies the contents of the bales in every consignment. The validity of certificate is 7 to 14 days after the consignment exit the country.

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Animal health export permit

Animal health certificate is required for exporters of animal and/or animal product from Tanzania main land. Issuance of the certificate is regulated by the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries under the department of Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) and is required for each consignment for export.

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Clearance

Clearance of leather through the port of Dar Es salaam

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of hides & skin, click the link.

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Export of leather through the port of Dar es Salaam

This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of hides, skin and wet blue leather for the first time out of Tanzania, via Dar es salaam port.

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Honey & other apiary products (Asali)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business Licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Tanzania should obtain its own business licence from the Government agency mandated to issue Business Licence. Businesses that deal with international trade are required to obtain class "A" business licence from Business Registrations and Licensing Agency

Depending on the nature of the business, several licences may be required to cover different types of activities. For example, a firm processing shirts may require a licence to process and sell the shirts locally and a licence to export the finished products.

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Registered Exporter System (REX system)

Registered Exporter System (the REX system) is a system of self-certification of origin by registered exporters making out statements on origin. The system is applied for the products listed under Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) schemes of European Union, Norway, Switzerland and Turkey. It simplifies export formalities by allowing the registered exporter to certify the preferential origin himself by including a specific declaration ( statements on origin) on the invoice or another commercial document identifying the exported products. Thus, the registered exporter does not need to apply upon each export for issue of a certificate of origin. The exporter registration is a one off formality.

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Registration of honey & other apiary products dealer

All traders who wish to deal with honey or any other apiary and bee product must be registered by Tanzania Forest Service Agency. This registration is valid for one year.

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Permits

Animal health export permit

Animal health certificate is required for exporters of animal and/or animal product from Tanzania main land. Issuance of the certificate is regulated by the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries under the department of Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) and is required for each consignment for export.

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Certificate of radioactivity analysis

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) is the competent authority that regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. This certificate indicates that foods are radioactive free and its issued per consignment depending on the destination of the goods.

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Transit Pass (TP) for apiary products

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Certificate of origin

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. The Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania.They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment.

A preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) for export where trade agreements have been entered into with Tanzania and other regions such as East African Community (EAC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), European Union (EU) African Growth and Opportunity (AGOA) or Generalised System of Preference (GSP). A non preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture that confirms that the country of origin of goods exported.

For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Non-preferential certificate of origin

The Non preferential certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to any country with no mutual agreement on trade. The certificate is issued per consignment.

EAC certificate of origin

The EAC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within the East African Community (EAC) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AGOA certificate of origin

The AGOA certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the United States of America under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The certificate is issued per consignment.

SADC Certificate of origin

The SADC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). The certificate is issued per consignment.

India certificate of origin

The India certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within India. The certificate is issued per consignment.

China certificate of origin

The China certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the China market. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AfCFTA certificate of origin

The AfCFTA certificate of origin is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. COO is issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.

Generalized System of Preference (GSP) Certificate of origin

The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) certificate of origin is a voluntary trade measure implemented by developed countries that provide preferential tariff treatment to import from developing countries. The certificate is issued per consignment.

Export permit for honey & other apiary products

For a trader to export honey, beewax or pollen products, you are required to have export permit per consignment issued by Tanzania Forest Service Agency at any District office.

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Clearance

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Full procedure (for a first time trader)

Export of honey & other apiary products through Dar es Salaam port

This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of honey & other apiary products for the first time out of Tanzania, via Dar es salaam port to the European Union.

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Honey & other apiary products (Asali) (Zanzibar)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Zanzibar should obtain its own business licence from the local government offices mandated to issue business licence.

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Registered Exporter System (REX system)

Registered Exporter System (the REX system) is a system of self-certification of origin by registered exporters making out statements on origin. The system is applied for the products listed under Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) schemes of European Union, Norway, Switzerland and Turkey. It simplifies export formalities by allowing the registered exporter to certify the preferential origin himself by including a specific declaration ( statements on origin) on the invoice or another commercial document identifying the exported products. Thus, the registered exporter does not need to apply upon each export for issue of a certificate of origin. The exporter registration is a one off formality.

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Register as an exporter

For a trader to engage in business in Zanzibar, he or she should register their business with The Ministry of Trade and Industrial Development and obtain the certificate of registration.

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Certificate of registration (ZRA)

For a trader to engage in business in Zanzibar, he/she should register their business with Zanzibar Revenue Authority (ZRA) and obtain the certificate of registration.

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Permits

Certificate of analysis

Phytosanitary certificate

A phytosanitary certificate delivered by the Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation, Natural Resources and Livestock of Zanzibar certifies that plant and plant products are free from regulated pests and conforms with other phytosanitary requirements of the importing country.

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Certificate of origin (Zanzibar)

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment. Zanzibar National Chamber of Commerce issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania. The certificates vary depending on the country of destination. For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Certificate of radioactivity analysis

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. TAEC certifies that foods are radioactive free which is a market requirement depending on the destination of the goods. The certificate is issued per consignment and it is valid for three month.

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Export permit

Exporters of all products from Zanzibar must apply for permit from the The Ministry of Trade and Industrial Development and is issued per consignment.

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Obtain transfer receipt

The Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation, Natural Resources and Livestock issue transfer receipt for honey consignment transferred from Pemba to Unguja after being inspected. The validity of the receipt is per single conginment.

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Obtain honey export permit

An export permit is issued by The Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation, Natural Resources and Livestock (MAINL) to an exporter of honey as indication that MAINL has cleared the consignment for export. For more information on how to obtain the permit, click on the link below

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Clearance

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Full procedure (for a first time trader)

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Horns & hooves (Pembe)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business Licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Tanzania should obtain its own business licence from the Government agency mandated to issue Business Licence. Businesses that deal with international trade are required to obtain class "A" business licence from Business Registrations and Licensing Agency

Depending on the nature of the business, several licences may be required to cover different types of activities. For example, a firm processing shirts may require a licence to process and sell the shirts locally and a licence to export the finished products.

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Permits

Certificate of radioactivity analysis

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) is the competent authority that regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. This certificate indicates that foods are radioactive free and its issued per consignment depending on the destination of the goods.

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Certificate of origin

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. The Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania.They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment.

A preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) for export where trade agreements have been entered into with Tanzania and other regions such as East African Community (EAC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), European Union (EU) African Growth and Opportunity (AGOA) or Generalised System of Preference (GSP). A non preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture that confirms that the country of origin of goods exported.

For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Non-preferential certificate of origin

The Non preferential certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to any country with no mutual agreement on trade. The certificate is issued per consignment.

EAC certificate of origin

The EAC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within the East African Community (EAC) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AGOA certificate of origin

The AGOA certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the United States of America under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The certificate is issued per consignment.

SADC Certificate of origin

The SADC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). The certificate is issued per consignment.

India certificate of origin

The India certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within India. The certificate is issued per consignment.

China certificate of origin

The China certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the China market. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AfCFTA certificate of origin

The AfCFTA certificate of origin is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. COO is issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.

Generalized System of Preference (GSP) Certificate of origin

The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) certificate of origin is a voluntary trade measure implemented by developed countries that provide preferential tariff treatment to import from developing countries. The certificate is issued per consignment.

Animal health export permit

Animal health certificate is required for exporters of animal and/or animal product from Tanzania main land. Issuance of the certificate is regulated by the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries under the department of Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) and is required for each consignment for export.

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Clearance

Clearance of horns & hooves through the port of Dar Es salaam

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Full procedure (for a first time trader)

Export of horns and hooves through the port of Dar Es Salaam

This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of livestock for the first time out of Tanzania, via Dar es salaam port.

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Legumes (chickpeas, soybeans, lentils) (Mazao ya mikunde)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business Licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Tanzania should obtain its own business licence from the Government agency mandated to issue Business Licence. Businesses that deal with international trade are required to obtain class "A" business licence from Business Registrations and Licensing Agency

Depending on the nature of the business, several licences may be required to cover different types of activities. For example, a firm processing shirts may require a licence to process and sell the shirts locally and a licence to export the finished products.

View procedure

Registered Exporter System (REX system)

Registered Exporter System (the REX system) is a system of self-certification of origin by registered exporters making out statements on origin. The system is applied for the products listed under Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) schemes of European Union, Norway, Switzerland and Turkey. It simplifies export formalities by allowing the registered exporter to certify the preferential origin himself by including a specific declaration ( statements on origin) on the invoice or another commercial document identifying the exported products. Thus, the registered exporter does not need to apply upon each export for issue of a certificate of origin. The exporter registration is a one off formality.

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Permits

Food crop export permit

Exporters of food crops (except perishables) must have permit from the Ministry of Agriculture which is valid for two months and issued per consignment.

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Certificate of radioactivity analysis

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) is the competent authority that regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. This certificate indicates that foods are radioactive free and its issued per consignment depending on the destination of the goods.

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Certificate of origin

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. The Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania.They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment.

A preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) for export where trade agreements have been entered into with Tanzania and other regions such as East African Community (EAC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), European Union (EU) African Growth and Opportunity (AGOA) or Generalised System of Preference (GSP). A non preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture that confirms that the country of origin of goods exported.

For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Non-preferential certificate of origin

The Non preferential certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to any country with no mutual agreement on trade. The certificate is issued per consignment.

EAC certificate of origin

The EAC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within the East African Community (EAC) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AGOA certificate of origin

The AGOA certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the United States of America under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The certificate is issued per consignment.

SADC Certificate of origin

The SADC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). The certificate is issued per consignment.

India certificate of origin

The India certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within India. The certificate is issued per consignment.

China certificate of origin

The China certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the China market. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AfCFTA certificate of origin

The AfCFTA certificate of origin is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. COO is issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.

Generalized System of Preference (GSP) Certificate of origin

The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) certificate of origin is a voluntary trade measure implemented by developed countries that provide preferential tariff treatment to import from developing countries. The certificate is issued per consignment.

Phytosanitary certificate

The Tanzania Plant Health and Pesticides Authority issues a phytosanitary certificate which certifies that plant and plant products are free from regulated pests and conforms with other phytosanitary requirements of the importing country. The certificate is valid per consignment.

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Clearance

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Legumes export procedure through the port of Dar es Salaam

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration.For more information on how to clear your consignment of legumes, click the link.

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Legumes export procedure through Namanga One Border Post (OSPB)

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration.For more information on how to clear your consignment of legumes, click the link.

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Legumes export procedure through Sirari One Stop Border Post (OSBP)

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration.For more information on how to clear your consignment of legumes, click the link.

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Legumes clearance procedure through Rusumo One Border Post (OSPB)

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration.For more information on how to clear your consignment of legumes, click the link.

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Full procedure (for a first time trader)

Export of legumes through the port of Dar es Salaam

This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of legumes for the first time out of Tanzania, via Dar es salaam port.

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Meat and meat products (Nyama)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business Licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Tanzania should obtain its own business licence from the Government agency mandated to issue Business Licence. Businesses that deal with international trade are required to obtain class "A" business licence from Business Registrations and Licensing Agency

Depending on the nature of the business, several licences may be required to cover different types of activities. For example, a firm processing shirts may require a licence to process and sell the shirts locally and a licence to export the finished products.

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Obtain registration certificate of meat stakeholders

Anyone intending to export meat and meat products, must first be registered as the meat industry stakeholder with the Tanzania Meat Board (TMB) who will be issued with registration certificate. The certificate is valid for a period of one year starting from the date of registration.

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Permits

Certificate of radioactivity analysis

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) is the competent authority that regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. This certificate indicates that foods are radioactive free and its issued per consignment depending on the destination of the goods.

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Certificate of origin

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. The Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania.They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment.

A preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) for export where trade agreements have been entered into with Tanzania and other regions such as East African Community (EAC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), European Union (EU) African Growth and Opportunity (AGOA) or Generalised System of Preference (GSP). A non preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture that confirms that the country of origin of goods exported.

For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Non-preferential certificate of origin

The Non preferential certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to any country with no mutual agreement on trade. The certificate is issued per consignment.

EAC certificate of origin

The EAC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within the East African Community (EAC) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AGOA certificate of origin

The AGOA certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the United States of America under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The certificate is issued per consignment.

SADC Certificate of origin

The SADC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). The certificate is issued per consignment.

India certificate of origin

The India certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within India. The certificate is issued per consignment.

China certificate of origin

The China certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the China market. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AfCFTA certificate of origin

The AfCFTA certificate of origin is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. COO is issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.

Generalized System of Preference (GSP) Certificate of origin

The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) certificate of origin is a voluntary trade measure implemented by developed countries that provide preferential tariff treatment to import from developing countries. The certificate is issued per consignment.

Clearance certificate for meat and meat products

Export of meat and meat products is regulated by the Tanzania Meat Board who issue an export clearance for each consignment. The clearance certificate will triger further procedures towards the clearance of consignment.

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Animal health export permit

Animal health certificate is required for exporters of animal and/or animal product from Tanzania main land. Issuance of the certificate is regulated by the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries under the department of Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) and is required for each consignment for export.

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Clearance

Meat and meat products clearance procedure through JNIA

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of meat, click the link.

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Full procedure (for a first time trader)

Export of meat and meat products through JNIA

This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of meat and meat products for the first time out of Tanzania, via JNIA

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Medical or in vitro diagnosis device (Vifaa vya matibabu)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business Licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Tanzania should obtain its own business licence from the Government agency mandated to issue Business Licence. Businesses that deal with international trade are required to obtain class "A" business licence from Business Registrations and Licensing Agency

Depending on the nature of the business, several licences may be required to cover different types of activities. For example, a firm processing shirts may require a licence to process and sell the shirts locally and a licence to export the finished products.

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Registration of premises for medical or in vitro diagnosis device

All traders who intend to deal with distribution, storage and exportation of medical or in vitro diagnostic products must have their premises registered. The registration certificate is only issued to registered medical or in vitro diagnostics dealers and is regulated by the Tanzania Medicines and Medical Devices Authority (TMDA).

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Registration of medical device or in vitro diagnostic devices

Product registration is mandatory for all medical devices exported from Tanzania. Upon successful product evaluation traders are issued with a product registration certificate by Tanzania Medicines and Medical Devices Authority (TMDA)

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Permits

Certificate of radioactivity analysis

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) is the competent authority that regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. This certificate indicates that foods are radioactive free and its issued per consignment depending on the destination of the goods.

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Certificate of origin

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. The Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania.They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment.

A preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) for export where trade agreements have been entered into with Tanzania and other regions such as East African Community (EAC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), European Union (EU) African Growth and Opportunity (AGOA) or Generalised System of Preference (GSP). A non preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture that confirms that the country of origin of goods exported.

For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Non-preferential certificate of origin

The Non preferential certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to any country with no mutual agreement on trade. The certificate is issued per consignment.

EAC certificate of origin

The EAC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within the East African Community (EAC) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AGOA certificate of origin

The AGOA certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the United States of America under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The certificate is issued per consignment.

SADC Certificate of origin

The SADC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). The certificate is issued per consignment.

India certificate of origin

The India certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within India. The certificate is issued per consignment.

China certificate of origin

The China certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the China market. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AfCFTA certificate of origin

The AfCFTA certificate of origin is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. COO is issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.

Generalized System of Preference (GSP) Certificate of origin

The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) certificate of origin is a voluntary trade measure implemented by developed countries that provide preferential tariff treatment to import from developing countries. The certificate is issued per consignment.

Medical device or in vitro diagnostics export permit

Medical or in vitro diagnosis device export permit is issued by Tanzania Medicines and Medical Devices Authority (TMDA) to a trader who wish to export registered Medical or in vitro diagnostic devices.The permit is given per consignment and is valid for three months from the date of approval.

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Medical or in vitro diagnosis export clearance procedure through Dar es Salaam port

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of medical devices, click the link.

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Medical devices export procedure through Namanga One Border Post (OSPB)

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of medical devices, click the link.

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Medical devices export procedure through Sirari One Stop Border Post (OSBP)

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of medical devices, click the link.

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Medical devices export procedure through Rusumo One Border Post (OSPB)

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of medical devices, click the link.

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This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of medical devices for the first time out of Tanzania, via Dar es salaam port.

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Medicine (Dawa)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business Licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Tanzania should obtain its own business licence from the Government agency mandated to issue Business Licence. Businesses that deal with international trade are required to obtain class "A" business licence from Business Registrations and Licensing Agency

Depending on the nature of the business, several licences may be required to cover different types of activities. For example, a firm processing shirts may require a licence to process and sell the shirts locally and a licence to export the finished products.

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Registration of premises for wholesale medicine

All traders who intend to deal with distribution and storage of medicine products must have their premises registered. The registration certificate is only issued to registered medicine dealers and is regulated by the Tanzania Medicines and Medical Devices Authority (TMDA)

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Registration of medicine

Product registration is mandatory for all medicine exported from Tanzania. Upon successful product evaluation the trader is issued with a product registration certificate by Tanzania Medicines and Medical Devices Authority (TMDA).

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Permits

Certificate of radioactivity analysis

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) is the competent authority that regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. This certificate indicates that foods are radioactive free and its issued per consignment depending on the destination of the goods.

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Certificate of origin

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. The Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania.They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment.

A preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) for export where trade agreements have been entered into with Tanzania and other regions such as East African Community (EAC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), European Union (EU) African Growth and Opportunity (AGOA) or Generalised System of Preference (GSP). A non preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture that confirms that the country of origin of goods exported.

For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Non-preferential certificate of origin

The Non preferential certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to any country with no mutual agreement on trade. The certificate is issued per consignment.

EAC certificate of origin

The EAC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within the East African Community (EAC) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AGOA certificate of origin

The AGOA certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the United States of America under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The certificate is issued per consignment.

SADC Certificate of origin

The SADC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). The certificate is issued per consignment.

India certificate of origin

The India certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within India. The certificate is issued per consignment.

China certificate of origin

The China certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the China market. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AfCFTA certificate of origin

The AfCFTA certificate of origin is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. COO is issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.

Generalized System of Preference (GSP) Certificate of origin

The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) certificate of origin is a voluntary trade measure implemented by developed countries that provide preferential tariff treatment to import from developing countries. The certificate is issued per consignment.

Medicine export permit

Medicine export permit is issued by Tanzania Medicines and Medical Devices Authority (TMDA ) to a trader who wish to export registered medicine. It is issued per consignment and is valid for three months from the date of approval.

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Export of medicine through the port of Dar es Salaam

This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of medicine for the first time out of Tanzania, via Dar es salaam port.

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Milk and milk products (Maziwa)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business Licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Tanzania should obtain its own business licence from the Government agency mandated to issue Business Licence. Businesses that deal with international trade are required to obtain class "A" business licence from Business Registrations and Licensing Agency

Depending on the nature of the business, several licences may be required to cover different types of activities. For example, a firm processing shirts may require a licence to process and sell the shirts locally and a licence to export the finished products.

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Exporter registration of dairy stakeholder

Any person intending to export milk and milk products, must first be registered as the milk industry stakeholder with the Tanzania Dairy Board who will be issued with registration certificate. The Certificate of registration of the dairy issued under the regulations shall be valid for a period of five years upon payment of annual retention fee of ten percent of the registration fee.

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Permits

Certificate of radioactivity analysis

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) is the competent authority that regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. This certificate indicates that foods are radioactive free and its issued per consignment depending on the destination of the goods.

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Certificate of origin

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. The Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania.They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment.

A preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) for export where trade agreements have been entered into with Tanzania and other regions such as East African Community (EAC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), European Union (EU) African Growth and Opportunity (AGOA) or Generalised System of Preference (GSP). A non preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture that confirms that the country of origin of goods exported.

For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Non-preferential certificate of origin

The Non preferential certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to any country with no mutual agreement on trade. The certificate is issued per consignment.

EAC certificate of origin

The EAC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within the East African Community (EAC) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AGOA certificate of origin

The AGOA certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the United States of America under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The certificate is issued per consignment.

SADC Certificate of origin

The SADC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). The certificate is issued per consignment.

India certificate of origin

The India certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within India. The certificate is issued per consignment.

China certificate of origin

The China certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the China market. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AfCFTA certificate of origin

The AfCFTA certificate of origin is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. COO is issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.

Generalized System of Preference (GSP) Certificate of origin

The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) certificate of origin is a voluntary trade measure implemented by developed countries that provide preferential tariff treatment to import from developing countries. The certificate is issued per consignment.

Milk and milk products export permit

Export of milk and milk products is regulated by the Tanzania Dairy Board. A trader intending to export milk and milk products from Tanzania must obtain an export permit for each consignment.

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Animal health export permit

Animal health certificate is required for exporters of animal and/or animal product from Tanzania main land. Issuance of the certificate is regulated by the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries under the department of Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) and is required for each consignment for export.

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Clearance

Clearance of milk and milk products through JNIA

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of milk, click the link.

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Export of milk and milk products through JNIA

This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of milk and milk products for the first time out of Tanzania, via Dar es salaam port.

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Peas (Mbaazi)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business Licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Tanzania should obtain its own business licence from the Government agency mandated to issue Business Licence. Businesses that deal with international trade are required to obtain class "A" business licence from Business Registrations and Licensing Agency

Depending on the nature of the business, several licences may be required to cover different types of activities. For example, a firm processing shirts may require a licence to process and sell the shirts locally and a licence to export the finished products.

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Registered Exporter System (REX system)

Registered Exporter System (the REX system) is a system of self-certification of origin by registered exporters making out statements on origin. The system is applied for the products listed under Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) schemes of European Union, Norway, Switzerland and Turkey. It simplifies export formalities by allowing the registered exporter to certify the preferential origin himself by including a specific declaration ( statements on origin) on the invoice or another commercial document identifying the exported products. Thus, the registered exporter does not need to apply upon each export for issue of a certificate of origin. The exporter registration is a one off formality.

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Permits

Food crop export permit

Exporters of food crops (except perishables) must have permit from the Ministry of Agriculture which is valid for two months and issued per consignment.

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Certificate of radioactivity analysis

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) is the competent authority that regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. This certificate indicates that foods are radioactive free and its issued per consignment depending on the destination of the goods.

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Certificate of origin

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. The Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania.They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment.

A preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) for export where trade agreements have been entered into with Tanzania and other regions such as East African Community (EAC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), European Union (EU) African Growth and Opportunity (AGOA) or Generalised System of Preference (GSP). A non preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture that confirms that the country of origin of goods exported.

For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Non-preferential certificate of origin

The Non preferential certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to any country with no mutual agreement on trade. The certificate is issued per consignment.

EAC certificate of origin

The EAC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within the East African Community (EAC) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AGOA certificate of origin

The AGOA certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the United States of America under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The certificate is issued per consignment.

SADC Certificate of origin

The SADC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). The certificate is issued per consignment.

India certificate of origin

The India certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within India. The certificate is issued per consignment.

China certificate of origin

The China certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the China market. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AfCFTA certificate of origin

The AfCFTA certificate of origin is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. COO is issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.

Generalized System of Preference (GSP) Certificate of origin

The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) certificate of origin is a voluntary trade measure implemented by developed countries that provide preferential tariff treatment to import from developing countries. The certificate is issued per consignment.

Phytosanitary certificate

The Tanzania Plant Health and Pesticides Authority issues a phytosanitary certificate which certifies that plant and plant products are free from regulated pests and conforms with other phytosanitary requirements of the importing country. The certificate is valid per consignment.

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Clearance

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Full procedure (for a first time trader)

Export of peas through Sirari One Stop Border Posts (OSBP)

This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of peas for the first time out of Tanzania, via Sirari OSBP.

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Processed foodstuffs (Vyakula vilivyosindikwa)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business Licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Tanzania should obtain its own business licence from the Government agency mandated to issue Business Licence. Businesses that deal with international trade are required to obtain class "A" business licence from Business Registrations and Licensing Agency

Depending on the nature of the business, several licences may be required to cover different types of activities. For example, a firm processing shirts may require a licence to process and sell the shirts locally and a licence to export the finished products.

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Obtain "tbs" quality mark and tested products certificate

Tanzania Bureau of Standards is mandated to promote standards and undertake measures for quality control of all products in industry and commerce. All producers who wish to trade within the country or outside should have a 'tbs' mark stamped to their products.

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Permits

Certificate of radioactivity analysis

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) is the competent authority that regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. This certificate indicates that foods are radioactive free and its issued per consignment depending on the destination of the goods.

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Certificate of origin

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. The Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania.They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment.

A preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) for export where trade agreements have been entered into with Tanzania and other regions such as East African Community (EAC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), European Union (EU) African Growth and Opportunity (AGOA) or Generalised System of Preference (GSP). A non preferential certificate of origin is an export document issued by Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture that confirms that the country of origin of goods exported.

For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Non-preferential certificate of origin

The Non preferential certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to any country with no mutual agreement on trade. The certificate is issued per consignment.

EAC certificate of origin

The EAC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within the East African Community (EAC) region. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AGOA certificate of origin

The AGOA certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the United States of America under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The certificate is issued per consignment.

SADC Certificate of origin

The SADC certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). The certificate is issued per consignment.

India certificate of origin

The India certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported within India. The certificate is issued per consignment.

China certificate of origin

The China certificate of origin is required for goods obtained, manufactured, produced or processed in Tanzania, and are to be exported to the China market. The certificate is issued per consignment.

AfCFTA certificate of origin

The AfCFTA certificate of origin is an international trade document which certifies that a certain product being exported is wholly manufactured, produced, processed or obtained from the exporting country. COO is issued by the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA), Rules of Origin Section. For more information on how to obtain the certificate, click the link.

Generalized System of Preference (GSP) Certificate of origin

The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) certificate of origin is a voluntary trade measure implemented by developed countries that provide preferential tariff treatment to import from developing countries. The certificate is issued per consignment.

Clearance

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Process foodstuff export procedure through Dar es Salaam port

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of processed food, click the link.

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Processed foodstuffs export procedure through Namanga One Stop Border Post (OSBP)

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of processed food, click the link.

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Beverages export procedure through Sirari One Stop Border Post (OSBP)

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of beverages, click the link.

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Processed foodstuffs export procedure through Sirari One Stop Border Post (OSBP)

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearing agency and/or trader are liable for all information declared on customs declaration. For more information on how to clear your consignment of processed food, click the link.

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Full procedure (for a first time trader)

Export of processed food through the port of Dar es Salaam

This procedure sequentially compiles the licenses, permits and clearance steps to be fulfilled by a registered business owner exporting a consignment of processed food for the first time out of Tanzania, via Dar es salaam port.

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Seaweeds (Mwani)

Preliminary registration and licences

Business licence

Business licence is a legal document issued by government agencies that grants the user the right to operate any form of trade, commerce, craftsmanship or specified profession carried on for profit or gain (business) within government's geographical jurisdiction.

Any businesses line in Zanzibar should obtain its own business licence from the local government offices mandated to issue business licence.

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Registered Exporter System (REX system)

Registered Exporter System (the REX system) is a system of self-certification of origin by registered exporters making out statements on origin. The system is applied for the products listed under Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) schemes of European Union, Norway, Switzerland and Turkey. It simplifies export formalities by allowing the registered exporter to certify the preferential origin himself by including a specific declaration ( statements on origin) on the invoice or another commercial document identifying the exported products. Thus, the registered exporter does not need to apply upon each export for issue of a certificate of origin. The exporter registration is a one off formality.

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Register as an exporter

For a trader to engage in business in Zanzibar, he or she should register their business with The Ministry of Trade and Industrial Development and obtain the certificate of registration.

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Registration of marine products exporters

The Ministry of Blue Economy and Fisheries is charged with the mandate of regulation of all marine production including farming of seaweed and marketing of all marine produce in compliance with local and international standards. Traders must therefore register with Ministry of Blue Economy and Fisheries who issue a licence that is valid for one year and can be renewed. For more information on how to register, click on the link.

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Permits

Phytosanitary certificate

A phytosanitary certificate delivered by the Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation, Natural Resources and Livestock of Zanzibar certifies that plant and plant products are free from regulated pests and conforms with other phytosanitary requirements of the importing country.

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Certificate of origin (Zanzibar)

Certificates of origin confirm that goods in a particular export consignment have been produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. They are categorized into; preferential and non - preferential and are issued per consignment. Zanzibar National Chamber of Commerce issues certificates of origin for exported products which are originated in Tanzania. The certificates vary depending on the country of destination. For products destined to the EU Market, the Generalized System of Preference (GSP) certificate of origin is still needed in addition to the Rex System registration requirement.

Certificate of radioactivity analysis

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) regulates all radioactive materials that contain radioactive elements and equipment that produce radioactive waves in Tanzania. TAEC certifies that foods are radioactive free which is a market requirement depending on the destination of the goods. The certificate is issued per consignment and it is valid for three month.

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Permission to export marine products

A business wishing to export marine produce (seaweeds, fish & fish products) must obtain the export permit from the Ministry of Blue Economy and Fisheries .The permit is valid for a period of two weeks only and is used once for a single shipment.

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Export permit

Exporters of all products from Zanzibar must apply for permit from the The Ministry of Trade and Industrial Development and is issued per consignment.

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Clearance

Seaweeds export clearance through Malindi port

Customs declaration is registered and assessed by a clearing agent appointed by the exporter of goods. The clearance of clearing agency and/or trade