Non-Tariff Barriers

Complaint

Complaint number

NTB-000-966  

NTB Type

5.5. Import licensing requirements  

Complaint

A Zambian exporter of yeast is experiencing challenges obtaining import permits from Authorities in Zimbabwe which are not issued when requested. This has been a hindrance to export of yeast to Zimbabwe.  

Status note

During the COMESA Regional Capacity Building Workshop for NMCs and National Focal Points held from 3 to 6 April 2023, Zimbabwe Focal Points reported that import permits were no longer required as the products have been placed on open general import licence. This NTB was therefore resolved . However, Zimbabwe was requested to provide the list of products requiring Import Licence  

Progress update note

1.On 26th July 2021, Zimbabwe Focal Point reported that the relevant authorities have been informed about the issue. Focal point following up on the matter and will provide feedback. Zambia provided the requested information to assist in the follow up.
2.During the 1st meeting of the COMESA Regional Forum on NTBS which was held on 16- 17 March, 2021, Zimbabwe reported that they are consulting the Ministry of Industry and Commerce , which is the issuing Authority and will report back in the online system.
3. On 30th July 2021, Zimbabwe reported that the relevant authorities have been informed about the issue after receiving the requested additional information from Zambia.
4. During the COMESA Regional Capacity Building Workshop for NMCs and National Focal Points held from 3 to 6 April 2023, Zimbabwe Focal Points reported that import permits were no longer required as the products have been placed on open general import licence. This NTB was therefore resolved . However, Zimbabwe was requested to provide the list of products requiring Import Licence  

Policy or regulatory NTB

No 

Location

Zimbabwe: Chirundu (Border post)  

Reporting Country or Region

Zambia  

Country specific trade issue

No  

Date of incident

2020-05-27  

Status

Resolved  

Date of resolution

2023-04-06  

Product Description

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Total value

0  

Date reported

2020-06-23 12:08  

Modified

2023-05-23 23:44