Import Permits (IMP)

Application for an import permit 

The submission of an application and issue of an import permit is carried out electronically under the TradeNet Phase 5 System.  Application for import permit is needed only for controlled goods. 

How to apply for an import permit 

Application for import permit is submitted electronically through the service of a TradeNet User.   The three categories of TradeNet Users who submit applications electronically using their own computer system are :–

      • Clearing and Forwarding Agents
      • Commission Agents; and
      • Customs Brokers.

Any company or individual wishing to submit their own applications electronically have to register themselves with the Mauritius Network Services Ltd (MNS).

Link : www.gov.mu (ministry of business-business & enterprise division)

Ministry of Business, Enterprise and Cooperatives
Import Permit Division
4th Floor, Anglo Mauritius Building
Intendance Street
Port Louis
Tel: (230) 208 7170, 208 5255
Fax: (230) 208 5250
Email: mcom@mail.gov.mu
Website: http://enterbusiness.gov.mu
Consumer Protection (Control of Imports) Regulations 1999  

Products subject to permits  

  • Live animals, meat and meat products (ALP)
    An Agricultural Landing Permit (ALP) is needed for the import of live animals for example bovine, horses, sheep and goats as well as for the import of meat and meat products. Import of live animals, meat and meat products is authorized subject to certain criteria and conditions.

An application for all imports of live animals, meat and meat products must be made at the Veterinary Services Division:

Ministry of Agro Industry, Food Production and Security
Agricultural Services
Veterinary Services Division
Réduit
Tel:(230) 454 1016, 454 1017
Fax:(230) 464 2210
Email: vetser@intnet.m; moa-dvs@mail.gov.mu
Website: http://agriculture.gov.mu

  • Flowers, Fruits, Vegetables and Wood (APC)
    Importation of products such as flowers, fruits, vegetables, wood and articles of wood requires an Agricultural Phytosanitary Certificate from the     National Plant Protection Office    :

Ministry of Agro Industry, Food Production and Security
Agricultural Services
National Plant Protection Office
Réduit
Tel: (230) 464 4872
Fax: (230) 465 9591
Email: moa-pathology@mail.gov.mu
Website: http://agriculture.gov.mu

  • Food Items
    Imports of all foodstuffs require a Pre-Market Approval Certificate and a Food and Drugs Permit (FDP).
     

  • Pre-Market Approval Permit
    An application for a' Pre-Market Approval' certificate must be made to the Minsitry of Health prior to importation for new food items being commercialised in Mauritius:

Ministry of Health & Quality of Life
Food Import Unit
Atchia Building
Cnr. Mgr Gonin & Suffren Streets
Port-Louis
Tel: (230) 210 1345
Fax: (230) 208 7222
Email: moh@mail.gov.mu
Website: http://health.gov.mu  

  • Food and Drugs Permit (FDP)
    Imports of all foodstuffs also require a Food and Drugs Permit which is delivered after the goods are examined by the Ministry of Health and Quality of Life to ensure that the local requirements such as packing, origin, labeling requirements, etc are in conformity with the provisions of the     Food Act 1998.
     
  • Canned meat products, pet food and animal by-products (MOA)
    Items such as canned meat products, pet food, and animal by-products require a Permit from the     Veterinary Services Division prior to import:

Ministry of Agro Industry, Food Production and Security
Agricultural Services
Veterinary Services Division
Réduit
Tel: (230) 454 1016, 454 1017
Fax: (230) 464 2210
Email: vetser@intnet.mu, moa-dvs@mail.gov.mu
Website: http://agriculture.gov.mu

  • Fish and Fish Products (FA)
    The import of fish and fish products is subject to an import permit from the Ministry of Agro Industry, Food Production and Security:

Ministry of Agro Industry, Food Production and Security
Fisheries Division
LICI Centre J. Kennedy Street
Port Louis
Tel.: (230) 208 2404, 211 2470
Fax: (230) 208 1929
Email: fisheries@mail.gov.mu
Website: www.fisheries.gov.mu

  • Agricultural Products (AMB)
    The Agricultural Marketing Board monitors importation of agricultural products such as potatoes, onions, garlic, maize, turmeric, and cardamom. More information can be obtained from:

Agricultural Marketing Board
Dr Leclezio Avenue,
Moka
Tel: (230) 433 4025
Fax:(230)  433 4837
Email: agbd@intnet.mu
Website: www.amb.intnet.mu

  • Medicines and Pharmaceutical Products (MOH)
    The Pharmacy Board regulates the imports of medicines and pharmaceutical products and an application for a permit must be made to the following:  

Ministry of Health & Quality of Life
Pharmacy Board
5th floor, Emmanuel Anquetil Building
SSR Street
Port Louis
Tel: (230) 201 2036
Fax: (230) 208 3891
Email: moh@mail.gov.mu
Website: http://health.gov.mu

  • Chemicals and Pesticides (DCCB)
    The import of certain items like chemicals and pesticides require a license from the Dangerous Chemical Control Board (DCCB) which falls under the aegis of the Ministry of Health and Quality of life. More information on the permit requirements can be obtained from:

Ministry of Health & Quality of Life
Dangerous Chemicals Control Board
3rd floor, Atchia Building
Suffren Street, Port Louis
Mauritius
Tel: (230) 210 3701
Fax: (230) 213 4645
Email: moh@mail.gov.mu
Website: http://health.gov.mu

  • Tea (TB)
    The Tea Board issues permits for the import and export of tea. More information can be obtained from:

Tea Board
P.O Box 28
Eau Coulee
Wooton
Curepipe
Tel: (230) 675 1530, 675 1443
Fax: (230) 676 1445
Email address: teaboard@intnet.mu
Website: www.gov.mu/portal/site/teaboard

  • Tobacco (TBB)
    The Tobacco Board regulates the importation of leaf tobacco, manufactured tobacco and tobacco products (cigarettes, cigars, smoking tobacco, etc.).

The Tobacco Board
PlaineLauzun
Port Louis
Tel: +230 212 2323
Fax: +230 208 6426
Email: tobacco@intnet.mu
Website: www.gov.mu/portal/site/tobacco

Mauritius Standard Bureau
Villa Road
Moka    
Tel: (230) 433 3648
Fax: (230) 433 5051, 433 5150
Email: msb@intnet.mu
Website: www.gov.mu/portal/sites/msb/index.htm

  • Toys, Helmets and Plastic Fittings (MSB)
    Imports of toys, helmets and fittings of plastic materials are subject to a Certificate from the Mauritius Standard Bureau (MSB). The certificate must be obtained prior to import and presented to Customs for clearing purposes. More information on the requirements can be obtained from the MSB:

Mauritius Standard Bureau
Villa Road
Moka    
Tel: (230) 433 3648
Fax: (230) 433 5050
Email: msb@intnet.mu
Website: www.gov.mu/portal/sites/msb/index.htm

  • Arms, Amunition and Explosives (PoP)
    Arms, ammunition, dynamite and explosives are subject to control. A Police Permit (PoP) from the Mauritius Police Force is needed prior to the import of these items.

Police Head Quarters
Line Barracks
Port Louis
Tel: (230) 208 0034
Fax: (230) 211 4444
Email: pmo@mail.gov.mu
Website: www.gov.mu/portal/site/police

  • Radio-Communication and Telecommunication Equipment (ICTA)
    The import and sales of all radio-communication and telecommunication equipment require a Dealer’s License from the Information and Communication Technologies Authority (ICTA). The application form for the Dealer’s License from the ICTA:

Information Communication Technologies Authority of Mauritius
Level 12, The Celicourt
6, Sir Celicourt Antelme Street
Port Louis
Mauritius
Tel: (+230) 211 5333, 211 5334
Fax: (+230) 211 9444
E-Mail: icta@intnet.mu
Website: www.icta.mu

  • Motorcycle Brakes (AFC)
    The import of motorcycle brakes requires an Asbestos Free Certificate (AFC) for environmental health and safety. The certificate is issued in the country of origin and should be presented at customs during clearing.More information on the Asbestos Free Certificate can be obtained from the Ministry of Health at the following address:

Ministry of Health & Quality of Life
5th floor, Emmanuel Anquetil Building
Port Louis
Mauritius
Tel: (230) 201 2175
Fax: (230) 208 7222
Email: moh@mail.gov.mu
Website: http://health.gov.mu

  • Refrigerators, Freezers and Refrigerating Equipment (CFC)
    The import of certain items like refrigerators, freezers and refrigerating equipment requires a CFC Free Certificate. The certificate is issued in the country of origin and should be presented at customs for clearing.
     
  • Cells and Batteries (MF)
    The import of cells and batteries requires a Mercury Free Certificate (MF). The certificate confirms that the cells and batteries furnished contain no metallic mercury or mercury compounds, and reasonable steps have been taken to ensure that they are not contaminated with metallic mercury or mercury compounds.