Basic information
Outline of the system
In Burkina Faso, import formalities are limited to the issuance of a prior import declaration (DPI), which is an import document required for all imports of goods of an f.o.b. value of CFAF 500,000 or more.
This DPI is issued immediately and free of charge by the Directorate of the Single Trade and Investment Window Centre (DCGU/CI) of the Ministry of Trade on the basis of a pro forma invoice.
For certain products, a DPI can only be issued against an import licence. Products requiring import licences include animal products (meat, live animals, eggs, canned goods, etc.).
Product coverage
Nature of licensing
Automatic
If Automatic, administrative purpose
Non-Automatic
If Non-Automatic, description of the notified Non-Automatic Licensing regime
The purpose of this procedure is to control health risks linked to imports of animal products.
Products under restriction as to the quantity or value of imports
Questions for products under restriction as to the quantity or value of imports
The system applies to products originating from which country?
Expected duration of licensing procedure
Legal requirements
Is the licensing statutorily required?
Does the legislation leave designation of products to be subject to licensing to administrative discretion?
Is it possible for the government to abolish the system without legislative approval?
Eligibility of applicants
Is there a system of registration of persons or firms permitted to engage in importation?
What persons or firms are eligible to apply for a licence?
Is there a registration fee?
Is there a published list of authorized importers?
Contact point for information on eligibility
Ministry/Authority
Address
Telephone
Fax
E-mail address
Website
Contact officer
Submission of an application
Administrative body(ies) for submission of an application
Directorate General of Veterinary Services
Documentation requirements
What information is required in applications?
Applications containing pro forma invoices.
What documents is the importer required to supply with the application?
Window of submission of an application
How far in advance of importation must application for a licence be made?
Are there any limitations as to the period of the year during which application for licence can be made? If so, explain
Issuing the license
Can a licence be granted immediately on request?
Can licences be obtained within a shorter time-limit or for goods arriving at the port without a licence
Which administrative body is responsible for approving application of licences?
The importation of any animal product is subject to the requirement that a non automatic licence be obtained in the form of an ASI issued by the Directorate General of Veterinary Services (Ministry of Animal Resources).
Must the applications be passed on to other organs for visa, note or approval?
Applications containing pro forma invoices are submitted to the Directorate General of Veterinary Services which forwards them to a technical committee for its opinion.