Explosives, weapons and ammunition

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Basic information

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Outline of the system

The licensing of imports of explosives, weapons, ammunition and protective colours for printing international papers, documents and similar (colours which are changing under the influence of UV light) is regulated by the State Border Control Act and is administered by the Ministry of the Interior, whereas the licensing of imports of military weapons and equipment is regulated by the Defence Act and is administered by the Ministry of Defence.

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Product coverage

Goods that are subject to licensing are listed in the decree.

Nature of licensing

Automatic

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If Automatic, administrative purpose

Non-Automatic

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If Non-Automatic, description of the notified Non-Automatic Licensing regime

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Products under restriction as to the quantity or value of imports

The system of licensing has no quantitative or value restrictions and its only purpose is to ensure security and prevent abuse, illegal trade and to supervise the trade with military weapons and equipment.

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Questions for products under restriction as to the quantity or value of imports

Not applicable.

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The system applies to products originating from which country?

The system of licensing applies to goods from all countries regardless of origin.

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Expected duration of licensing procedure

Eligibility of applicants

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Is there a system of registration of persons or firms permitted to engage in importation?

There is a register of importers.

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What persons or firms are eligible to apply for a licence?

For explosives, weapons and ammunition and protective colours: all legal entities with valid licence for trading with mentioned goods are eligible to apply for the import licence.

For military weapons and equipment: all persons, firms and institutions that have concession granted by the government for the trade with military weapons and equipment can apply for the licence.

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Is there a registration fee?

The registration fee is 24.000 SIT.

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Is there a published list of authorized importers?

Contact point for information on eligibility

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Ministry/Authority

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Address

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Telephone

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Fax

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E-mail address

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Website

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Contact officer

Submission of an application

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Administrative body(ies) for submission of an application

Documentation requirements

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What information is required in applications?

With the application form the importer provides the following information:
- complete name, register number and address of importer/end user;
- 8 digit tariff number and description of goods;
- commercial or chemical name of goods;
- quantity;
- complete name and address of foreign exporter;
- end use statement;
- expected import period.

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What documents is the importer required to supply with the application?

Window of submission of an application

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How far in advance of importation must application for a licence be made?

It is up to applicant to decide when to apply for the licence. Licence is issued within ten working days after application, but in some cases it can be obtained within shorter time-limit. Licence for military weapons and equipment is issued within seven working days after application and in some cases it can be issued immediately.

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Are there any limitations as to the period of the year during which application for licence can be made? If so, explain

There are no limitations as to the period of the year during which application for licence and/or importation can be made.

Issuing the license

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Can a licence be granted immediately on request?

It is up to applicant to decide when to apply for the licence. Licence is issued within ten working days after application, but in some cases it can be obtained within shorter time-limit. Licence for military weapons and equipment is issued within seven working days after application and in some cases it can be issued immediately.

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Can licences be obtained within a shorter time-limit or for goods arriving at the port without a licence

It is up to applicant to decide when to apply for the licence. Licence is issued within ten working days after application, but in some cases it can be obtained within shorter time-limit. Licence for military weapons and equipment is issued within seven working days after application and in some cases it can be issued immediately.

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Which administrative body is responsible for approving application of licences?

An importer has to approach only one administrative organ in connection with application.

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Must the applications be passed on to other organs for visa, note or approval?

However, Ministry of the Interior submits the application to Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Defence for their approval (for weapons and ammunition).

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Are there any other conditions attached to the issue of a licence?

There are no other conditions attached to the issuance of a licence.

Fees and other administrative charges

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Is there any licensing fee or administrative charge?

Administrative charge for explosives, ammunition, weapons and protective colours is 8.800 SIT and for military weapons and ammunition is 4000 SIT.

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What is the amount of the fee or charge?

Administrative charge for explosives, ammunition, weapons and protective colours is 8.800 SIT and for military weapons and ammunition is 4000 SIT.

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Is there any deposit or advance payment required associated with the issue of licences?

There is no deposit or advance payment requirement associated with the issuance of licences.

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Amount or rate?

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Is it refundable?

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What is the period of retention?

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What is the purpose of this requirement?

Refusal of an application

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Under what circumstances may an application for a licence be refused other than failure to meet the ordinary criteria?

None.

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Are the reasons for any refusal given to applicants?

The reasons for denial are explained to the applicant in writing.

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Have applicants a right of appeal in the event of refusal to issue a licence?

The refusal of issuing a licence, can be appealed pursuant to the procedures provided by law.

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If so, to what bodies and under what procedures?

Importers usually apply for the preliminary opinion, so cases of denial are rare.

Importation

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Are there any limitations as to the period of year during which importation may be made?

There are no limitations as to the period of the year during which application for licence and/or importation can be made.

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What documents are required upon actual importation?

Upon actual importation only the import licence is required.

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Are there any other administrative procedures, apart from import licensing and similar administrative procedures, required prior to importation?

There are no other administrative procedures except in case of military weapons and ammunition where importer must inform Ministry of Defence and Custom authorities about the import 2 days prior to actual import. Within two weeks after the import, importer must report about the realisation of import to the Ministry of Defence.

Conditions of licensing

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What is the period of validity of a licence? Can the validity be extended? How?

Import licences for explosives, weapons, ammunition and protective colours for printing are valid for three months. Upon expiration, a new licence may be applied for. Validity of licence for military weapons and ammunition is not fixed: from two-five months up to a year. Validity cannot be extended.

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Is there any penalty for the non-utilization of a licence or a portion of a licence?

There is no penalty for the non-utilisation of a licence or a portion of it.

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Are licences transferable between importers? If so, are any limitations or conditions attached to such transfer?

Licences are not transferable between importers.

Foreign Exchange

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Is foreign exchange automatically provided by the banking authorities for goods to be imported?

There is freedom of exchange operations.

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Is a licence required as a condition to obtaining foreign exchange?

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Is foreign exchange always available to cover licences issued?

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What formalities must be fulfilled for obtaining the foreign exchange?