How to apply for
import license
Trading companies, firms and business establishment which intend to
engage in import business are required to register themselves with
the Department of Trade, Ministry of trade and Industry. Only
registered Import Houses shall be granted Import Licenses to import
goods from third countries for trading purposes.
Eligibility criteria: Registration of Import House shall be
based on the following criteria:
a) The applicant must be a Bhutanese National, or a company
registered in Bhutan;
b) The applicant must have a valid Trade License issued by the
Ministry of Trade and Industry, and a Business Identification Code
issued by the Depart of Revenue and Customs; and
c) The application must be accompanied by a tax clearance
certificate indicating no dues for any taxes including income tax,
sales tax, customs duties, penalties etc.
Application:
Application for Import Licenses must be submitted to the Department
in the prescribed form, along with a copy of the supplier's
pro-forma invoice or any other documentary evidence, such as
correspondence with the supplier indicating the cost of the goods.
In case the goods to be imported are on the list of restricted
items, the original copy of the permit issued by relevant agency
must be attached with the application.
The Ministry of Trade and Industry will review the application and
if satisfied, will issue the License.
Contact person: Mr. Wangchuk Loday
Import Licensing Officer
Tel: +975-2-325588
Fax No. +975-2-321338
e-mail: intra@druknet.net.bt |
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