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Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/SYC/4 Seychelles 2021
Animal protection, MEAs implementation and…
Animal protection, MEAs implementation and compliance, Plant protection
 Import licences Other
2.1. Endangered species: (...) Endangered species…
2.1. Endangered species: (...) Endangered species require approval from the Ministry of Agriculture, Climate Change and Environment. Shipments of endangered species are subject to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) which require an import permit.
Environment related objective
To protect endangered species through trade in accordance with CITES and for conservation.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
2.1. Endangered species: (...) Endangered species require approval from the Ministry of Agriculture, Climate Change and Environment. Shipments of endangered species are subject to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) which require an import permit.
Endangered species: Ivory, tortoise-shell, whalebone and whalebone hair, horns, antlers, hooves, nails, claws and beaks, unworked or simply prepared but not cut to shape; powder and waste of these products; Worked ivory, bone, tortoise-shell, horn, antlers, coral, mother-of-pearl and other animal carving material and articles of these materials (including articles obtained by moulding); Any Species listed under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES).
Type of measure
Import licences
 ICS - HS Code
0507.1000
0507.9000
9601.1000
9601.9000
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Endangered
MEAs
Wildlife
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/SYC/4 Seychelles 2021
Climate change mitigation and adaptation, Ozone…
Climate change mitigation and adaptation, Ozone layer protection
 Import licences Chemicals, Manufacturing
2.2 HFC refrigerated and HFC dependent equipment…
2.2 HFC refrigerated and HFC dependent equipment, and hydrofluoric carbon (HFC) gas. (...) The licence application for import of HFC refrigerated and HFC dependent equipment, and hydrofluoric carbon (HFC) gas is made to the Ministry of Agriculture, Climate Change and Environment through the Import and Export Unit from the Trade Division of the Ministry of Finance, Economic Planning and Trade.
Environment related objective
To protect the environment.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
2.2 HFC refrigerated and HFC dependent equipment, and hydrofluoric carbon (HFC) gas. (...) The licence application for import of HFC refrigerated and HFC dependent equipment, and hydrofluoric carbon (HFC) gas is made to the Ministry of Agriculture, Climate Change and Environment through the Import and Export Unit from the Trade Division of the Ministry of Finance, Economic Planning and Trade.
Mixtures containing halogenated derivatives of methane, ethane or propane: containing perfluorocarbons (PFCs) or hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), but not containing chlorofluorocarbon (CFCs) or hydro chlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs); HFC refrigerated and HFC dependent equipment.
Type of measure
Import licences
 ICS - HS Code
3824.7800
8415.1000
8415.2000
8415.8100
8415.8200
8418.1000
8418.2100
8418.6900
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Environment
Green
Ozone
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/SYC/4 Seychelles 2021
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances…
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances management
 Import licences Chemicals
2.4 Radioactive chemicals: (...) The licence…
2.4 Radioactive chemicals: (...) The licence application for import of radioactive chemicals is made to the Department of Environment of the Ministry of Agriculture, Climate Change and Environment through the Import and Export Unit from the Trade Division of the Ministry of Finance, Economic Planning and Trade.
Environment related objective
To protect the environment.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
2.4 Radioactive chemicals: (...) The licence application for import of radioactive chemicals is made to the Department of Environment of the Ministry of Agriculture, Climate Change and Environment through the Import and Export Unit from the Trade Division of the Ministry of Finance, Economic Planning and Trade.
Radioactive chemical elements and radioactive isotopes (including the fissile or fertile chemical elements and isotopes) and their compounds; mixtures and residues containing these products
Type of measure
Import licences
 ICS - HS Code
28.44
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Environment
Hazardous
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/SYC/4 Seychelles 2021 Waste management and recycling Import licences Chemicals, Manufacturing
2.5 Utensils and polystyrene boxes, non-plastic…
2.5 Utensils and polystyrene boxes, non-plastic straws, and plastic bags: (...) - The licence application for import of utensils and polystyrene boxes, non-plastic straws, and plastic bags is made to the Department of Environment of the Ministry of Agriculture, Climate Change and Environment, through the Import and Export Unit from the Trade Division of the Ministry of Finance, Economic Planning and Trade.
Environment related objective
To protect the environment. To reduce plastic use.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
2.5 Utensils and polystyrene boxes, non-plastic straws, and plastic bags: (...) - The licence application for import of utensils and polystyrene boxes, non-plastic straws, and plastic bags is made to the Department of Environment of the Ministry of Agriculture, Climate Change and Environment, through the Import and Export Unit from the Trade Division of the Ministry of Finance, Economic Planning and Trade.
Utensils and polystyrene boxes, non-plastic straws, and plastic bags.
Type of measure
Import licences
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Environment
Plastic
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/SYC/4 Seychelles 2021
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances…
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances management
 Import licences Chemicals
4.1 Dangerous chemicals and precursor chemicals:…
4.1 Dangerous chemicals and precursor chemicals: (...) - There is only one import licensing system in Seychelles, which applies to restricted items. An importer intending to import dangerous chemicals and precursor chemicals is required to apply for an import licence from the Ministry of Environment, Energy and Climate Change and the Ministry of Health, through the Import and Export Unit from the Trade Division of the Ministry of Finance, Trade, Investment and Economic Planning. (...) - The most pressing concern for the Ministry with regards to these imports of these chemicals is their storage locations. Given the high population density of Mahe, Praslin and La Digue, chemical spillages and leaks have the potential hazard to human life and to the environment.
Environment related objective
This measure is designed to protect human, animal and plant life as referred to in Article XX of the GATT 1994 and to protect the environment.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
4.1 Dangerous chemicals and precursor chemicals: (...) - There is only one import licensing system in Seychelles, which applies to restricted items. An importer intending to import dangerous chemicals and precursor chemicals is required to apply for an import licence from the Ministry of Environment, Energy and Climate Change and the Ministry of Health, through the Import and Export Unit from the Trade Division of the Ministry of Finance, Trade, Investment and Economic Planning. (...) - The most pressing concern for the Ministry with regards to these imports of these chemicals is their storage locations. Given the high population density of Mahe, Praslin and La Digue, chemical spillages and leaks have the potential hazard to human life and to the environment.
Organic chemicals. Chapter 20 HS Code.
Type of measure
Import licences
 ICS - HS Code
20
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Hazardous
Organic
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/SYC/4 Seychelles 2021
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances…
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances management
 Import licences Energy
6.2 Mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of…
6.2 Mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillations, bituminous substances, and mineral waxes: (...) - An importer intending to import mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillations, bituminous substances, and mineral waxes is required to apply for an import licence from the Import and Export Unit from the Trade Division of the Ministry of Finance, Trade, Investment and Economic Planning. (...) - For environmental protection purposes, the storage facilities of the petroleum and petroleum products need to be verified. These facilities need to be compliant with environmental standards so that they do not endanger human and plant life. Seychelles has limited resources, financial and human, to deal with oil leaks and other environmental hazards.
Environment related objective
To protect then environment, animal and plant life as stipulated in Article XX of the GATT 1994 and for socio-economic reasons.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
6.2 Mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillations, bituminous substances, and mineral waxes: (...) - An importer intending to import mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillations, bituminous substances, and mineral waxes is required to apply for an import licence from the Import and Export Unit from the Trade Division of the Ministry of Finance, Trade, Investment and Economic Planning. (...) - For environmental protection purposes, the storage facilities of the petroleum and petroleum products need to be verified. These facilities need to be compliant with environmental standards so that they do not endanger human and plant life. Seychelles has limited resources, financial and human, to deal with oil leaks and other environmental hazards.
Aviation Gasoline (Avgas); Motor Gasoline; Kerosene, type Jet Fuel; Gasoline (Diesel); Fuel Oils; Petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, (other than crude); and preparations not elsewhere specified or included, containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or of oils obtained from bituminous minerals, these oils being the basic constituents of the preparations, containing biodiesel, other than waste oils; Containing polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), polychlorinated terphenyls (PCTs) or polybrominated biphenyls (PBBs); Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons.
Type of measure
Import licences
 ICS - HS Code
27.11
2710.1210
2710.1220
2710.1290
2710.1911
2710.1919
2710.1921
2710.1922
2710.2000
2710.9100
2710.9900
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Environment
Hazardous
Pollution
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/SYC/4 Seychelles 2021 Air pollution reduction Import licences Manufacturing
12.1 Vehicles, and vehicle and chassis bodies:(…
12.1 Vehicles, and vehicle and chassis bodies:(...) An importer intending to import vehicles, and vehicle and chassis bodies is required to apply for an import licence from the Department of Transport, through the Import and Export Unit from the Trade Division of the Ministry of Finance, Economic Planning and Trade (...).
Environment related objective
For the purpose of public safety and second-hand vehicles which are restricted by law in Seychelles for the purpose of environmental protection.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
12.1 Vehicles, and vehicle and chassis bodies:(...) An importer intending to import vehicles, and vehicle and chassis bodies is required to apply for an import licence from the Department of Transport, through the Import and Export Unit from the Trade Division of the Ministry of Finance, Economic Planning and Trade (...).
All vehicles of chapter 87 with the steering wheel located on the left-hand side; excluding golf carts and any other off-road vehicles or vehicles for which permission has been granted to be used off road; All vehicles of chapter 87, previously used; Ship’s derricks; cranes, including cable cranes; mobiles lifting frames; straddle carriers and works trucks fitted with crane. Fork-lift trucks; other works trucks fitted with lifting or handling equipment; Bodies (including Cabs) of trucks of heading 87.03; Bodies (including Cabs) for the motor vehicle (...)
Type of measure
Import licences
 ICS - HS Code
8407.3100
8407.9000
8408.2000
8426.1100
8427.9000
8429.1100
8430.6900
87
87.11
8701.1000
8705.9000
8706.0000
8707.1010
8707.9010
8707.9090
8708.9000
8708.9910
8708.9930
8716.1000
8716.8000
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Environment
Pollution
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/SYC/4 Seychelles 2021 Biodiversity and ecosystem Import licences Manufacturing, Services
14.1 Ships and vessels: (...) - . An importer…
14.1 Ships and vessels: (...) - . An importer intending to import ships and vessels is required to apply for an import licence from the Seychelles Maritime Safety Authority, through the Import and Export Unit from the Trade Division of the Ministry of Finance, Trade, Investment and Economic Planning. (...) - The Authority certifies that the vessel is seaworthy and does not constitute a danger to human life and the marine environment, (...).
Environment related objective
To guarantee that the vessel is seaworthy and does not constitute a danger to human life and the marine environment; to protect human, animal and plant life as referred to in Article XX of the GATT and for public safety.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
14.1 Ships and vessels: (...) - . An importer intending to import ships and vessels is required to apply for an import licence from the Seychelles Maritime Safety Authority, through the Import and Export Unit from the Trade Division of the Ministry of Finance, Trade, Investment and Economic Planning. (...) - The Authority certifies that the vessel is seaworthy and does not constitute a danger to human life and the marine environment, (...).
Cruise ships, excursion boats and similar vessels principally designed for the transport of persons; ferry boats of all kinds; Tankers; Refrigerated vessels, other than those of subheading 8901.20; Other vessels for the transportation of goods and other vessels for the transportation of both persons and goods; Fishing Vessels; Yachts and other vessels or pleasure or sports; (These include Inflatables, sailboats with or without auxiliary motor, motorboats, other than outboard motor-boats but exclude Kayak and Canoes); Other boats and vessels not elsewhere specified
Type of measure
Import licences
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Environment
Fish
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/TPKM/11 Chinese Taipei 2021
MEAs implementation and compliance, Ozone layer…
MEAs implementation and compliance, Ozone layer protection
 Import licences, Import quotas Chemicals, Manufacturing
2. Methyl Bromide & Hydrochlorofluorocarbons …
2. Methyl Bromide & Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCS): This licensing system is the control measure taken as necessary to be in compliance with the Montreal Protocol. Any applicants wishing to import these controlled substances shall apply for import license and quota in advance. The granting requirements and procedures are specified within the "Methyl Bromide Management Regulations" and the "HCFCs Consumption Management Regulations" set and administered by the EPA. With such license, the applicant then can acquire the Import Permit from the EPA, which will be used for clearance of the shipments at the custom.
Environment related objective
To comply with the provisions of the Montreal Protocol.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
2. Methyl Bromide & Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCS): This licensing system is the control measure taken as necessary to be in compliance with the Montreal Protocol. Any applicants wishing to import these controlled substances shall apply for import license and quota in advance. The granting requirements and procedures are specified within the "Methyl Bromide Management Regulations" and the "HCFCs Consumption Management Regulations" set and administered by the EPA. With such license, the applicant then can acquire the Import Permit from the EPA, which will be used for clearance of the shipments at the custom.
(a) Methyl Bromide: C.C.C. 2903.39.90.21-5, 3808.99.92.10-7, 3824.77.00.10-4. (b) HCFCs: C.C.C. 2903.71.00.00-8, 2903.73.00.00-6, 2903.74.00.00-5, 2903.72.00.00-7, 2903.79.00.10-8, 2903.75.00.00-4. (c) The following goods, which are composed of chemicals controlled under the Montreal Protocol, are also covered by this system: C.C.C. 2903.79.00.90-1, 3824.71.00.00-2, 3824.79.00.00 4, and 3824.99.99.31-5.
Type of measure
Import licences; import quota
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Green
MEAs
Ozone
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/TPKM/11 Chinese Taipei 2021
Biodiversity and ecosystem, Sustainable fisheries…
Biodiversity and ecosystem, Sustainable fisheries management
 Import licences Fisheries
4. Yellow Fin Tuna, Bluefin Tuna, Southern…
4. Yellow Fin Tuna, Bluefin Tuna, Southern Bluefin Tuna, Swordfidh, Big-eye Tuna, Shark fin, Toothfish: Import licensing for the products specified below is regulated by the "Notice of Application for Written Approval License to Import Yellow fin Tuna", (...) and is administered by the Council of Agriculture. Before being allowed to import, importers must obtain written approval from the Fisheries Agency, Council of Agriculture.
Environment related objective
To protect marine ecology.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
4. Yellow Fin Tuna, Bluefin Tuna, Southern Bluefin Tuna, Swordfidh, Big-eye Tuna, Shark fin, Toothfish: Import licensing for the products specified below is regulated by the "Notice of Application for Written Approval License to Import Yellow fin Tuna", (...) and is administered by the Council of Agriculture. Before being allowed to import, importers must obtain written approval from the Fisheries Agency, Council of Agriculture.
Yellow fin tuna, Bluefin Tuna, Southern Bluefin Tuna, Swordfish, Big-eye Tuna, Shark Fin and Toothfish
Type of measure
Import licences
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Eco
Fish