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Issuing a Food Import License is a procedure in the process of ensuring food safety and hygiene and managing international trade activities, helping businesses master and comply with the legal process, while also is a key factor to ensure business operations run smoothly and legally. The following article will provide information on procedures for applying for a Food Import License. We welcome you to follow us.
To be granted a food import license, products used as food must comply with the requirements in Article 14 of Decree 15/2018/ND-CP.
Pursuant to Clause 1, Article 15, Clause 1 and Clause 2, Article 18 of Decree 15/2018/ND-CP (amended and supplemented by Decree 155/2018/ND-CP), to apply for a Food Import License Products must undergo imported food inspection by an agency assigned or designated by the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development or the Ministry of Industry and Trade. Inspection registration dossier includes:
1. Registration dossier for inspection under the reduced inspection method includes:
2. Registration dossier for inspection under normal inspection methods and strict inspection methods includes:
Pursuant to Article 19 of Decree 15/2018/ND-CP, Clause 2, Article 9 of Decree 69/2018/ND-CP, the steps to carry out the procedures for applying for a Food Import License are:
Step 1: The establishment submits a food inspection registration application to the state inspection agency for imported food
Step 2: Within 03 (three) working days from the date of receipt of the dossier, the customs authority is responsible for checking the dossier and clearing the goods. In case of requesting additional documents, the reason and legal basis for the request must be clearly stated.
In case of strict inspection, within 07 (seven) working days from the date of receiving the dossier, the state inspection agency is responsible for checking the dossier, taking samples, and testing safety criteria. food as required and issue notification of food that meets or does not meet import requirements. In case of requesting additional documents, the reason and legal basis for the request must be clearly stated.
Step 3: For issuance of import licenses, it must comply with the provisions of the Law on Foreign Trade Management, that is, based on Clause 2, Article 9 of Decree 69/2018/ND-CP, unless the law has other provisions on time. Within a maximum period of 10 working days from the date of receipt of complete and prescribed dossier, the Ministry or ministerial-level agency shall respond in writing to the trader.
During the process of applying for a Food Import License, you may encounter many difficulties because of the legal system on import-export processes and inspection of imported food. To save time and minimize risks, you can use consulting services related to this procedure at Long Phan. With our experience, we will help you:
If you have any questions regarding the procedures for applying for a Food Import License, please contact us immediately via hotline. 090.673.5386. Long Phan is always ready to support you enthusiastically and quickly.
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