Step by Step: How to Export Vegetables

Exporting vegetables from Timor-Leste entails adherence to regulatory requirements, including compliance with the country's phytosanitary standards to ensure the produce is free from pests and diseases. Additionally, exporters must obtain the necessary permits from Timor-Leste's relevant agricultural authorities, following established procedures to facilitate a smooth export process. Strict adherence to these regulations is essential for maintaining the quality and safety of exported vegetables while promoting international trade relations.

  1. Step 1

    Business Registration and Verification Service (SERVE)

    • Prepare Applications along with all required documents.
    • Submit the application to Business Registration and Verification Service (SERVE).
    • The application is evaluated by Business Registration and Verification Service (SERVE).
    • If the application is approved, a Business Registration Certificate will be issued to the trader.
    • If not, the application is rejected with the reasons for the rejection.
    • Trader collects the Business Registration Certificate.

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  2. Step 2

    Autoridade Tributária Timor-Leste (ATTL)

    • Prepare Applications along with all required documents.
    • Submit the application to Autoridade Tributária Timor-Leste (ATTL).
    • The application is then evaluated by the Autoridade Tributária Timor-Leste (ATTL).
    • If the application is approved, Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) is issued to the Trader. If not, the application is rejected with the reasons for the rejection.

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  3. Step 3

    Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MCI)

    • Prepare Applications along with all required documents.
    • Submit the application to Commercial Registration and Verification Service (SERVE).
    • For low-risk import activities, Commercial Registration and Verification Service (SERVE) reviews and verifies the application.
    • For medium or high-risk import activities, Commercial Registration and Verification Service (SERVE) forward the application to the respective department of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MCI) for further assessment.
    • Submit additional information if required.
    • Collect the Export Licence after successful review.

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  4. Step 4

    National Directorate of External Trade (DNCE)

    • Prepare the Applications on the respective company's Letter Head
    • Submit the application to the National Directorate of External Trade (DNCE) via Single Window
    • National Directorate of External Trade (DNCE) reviews the application submitted.
    • Submit additional information if required
    • The original application is stamped by the Timor-Leste Customs Authority and issued to the Exporter

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  5. Step 5

    Timor-Leste Customs

    • DAU lodged within ASYCUDA World by Customs Broker
    • DAU assessed and routed within ASYCUDA World
    • Where required, DAU amended by Customs following identification of any errors.
    • Note: The Export Process Map is developed by Timor-Leste Customs to help exporters understand the Clearance process of exporting goods. You may also like to have a look at the procedure of clearance at Tibar Bay Port by clicking the procedure button below.

     

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