Selling goods abroad.
WHAT REGISTRATION IS TYPICALLY REQUIRED
Registration as an exporter with the export promotion body.
WHY
It is generally required to export formally.
WHAT DOCUMENTATION AN EXPORT INVOLVES
Export declaration The prescribed form processed through a bank Commercial invoice Packing list Certificate of origin Product certification, where required Transport documents
WHAT THE BANK'S ROLE IS
Processing the documentation and the repatriation of proceeds.
WHAT REPATRIATION REQUIREMENTS MEAN
Obligations regarding bringing export proceeds into the country.
WHY THAT MATTERS
Non-compliance has consequences.
WHAT CERTIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED
Standards certification Phytosanitary certification, for agricultural products Food safety certification Destination-specific requirements
WHAT TO ESTABLISH BEFORE SHIPPING
What the destination country requires.
WHY
Goods rejected at destination are expensive.
WHAT SUPPORT SCHEMES EXIST
Programmes promoting non-oil exports, with varying benefits.
WHAT TO CHECK
Whether your product qualifies.
WHAT TO ENGAGE
A freight forwarder experienced in your product and destination.
WHAT TO KEEP
Every document, for the retention period.
WHAT TO VERIFY
Current requirements, which change.
