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Issuance of Import Permit of Live Animal(s), Animal Product(s) and Animal Feed(s)

Read more about Issuance of Import Permit of Live Animal(s), Animal Product(s) and Animal Feed(s)

Overview

This service allows clients to import animals, animal products, animal feeds, Animal/feeds Samples for research purposes etc into the country in order to achieve country wide traceability of the commodities. Animal movement can be for the following purposes; for slaughter, for rearing and translocation. For all permits the client must return the previous permit before renewal or issuance of subsequent permits and the product or animal clear details must be provided as well as the quantity.

Origin country should not have major Notifiable diseases for such livestock e.g. foot and mouth for cattle, Avian Influenza or Newcastle for chicken and African swine fever for pigs.

Who is eligible?

Registered Livestock Keeper (citizens and non-citizens legally resident in Botswana)
Unregistered keeper (Diplomats, Tourists, researchers)

How do I get this service?

Visit the nearest District Veterinary Office with relevant document and complete an application form.
Email DVSpermits [at] gov.bw (DVSpermits[at]gov[dot]bw) or Call 002673689510/9513 to get help.

What supporting documents are required?

Livestock (Animals)

Veterinary-health certificate from country of original,
Relevant test results as per Import permit requirements
transit permit in case animals passes through other countries
CITES permit in case of game animals

Livestock products

Veterinary-health certificate of country of original
Relevant test results where needed as per import permit requirements
CITES permit in case of game products

Veterinary Samples

Veterinary Import permit
Veterinary Export permit
CITES permit in case of game products

Livestock Feeds

Veterinary-health certificate of original country
Veterinary Import permit
transit permit in case feeds goes through other countries
Properly labelled containers/bags in accordance with labelling standards covered by the country regulations and CODEX Standards on Labelling
NB: Botswana does not allow use of animal protein, antibiotics, anabolic hormones and thyrostatic substances in feeds and it’s a requirement that Exporting country should attest to their absence in the feed Imported into Botswana.

Dogs and Cats

Valid rabies immunisation record (For dogs and cats)
Kittens and puppies under 3 months old (Proof that the mother (dam) was vaccinated against at least one month but not more than 12 months prior to giving birth

Proof that there are no movement restrictions for rabies control in your origin area.
Submit the pets to the office for inspection before issuance of Export permit

Movement of dogs and cats within SADC region

Veterinary Movement permit (from exporting country)
Veterinary Health certificate or Health card,
Rabies Certificate
Document must be in English or Setswana

How long will this service take?

One (1) working day

How much does it cost?

Its free.

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, Agriculture, Food Security.

Keywords

Transit permit, import permit, livestock, livestock products, Veterinary Health certificate

Ministry submitting this Service

Ministry of Agriculture

Where can I get more information on this Service

Department of Veterinary Services
Private Bag 0032
Gaborone
Botswana
Tel. (+267) 3689513/3689510
Fax. (+267) 3972381

DVSpermits [at] gov.bw (DVSpermits[at]gov[dot]bw)

Or any nearest District Veterinary Office

Call Centre
Tel. 17755
Email. moa17755 [at] gov.bw (moa17755[at]gov[dot]bw)

Opening hours: 07:30 to 12:45 and 13:45 to 16:30, Monday to Friday except, public holidays and weekends

Issuance of Transit Permit for livestock and livestock products

Read more about Issuance of Transit Permit for livestock and livestock products

Overview

This service allows farmers to move animals across the country to their Destination Country. Origin should NOT have major Notifiable diseases for such livestock e.g. foot and mouth for cattle, Newcastle for chicken and African swine fever for pigs.

Who is eligible?

Anybody with the necessary documents

How do I get this service?

Email DVSpermits [at] gov.bw (DVSpermits[at]gov[dot]bw)
Call 002673689510/9513
Visit the nearest Registered Clearing Agents
Visit the nearest District Veterinary Office

What supporting documents are required?

Transit permit from other transit countries
Import permit from Destination country
Export permit from origin country
CITES permit in case of Game animals

For Dogs and Cats

Valid rabies immunisation record (For dogs and cats)
Kittens and puppies under 3 months old (Proof that the mother (dam) was vaccinated against at least one month but not more than 12 months prior to giving birth
Proof that there are no movement restrictions for rabies control in your destination area.
Submitted the pets to the office for inspection before issuance of any permit
Veterinary Movement permit
Veterinary Health certificate or Health card
Rabies Certificate
Document must be in English

How long will this service take?

One (1) working day

How much does it cost?

Its free.

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, Agriculture, Food Security.

Keywords

Transit permit, import permit, livestock, livestock products, Veterinary Health certificate

Ministry submitting this Service

Ministry of Agriculture

Where can I get more information on this Service

Department of Veterinary Services
Private Bag 0032 Gaborone
Botswana
Tel. (+267) 3689513/3689510
Fax. (+267) 3972381
DVSpermits [at] gov.bw (DVSpermits[at]gov[dot]bw)

Or any nearest District Veterinary Office

Call Centre
Tel. 17755
Email. Moa17755 [at] gov.bw (Moa17755[at]gov[dot]bw)

Opening hours: 07:30 to 12:45 and 13:45 to 16:30, Monday to Friday except, public holiday and weekends

FOR CITES PERMIT CALL;

Department of Wildlife and National Parks

Plot 50380 Moedi House, Fairgrounds

Gaborone

Botswana

Licencing Office: (+267) 3996550/40

Tel. (+267) 3971405

Fax. (+267) 3180775

Email: dwnp [at] gov.bw (dwnp[at]gov[dot]bw)

Opening Hours: 07:30 to 12:45 and 12:45 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, except on Public Holidays

Registration of Physical Planners

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Overview

The Town and Country Planning Act of 2013,under past II 4(2) stipulates the function of Director of Town and Country Planning as to keep a register of persons registered to practice as physical planners in Botswana.

Who is eligible?

All individuals who have successfully attained a qualification within the discipline of planning.

How do I get this service?

Complete, and submit the application form to register as a physical planner
Pay the registration fee
The Planner’s registration will process the application and register the planner based on whether the application fully satisfies all requirements requested

What supporting documents are required?

Certified copy of identity document or passport
Certified copy ( ies) of relevant academic certificate (s) from recognized academic planning institution (s)
Curriculum Vitae (cv)
Affiliation with a local planning institute

How long will this service take?

2 months

Where can I obtain this service?

For more information please contact the two DTCP offices available below. Opening hours are from 07:30 to 12:45 and 13:45 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, except public holidays:

Department of Town and Country Planning (Head Quarters)

Private Bag 0042

Gaborone, Botswana

Tell: (+267) 3630700

Fax: (+267) 3956015

Department of Town and Country Planning (Regional Office)

Private Bag 16

Francistown, Botswana

Tell: (+267) 2412966

Fax: (+267) 2415817

How much does it cost?

Registration costs BWP100.00

Ministry submitting this Service

Ministry of Lands and Water Affairs

User Application for Botswana Animal Identification and Traceability System (BAITS)

Read more about User Application for Botswana Animal Identification and Traceability System (BAITS)

Overview

The BAITS system provides a platform for farmers to provide information on their livestock.
This platform is offered online (via internet access). BAITS is used for animal registration, transfer of ownership, arrival of livestock, veterinary drug treatments and removal of dead/fallen stock.
This also allows the farmer to report in the system animals they have lost. Animals mabe lost due to natural causes or slaughter.

Who is eligible?

Citizens and non-citizens.

How do I get this service?

Fill and Submit user access application form at any local Department of Veterinary Services office.
A username and password specific for the individual will be issued at time of application.

What supporting documents are required?

Valid ID card.
An affidavit (if custodian).

How long will this service take?

Thirty (30) minutes.

Where can I obtain this service?

Visit the nearest veterinary offices across the country to obtain this service

Opening hours: 07:30 to 12:45 and 13:45 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.

How much does it cost?

No cost.

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, Agriculture, Food Security.

Keywords

Animal registration, animal Transfer of ownership, Arrival of Livestock, Veterinary drug treatments, Removal of dead and fallen stock.

Ministry submitting this Service

Ministry of Agriculture

Where can I get more information on this Service

Contact the nearest Veterinary Offices

BAITS Café/agent

Call Centre:17755
Email. moa17755 [at] gov.bw

Artificial Insemination (AI), on-farm AI programme

Read more about Artificial Insemination (AI), on-farm AI programme

Overview

This service allows dairy farmers who are starting or currently involved in dairy production to register for specialized training.

Who is eligible?

Citizen and Non-citizen dairy farmers.

How do I get this service?

Visit the closest District Animal Production Office and register for the AI training with supporting documents.

The Animal Production Officer will inform the applicant about the start of training and other details.

What supporting documents are required?

Certified copy of valid National Identity Card (Omang).
Certified copy of Passport (for a foreign worker).

How long will this service take?

Immediate

How much does it cost?

No cost.

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, Agriculture, Food Security.

Keywords

Dairy Production, Dairy Farming training.

Ministry submitting this Service

Ministry of Agriculture

Where can I get more information on this Service

Ministry of Agricultural Development and Food Security

Department of Animal Production
Plot 4701, Mmaraka road

Private Bag 0032

Gaborone,Botswana
Tel. (+267) 3689625
Fax. (+267) 3951120

Call Centre:
Tel.17755
Email:moa17755 [at] gov.bw

Opening hours: 07:30 to 12:45 and 13:45 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.

Livestock Keeper Registration

Read more about Livestock Keeper Registration

Overview

This service allows Livestock Keepers to be registered and allocated a Livestock Keeper ID in BAITS, this is linked with the electronically Identified Cattle, Brands Registration and location. The service involves, new registration, Renewal and /or issuance of a Keeper Card. Livestock keepers are valid for 2 years.

Who is eligible?

Valid National Identity Card (Omang) and children under 16 years a Birth Certificate
Non-citizens need to have a valid Resident Permit.
Companies need to be in possession of a valid Company's Registration Certificate.

How do I get this service?

Visit the nearest Veterinary District Office for registration

What supporting documents are required?

A valid National Identity Card (Omang) or a Birth Certificate for citizens (Original or certified).
A valid Resident Permit and valid Passport for non-citizens (Original or certified).
A valid Company’s Registration Certificate for companies.

How long will this service take?

Five (5) working days.