This service allows Livestock Keepers to apply for a brand certificate which is used for identification of their livestock as well as for proof of ownership in line with the Branding of Cattle Act CAP 36:02. The service involves new registration, renewal and transfer of the brand certificate. Brand certificates are valid for 10 years.
- Citizens
- Non-citizens
- Companies
- Applicants should visit the office with the relevant supporting documents and pay the applicable fee to the officer present at the District Office.
- The brand certificate will then be issued to the applicant.
- A valid national identification card (Omang) or a birth certificate for under 16 years citizens.
- A valid resident permit and valid passport for non-citizens.
- A valid Company’s Registration certificate for companies.
In Gaborone or at Assistant Registrar designated district offices, the brand certificate can be issued in thirty (30) minutes and five (5) working days for other district offices.
- BWP 10.00 for keeper registration. (see Livestock Registration)
- BWP 50.00 for a new application, renewal, transfer or additional copy.
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The Director
Department of Veterinary Services
Private Bag 0032
Gaborone,
Botswana
Tel:(+267)3689504
Fax:(+267)3689893
Registrar of Brands
Ground Floor, Office 23
Ministry of Agricultural Development and Food Security Headquarters
Private Bag 0032
Gaborone, Botswana
Tel.(+267)3689135/9134
Fax.(+267) 3972177
E-mail: DVS [at] gov.bw (DVS[at]gov[dot]bw)
Call Centre:
Tel.17755
Email:moa17755 [at] gov.bw