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Overview

To ensure lawful importation of explosives and their possession in Botswana.

Who is eligible?

Citizens and Non-citizens.

How do I get this service?

In order to access this service, applicants must follow the following steps.

  • An applicant is required to submit copies of company certificate of incorporation and trading licences  including directors declaration forms.
  • Fill and submit Application for Permit to Import Explosives, Form A.
What supporting documents are required?
  • Completed Application for Permit to Import Explosives, Form A
    Company certificate of incorporation
  • Trading licence
  •  Company Share Certificate
How long will this service take?

5 days.

Where can I obtain this service?

Chief Inspector of Explosives

Department of Mines

Housed at Ministry of Education building floor 4

P/Bag 0049

Gaborone

Botswana

 

Government Enclave, Block 6, Khama Crescent

Tel. (+267) 365 7000

Fax. (+267) 395 2141

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

Opening hours: 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays

Where can I get more information on this Service

For more information, please contact:

 

Director

Department of Mines

Housed at Ministry of Education building floor 4

P/Bag 0049

Gaborone

Botswana

 

Government Enclave, Block 6, Khama Crescent

Tel. (+267) 365 7000

Fax. (+267) 395 2141

Email: mines [at] gov.bw

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