Veldt Product Exporters Permit in Botswana: Eligibility, Requirements, and Application Process
Botswana’s Veldt Product Exporters Permit is essential for anyone wishing to export veldt products, ensuring that the utilisation of these natural resources is sustainable and regulated. Veldt products, which include non-domesticated, vegetative biological resources, are used in various industries such as construction, medicine, food, cultural activities, and firewood. This permit is issued by the Department of Forestry and Range Resources and is valid for 30 days. This article outlines the eligibility, required documents, and steps for obtaining the Veldt Product Exporters Permit in Botswana.
The Veldt Product Exporters Permit is available to the following groups:
Eligibility Criteria:
To apply for a Veldt Product Exporters Permit, the following supporting documents are required:
Certified Copy of National Identity Card (Omang):
Valid Resident Permit and Passport:
Valid Passport:
Here’s a step-by-step guide to applying for a Veldt Product Exporters Permit:
Step 1: Download and Complete the Permit Application Form
Step 2: Submit the Form to the Nearest Department of Forestry and Range Resources Office
The processing time for the Veldt Product Exporters Permit is approximately three (3) working days from the submission of the application.
The cost of applying for a Veldt Product Exporters Permit varies depending on the applicant’s residency status:
Obtaining a Veldt Product Exporters Permit ensures that individuals and businesses can legally export veldt products while adhering to Botswana’s sustainability and conservation regulations. This permit promotes the sustainable utilisation of natural resources, helping to protect Botswana’s veldt ecosystems while enabling legal export activities.