To engage in exporting goods from Uganda, you must first register with the Uganda Export Promotions Board (UEPB). Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you navigate the registration process:
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- Visit the Uganda Export Promotion Board Office
- Go to the Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Cooperatives.
- Collect a registration form.
- Fill Out the Registration Form
- Provide your Tax Identification Number (TIN) and other required details.
- Ensure that all information is accurately filled in.
- Submit the Completed Form
- Attach all necessary documents and submit the form at the payment counter.
- Pay the required fees for registration.
- Obtain Acknowledgment Receipt
- After submission, you will receive an acknowledgment receipt.
- Submit Application for Approval
- Submit your application to the officer in charge for approval, including the attached documents.
- Receive the Certificate
- After the application is approved, a receipt and certificate will be issued.
Required Documents for Registration
To complete your registration, you will need to provide the following documents:
- Application Form for Exporter Registration (original + copy)
- Certificate of Incorporation (copy) – For companies
- Business Name Registration Certificate (copy) – For sole proprietorships
- Certificate of Registration of a Cooperative (copy) – For cooperatives
- Form 20 – Notification and appointment of the secretary and director of the company (copy). This form is provided by the Uganda Registration Services Bureau when registering a company.
- Form 7 (original + copy) – For companies incorporated before July 2016
- Tax Identification Number – For the company
- National Identification Card – For individual applicants
- Proof of Payment – For registration fees
- Passport Photos – As part of the documentation
- Completed Health Check Report – Required for health compliance
- Name and Address Details – Business and personal details
Office Locations & Contacts
- Uganda Export Promotions Board – Head Office
- Location: 2nd Floor, UEDCL Tower, Plot 37, Nakasero Road, P.O. Box 5045, Kampala, Uganda
- Tel: +256 (0)414 230250
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: [Link]
- Ministry of Trade, Industry & Cooperatives – Head Office
- Location: Plot 6/8, Parliamentary Avenue, Kampala, Uganda
- P.O. Box 7103, Kampala, Uganda
- Tel: +256-312 324 000 | +256 312 324 268
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: [Link]
Eligibility for Registration
You are eligible to register with the Uganda Export Promotion Board if:
- You are 18 years of age or older and legally residing in Uganda.
- You have an interest in exporting products and meet the required criteria.
- You are involved in exporting products that are not on the restricted list for export.
Fees for Registration
- Registration Fee: No fees for registration.
Certificate Validity
- The export registration certificate issued is valid for one year and expires on December 31st of each year.
Processing Time
- The processing time for registration is within 2 days.
Uses of the Exporter Registration Document
- Market Information Access: The registration grants access to valuable market information and trade fairs.
- Promoting Exports: You will receive support for developing your exports, including technical advice and promotional services such as trade fairs and missions.
- Export Services: The certificate can be used to access trade services, including export financing and advisory services.
Need for Registration
The Uganda Export Promotions Board plays a critical role in supporting export businesses. Some of the primary functions of the Board include:
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- Providing Trade and Market Information Services: Including tariffs, market entry data, lists of importers, price data, trade flows, and documentation requirements.
- Promoting the Development of Exports: Offering technical advice on production, post-harvest handling, and market testing.
- Organizing Trade Fairs: Both inward and outward trade missions to foster export growth.
- Advisory Services: Providing export distribution channels, business skills, trade preferences, and financing options.
Other Uses of the Certificate
The export registration certificate serves not only as proof of legal authorization to export but also provides you with several benefits like:
- Access to Export Market Information.
- Participation in Trade Fairs: Opportunities for showcasing your products internationally.
- Export Finance: Eligibility for pre-shipment credit and other financial services.
For additional details or assistance with the registration process, you can contact the Uganda Export Promotions Board or the Ministry of Trade, Industry & Cooperatives.
