Apply for License to Export Biological and Genetic Resources In Malawi By Yourself
- The exporter needs to visit at the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment Affairs office to make an appointment with Director. Contact Link
- The designated officer will supply the application form required and an outline of the needed documents.
- Complete the application form supplied by the officer that includes details of genetic materials, its quantity the material is available, its location, and proof of Mutually Accorded Terms with the organizations or communities who own the genetic resources as well as their related genetic resources.
- Complete the Application form in person to the official who will then verify the completed form and forward it to the officer to the officer for approval.
- An exporter is notified whether the application has been accepted.
- Now, you can pay the charges.
- Go to the Environmental affairs department to collect the license and pay the application fee amount US 300 dollars and a license will be issued.
Required Documents For Apply for License to Export Biological and Genetic Resources
- Application form.
- Identification documents.
- Other documents, as ordered by the officer in charge.
Office Locations and Contacts
Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental AffairsLingadzi House, City Centre
Private Bag 394
Lilogwe3, Malawi
Tel: (+256) 0888346635
Fax: (+256) 1773379
Email: ead@ead.gov.mw
Contact Details: Link
Eligibility
Residents and Citizens are allowed to use this type of license.
Fees
The cost for this license is US 300 dollars.
Validity
According to the license.
Processing Time
The process can take up to one month.
Instructions
This permit is required for export of genetic resources, as well as the traditional knowledge.
Documentation is needed
This permits shows that you are legally able to export genetic and biological resources.
External Links
Malawi Trade Portal: Link
