- A bonded warehouse is a licensed place for storing dutiable goods without paid import duty.
- Licensing conditions are outlined in the East African Community Customs Management Act and Regulations.
- Applicants must submit a written application to the Commissioner of Customs and Border Control.
- Required documents include FormC18, Memorandum of Association, lease or title deed, NEMA license, architectural drawings, photographs, incorporation certificate, CR 12 Form, tax compliance certificates, PIN certificate, IDs, passport photos, and contact details.
- Structural requirements include accessible location, proper construction standards, security measures, safety equipment, storage and handling capacity, and office accommodation.
- Upon approval, applicants must submit the application on iCMS for a bonded warehouse number and customs security bond execution.
Source: kra.go.ke
Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.
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