Plant & plant-product import/export/transit quarantine in Laos: statutory documents, competent authority and legal basis
Who can apply
Both Lao citizens and foreigners may apply; the documents differ.
Competent authority: File with the plant-protection authority (Plant Division/NPPO); border quarantine.
At a glance
Where to apply: File with the plant-protection authority (Plant Division/NPPO); border quarantine.
Steps:
- Check Art.31, file with the Plant Division
- Obtain the permit (Art.6: one variety)
- Border quarantine, certificate issued
How long: Per the border quarantine office.
Cost: Per the posted rate.
Statutory document list
Import
- Plant import permit application (required)
- Phytosanitary certificate (from origin country) (required)
- Shipment documents (same variety & origin) (optional)
Export / re-export
- Plant import permit application (required)
- Phytosanitary certificate (from origin country) (required)
- Shipment documents (same variety & origin) (optional)
Transit
- Plant import permit application (required)
- Phytosanitary certificate (from origin country) (required)
- Shipment documents (same variety & origin) (optional)
Statutory requirements
- One permit = one variety, or same origin shipped together (Art.6); handled by the Plant Division (NPPO).
- Cases needing a permit (Art.31); file with the plant-protection authority.
Common issues
- One permit covers one variety (Art.6)
Legal basis (Lao Official Gazette texts)
Excerpt: Article 31. (new) Application for a plant import permit Any natural or legal person, or organization intending to import a plant, plant product or regulated article as prescribed in the list of plant, plant product or re …
Excerpt: General conditions for importing plants, plant products, and controlled items. In addition to implementing the import phytosanitary measures stipulated in the relevant provisions of the Law on Plant Protection and Quaran …
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for a Plant & plant-product import/export/transit quarantine in Laos?
Both Lao citizens and foreigners may apply; the documents differ. Competent authority: File with the plant-protection authority (Plant Division/NPPO); border quarantine..
What documents are required for a Plant & plant-product import/export/transit quarantine in Laos?
2 statutory items: Plant import permit application; Phytosanitary certificate (from origin country). Competent authority: File with the plant-protection authority (Plant Division/NPPO); border quarantine..
What is the legal basis for a Plant & plant-product import/export/transit quarantine in Laos?
Based on Law on Plant Protection and Plant Quarantine Article 31; Decision on Phytosanitary Conditions for Import and Transit of Plants, Plant Products, and Controlled Items Article 6. The full texts are available in the LaoPaniti law library, sourced from the Lao Official Gazette.
Are there time limits or hard requirements for a Plant & plant-product import/export/transit quarantine in Laos?
One permit = one variety, or same origin shipped together (Art.6); handled by the Plant Division (NPPO). Cases needing a permit (Art.31); file with the plant-protection authority.
How much does a Plant & plant-product import/export/transit quarantine cost in Laos and how long does it take?
Cost: Per the posted rate.. How long: Per the border quarantine office..
Can LaoPaniti obtain the Plant & plant-product import/export/transit quarantine for me?
LaoPaniti organises the document list, offers online form filling, document upload and pre-check hand-off by staff. It is not a government filing, does not represent acceptance or approval by any authority, and promises neither results nor expedited handling. Formal processing follows the current requirements of the File with the plant-protection authority (Plant Division/NPPO); border quarantine..
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