IMPORT CONTROL AND EXPORT CERTIFICATION
EXPORT
Does the law require all prospective exporters to be registered with or authorized by the competent authority?
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Does the law require a prospective exporter of animals or animal products to acquire an export permit for each shipment?
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29(1); A person shall not export an animal, animal product, animal by-product or article without an export permit issued by the Director.
Does the law require a prospective exporter of animals or animal products to acquire an international veterinary health certificate prior to export?
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Does the law require the competent authority to inspect animals or animal products in order to determine whether to issue an international veterinary certificate for export?
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Section 5(1) An officer may- […] (c ) inspect any animals, animal products, animal by-products, articles or animal feed destined for import into or export out of Zambia to determine whether the consignment is sanitary compliant.
Which kind of sanctions are imposed in case of offences (criminal, administrative) related to export certification?
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73; A person who- (a) contravenes or fails to comply with provisions of this Act, regulations or any order or notice made or issued under this Act; commits an offence and is liable - to a fine not exceeding five hundred thousand penalty units or to imprisonment for a period not exceeding five years, or to both; or (ii) for any other offence, to a fine not exceeding two hundred thousand penalty units or to imprisonment for a period not exceeding two years, or to both
