Name of the Organization : Ministry of Agriculture, Marine Resources and Local Government,
Type of Facility : Application For Dairy Licence
Country : Bahamas
Website : https://www.bahamas.gov.bs/wps/porta…vZ0FBIS9nQSEh/
Bahamas Application For Dairy Licence
The dairy permit allows persons to import dairy products into The Bahamas.
Related : Bahamas Ministry of Agriculture Making Data Protection Complaints : www.statusin.org/6363.html
Eligibility :
There are no eligibility criteria for this service.
Process :
** Applicant completes and submits the Application for Licence To Import Goods (Dairy)
** Applicant pays the relevant fees.
** After approval, the applicant is issued with the Permit.
** Applicant submits the Dairy Permit to an Agricultural Officer and Customs Officer at the port of entry.
Note :
Family Island residents should apply to the resident Extension Officers (where applicable) or the Family Island Administrator for this service.
Resident Extension Officers and Contact Information.
Supporting Documents :
For Commercial Traders, a valid Business Licence is required.
Turn-around time :
The application will be processed within two business days.
Deadline :
There are no deadlines associated with this service.
Related Fee(s) :
BS$2.00
Note :
For persons outside of The Bahamas, a money order or draft can be sent via courier service.
Personal cheques will not be accepted.
For more information please contact :
Director
Department of Agriculture
Darville‘s Business Complex
Gladstone and Munnings Roads
P.O. Box N3028
Nassau, New Providence
The Bahamas
Tel. (242) 397-7450/325-7438
Fax. (242) 325-3960
E-mail : minagriculturemarine [AT] bahamas.gov.bs
Opening hours : 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays
FAQs :
Does The Bahamas encourage Joint Ventures?
International Investors are encouraged to establish joint ventures with Bahamian partners. The choice of such Bahamian partners is in the absolute discretion of the investor.
What Areas are reserved for Bahamians?
** Wholesale and Retail Operations;
** Commission Agencies engaged in the import / export trade;
** Real Estate and Domestic Property Management Agencies;
** Domestic newspapers and magazine publications;
** Domestic advertising and public relations firms;
** Security Services;
** Domestic distribution of building supplies;
** Construction companies, except for special structures for which international expertise is required;
** Personal cosmetic / beauty establishment;
** Shallow-water scale – fish, crustacea; mollusks and sponge-fishing operations;
** Auto and Appliance service operations;
** Public Transportation inclusive of locally solicited charter boat tours;
** Landscaping;
Who is the Director of Investments?
The Director of Investments is Mrs. Joy Jibrilu. The Acting Deputy Director of Investments is Ms. Bianca V. Beneby
How do I establish a business in The Bahamas?
An international investor seeking to do business in The Bahamas should submit to the Bahamas Investment Authority a Project Proposal, along with supporting documents.
Do you have Project Proposal Guidelines?
Yes.
What is National Economic Council (“NEC”)?
The National Economic Council, headed by The Prime Minister, is responsible for the executive management of the National Investment Policy and is the decision making body in respect of all commercial projects undertaken by foreign direct investors.
Am I eligible for Annual or Permanent Residence?
Accelerated consideration of application for Permanent Residence will be given to :
i) Major International Investors; and
ii) Fit and proper owners of residence valued at $1,500,000.00 or more.