Guidelines on BAI Import Permit Issuance

Submission of duly accomplished BAI application form.
Pro-forma invoice.
Samples of at least 250 grams per product for laboratory analysis, with cost borne by applicant.
Test procedures/protocols for the products.
Certificate of analysis, certificate of free sale, certificate of product registration, authenticated by Philippine consulate in the country of origin.
Brochures, technical dossiers, relevant literature, or scientific evidence supporting the product.
Authenticated foreign agency contract or notarized agreement with manufacturer stipulating joint responsibility for product quality.
Authenticated government certificate verifying manufacturer’s competency and reliability.

Importers must pay the import permit processing fee as approved by DA-AO No. 37 dated December 20, 1991.
Fee covers all expenses incurred by BAI-AFSD in processing the permit.

Contracted or booked importations must be reported to BAI-AFSD within five (5) working days from contract date.
Reports must be supported by a photocopy of the Letter of Credit issued by the Central Bank or authorized commercial banks.

Arrival of shipment must be reported to BAI-AFSD.
BAI authorized representative will collect samples for quality control.
Inspection fees: Php 0.50 per ton of feeds/feedstuff and Php 0.20 per kilogram of feed additives/supplements/premixes.
Fees pursuant to Ministry Order No. 6-83 and Batas Pambansa No. 325 dated August 23, 1983.

Import permits are valid for a maximum of 60 calendar days from the date of issuance to the expected latest vessel arrival.
Non-compliance subjects offenders to prosecution and penalties under RA 1556 as amended by PD No. 7, and other applicable laws.
Administrative sanctions may also be imposed.

Any inconsistent provisions in prior letter circulars or regulations are repealed or modified accordingly.
This Letter Circular takes effect immediately upon adoption on September 14, 1992.