SON import permit NSW (National Single Window) is an article that guides stakeholders on how to apply for SON import permits in Nigeria. It is part of series of articles on how to use the Nigeria national single window for trade. Other articles in this series includes the following:
Therefore, take some time to look up those articles to understand what the National Single Window is. In addition, you learn how to register your company on the NSW by looking through those articles.
SON IMPORT PERMIT NSW: WHAT TO EXPECT IN THIS ARTICLE
In this article for SON import permit NSW, our goal is as summarized as follow:
- Firstly, help stakeholder (importers, exporters, agents, etc.) understand what is master document. We shall discuss consignment documents in a separate article.
- Secondly, walk stakeholders through systematic application for SON import permit on NSW.
Thus, with these goals in mind, we shall present the steps in screenshots with brief explanations.
SON IMPORT PERMIT NSW: WHAT IS A MASTER DOCUMENT?
However, before we delve into the steps to register SON import permit NSW, we like to clarify two group of documents on the NSW:
- Master documents: Concerning SON, these refers to SON import permit and SON products certificates.
- Consignment documents: these refers to SONCAP, SONCAP default and SON import permit for PAAR.
Note that the definitions above regarding master document and consignment documents are with respect to SON only. It is important to make this clear because SON is not the only MDA responsible for regulating import items into Nigeria. There are agencies and ministries like NERC, NAQS, Ministry of Agriculture, etc.
Let us now focus on the steps to obtain SON import permit NSW.
APPLICATION FOR SON IMPORT PERMIT NSW
- First step: go to NSW portal, click login and login with the details created following our previous guide. As if you are yet to create a login, see our article for NAVIGATE NIGERIA SINGLE WINDOW.
- Second step: click on the application submission on the left-hand corner.
- Third step: Then, scroll down to the submit master document
- Fourth step: fill each page accurately and move on to the next.
HEADER:
Indicate under MDA that you are doing SON.
Fill required mandatory details like the purpose of import and document type.
Note that there are different import permits. Single use is the most regular. In addition, others are multiple (25 times reuse and above) usage.
Furthermore, you are to indicate the nature of the consignment by choosing from the dropdown menu.
Then, save forward or save and continue to the party page.
PARTY:
You can type party details can or fetch them from the UCR if there is a linked UCR. We shall talk about the Unique Consignment Reference –UCR in our next article.
Click on the three lines under action header to view or modify the party.
Save forward and proceed to the transport header.
TRANSPORT:
Fill in required transport details and proceed to the invoice details.
INVOICE:
Provide the Invoice details. This includes invoice number, Amount and Currency. Equally, include freight and insurance amount if applicable. Then, move forward to the items tab.
ITEMS:
Provide the item details including the item value. Proceed to view the summary.
DOCUMENTS:
Thick applicable documents, which you must be attach to your application. In this case, it is the proforma invoice.
To attach documents, click on the plus sign by the right, enter documents details and attach.
SUMMARY:
Navigate to Summary tab, check details and agree to the terms and conditions. Then, validate to check for errors. Finally, submit the import permit. Now, go to the payments.
We will not submit this application; it is for walking you through the process only.
SON IMPORT PERMIT NSW: PAYMENTS:
During processing (LPCO, Registration Approval, Registration renewal etc.), if any charges are configured, NSW will apply those charges and route the document for payment collection.
NSW will send a notification to the applicant informing about outstanding payment amount.
Trader/Agent can login to NSW and clear payment using online payment method.
- Login to NSW as a Trader/Agent
- Navigate to Menu Group “Payment”
- Click on “Pending Payment”
SYSTEM LOG OUT:
The NSW is time bound, and could log you out at any stage for prolonged inactivity. If this happens, do not panic. Login again, click on submit applications and navigate to search documents. You will see draft applications, click and continue from where you stopped.
CONCLUSION:
SON import permit NSW is an article directed primarily to stakeholders in the import value chain in Nigeria. These includes Importers, Exporters, and Clearing Agents and Customs Brokers. We take delight in enlightening the public and in keeping our ardent readers up-to-date with happenings and developments in the import and export business. As if on a summary, below are the steps to apply for SON import permit on the National Single Window for trade:
- Login to NSW as a registered Trader/Agent
- Navigate to Menu Group “Application Submission”
- Click on either “Submit Master Document”
- Fill in the pages as required, and attach the proforma invoice and submit the application
- Proceed to payment
- Permit will be ready for download in hours, if not minutes.
Thank you for taking time to walk through this piece. In our next article, we shall give similar point-by-point guide on how to apply for consignment documents. Remember that consignment documents refer to SON import permit for PAAR, SONCAP default, and SONCAP.
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