Uganda: Pre-Export verification of used imported vehicles
Description
The Uganda National Bureau of Standards has introduced a pre-export verification of conformity (PVoC) of imported used vehicles into the country. This purpose of this scheme is said to be to stem the influx of imported used vehicles which are substandard and endanger both the public and the environment as well as to ensure proper documentation on vehicles imported into the country.
Fees to be paid upon inspection is dependent on the country of origin: Japan (US$ 145), Singapore (US$180), United Kingdom (125 pounds), South Africa (1685 Rand), Dubai-UAE (US$125). There is a penalty of 15% CIF value on used vehicles entering the country without an inspection certificate and then an inspection takes place.
Three inspection agencies have been contracted to do the inspection.
1. M/s Japan Export Vehicle Inspection Center Company Limited (JEVIC) for vehicles originating from Japan, United Kingdom, South Africa, Singapore and countries other than the United Arab Emirates (Dubai).
2. Jabal Kilimanjaro Auto Elect Mechanic and Paints Company for vehicles originating from the United Arab Emirates (Dubai).
3. East Africa Auto-mobile Services Co. Ltd for cars originating from United Arab Emirates (Dubai)
Any Evidence-Based Deliberation:
| Question | Result |
|---|---|
| Is there anything in the public record to suggest that evidence of the effectiveness of the proposed measure was considered during official deliberations? | Don't know |
| Is there any evidence that alternatives to the proposed measure were considered? | Don't Know |
| Is there anything in the public record that suggests that empirical evidence informed the comparison across the alternatives available to government? | Don't Know |
| Was such evidence identified? | Don't Know |
| Is such evidence publicly available? | Don't Know |
| Did the official decision-maker in question provide an explanation as to why a chosen measure was favoured over alternatives? | Don't Know |
| Is there any evidence to suggest that potentially affected trading partners were consulted before the measures were taken? | Don't Know |
| Is there any evidence that safeguards have been put in place to ensure that implementation of the initiative is transparent and non-discriminatory? | Don't Know |
| Did the government state its intention to review the measure within one year of implementation? | No |
Date Discovered: 03/11/2009
Implemented: Yes
Date of inception: 1 Nov 2009
GTA Evaluation: Red
Source:
Uganda National Bureau of Standards. 2009. 'Introduction of the Pre-Export Verification of Conformity (PVoC) to standards prior to importation of used vehicles into Uganda.' http://www.unbs.go.ug/main2.php?mainid=4
Government Response:
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