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Vientiane Capital Plant Quarantine Division

Department of Agriculture and Forestry, Vientiane Capital

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Permit Application & Quarantine Procedures

Service #01

Export Phytosanitary Certificate Issuance

Inspection and issuance of Phytosanitary Certificates (PC) for agricultural commodities, fruits, vegetables, and plant products for export.

Estimated Duration: 1 - 2 Working Days

Step-by-Step Procedure

1. Submit application with supporting documents and destination import permit\n2. Physical inspection and sample testing by quarantine officers\n3. Pay official fees according to regulations\n4. Receive official Phytosanitary Certificate (PC)
Service #02

Plant & Agricultural Input Import Permit

Issuance of import permits for seeds, fresh plants, growing media, and agricultural materials to ensure pest-free entry.

Estimated Duration: 3 - 5 Working Days

Step-by-Step Procedure

1. Complete Plant Import Application Form\n2. Attach commodity list, origin details, and business license\n3. Pest Risk Analysis (PRA) review by specialists\n4. Permit approval and issuance
Service #03

Checkpoint Import & Transit Inspection

Documentary and physical inspection at Friendship Bridge I, Thanaleng Railway Port, and Wattay International Airport.

Estimated Duration: 30 - 60 Mins per shipment

Step-by-Step Procedure

1. Present origin PC and Import Permit at checkpoint counter\n2. Physical cargo inspection for quarantine pests\n3. Stamp clearance for customs release
Service #04

Export Farm & Packing House Registration

Consultation, auditing, and registration of export farms and packing houses for compliance with China (GACC), Thailand, and global markets.

Estimated Duration: 7 - 14 Working Days

Step-by-Step Procedure

1. Submit Farm/Packing House registration application\n2. Field audit and pest management guidance by technical team\n3. Issue official Registration Code for bilateral trade registry