Licenses & Duty Exemptions
Licenses & Duty Exemptions
Responsible Entity: Ministry of Economic Development and Trade
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Guide for Duty Exemption Request
Description
This service can be used to request for duty exemption under the Export-Import Act of Maldives (Act No. 31/79).
Eligibility
The applicant should be a registered business entity in the Ministry of Economic Development as per Business Registration Act (18/2014).
How to apply
You can apply using an Efaas account.
Logging into your own account will direct you to the oneGov homepage.
Documents required
Clear copy of the packing list of the items.
Executed commercial invoice
If the applicant is requesting for exemption under specific clauses of an agreement executed between the applicant and the Government of Maldives, the applicant is required to upload the entire agreement.
After you apply
After successful submission a notification will be sent to your email and phone.
You can check the status of the request from the “My Applications” tab.
Once the application is processed, your Duty Exemption letter will issued via email.
Estimated time frame
All duly completed applications will be processed within 5 business days.
Guide for 24-Hour Permit Application
Description
This service can be used by registered businesses to obtain a 24-Hour Permit for 24-hour operation of business outlets.
Eligibility
The applicant should be a registered business entity in the Ministry of Economic Development as per Business Registration Act (18/2014).
An authorized person appointed to use the portal on behalf of the entity can submit the application.
How to apply
You can apply using an Efaas account.
Logging into your own account will direct you to the oneGov homepage.
Documents required
Permit for a café, restaurant or teashop:
Permit issued to the location by Health Protection Agency (HPA)
After you apply
After successful submission a notification will be sent to your email and phone.
You can check the status of the request from the “My Applications” tab.
Once the application is processed, your 24-hour permit will issued via email.
Service fee
MVR 2000
Payment notification
Once your application has been approved, you will receive a notification via email and phone to make the payment for the service.
You can see the payment prompt under “My Applications”. Clicking this will redirect you to the BandeyriPay portal where you will be able to make the payment.
Estimated time frame
All duly completed applications will be processed within 5 business days.
Guide for 24-Hour Permit Renewal
Description
This service can be used by registered businesses to renew a 24-Hour Permit for 24-hour operation of business outlets.
Eligibility
The applicant should be a registered business entity in the Ministry of Economic Development as per Business Registration Act (18/2014).
An authorized person appointed to use the portal on behalf of the entity can submit the application.
How to apply
You can apply using an Efaas account.
Logging into your own account will direct you to the oneGov homepage.
Documents required
Permit for a café, restaurant or teashop:
Permit issued to the location by Health Protection Agency (HPA)
After you apply
After successful submission a notification will be sent to your email and phone.
You can check the status of the request from the “My Applications” tab.
Once the application is processed, your renewed 24-hour permit will issued via email.
Service fee
MVR 2000
Payment notification
Once your application has been approved, you will receive a notification via email and phone to make the payment for the service.
You can see the payment prompt under “My Applications”. Clicking this will redirect you to the BandeyriPay portal where you will be able to make the payment.
Estimated time frame
All duly completed applications will be processed within 5 business days.
Guide for 24-Hour Permit Cancellation
Description
This service can be used by registered businesses to cancel a 24-Hour Permit for 24-hour operation of business outlets.
Eligibility
The applicant should be a registered business entity in the Ministry of Economic Development as per Business Registration Act (18/2014).
An authorized person appointed to use the portal on behalf of the entity can submit the application.
How to apply
You can apply using an Efaas account.
Logging into your own account will direct you to the oneGov homepage.
After you apply
After successful submission a notification will be sent to your email and phone.
You can check the status of the request from the “My Applications” tab.
Once the application is processed, your existing 24-hour permit will be cancelled.
Estimated time frame
All duly completed applications will be processed within the same business day.
FAQs
How do I get assistance with the portal?
If you have any questions or need assistance, email us at [email protected] . You may also call our helpline 1500
What if I want to use a different name for a business activity than my entity’s name?
You must register a business name under the respective entity first in this instance.
Can I have multiple business activities registered to one business name or one entity?
Yes you can have multiple business activities registered to one business name or entity.
Am I required to renew business activities?
Yes. You are required to update the status of your business activities on an annual basis.
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