What is PVoC?
PVoC is an inspection and verification programme carried out on goods by appointed inspection agents in the country of export. Verification of compliance to technical regulations and standards is provided for in Article 5 of the World Organization (WTO) Agreement on Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT). PVoC was designed in accordance to the provisions of Article 5 of the TBT Agreement and in compliance with the notification requirements of WTO.
The objective of PVoC is to minimize the risk of unsafe and substandard goods entering Ugandan and protect consumers against dangerous, shoddy and substandard imported products.
List of Products subject to PVoC as at 22rd December 2017
List of Exemptions issued as at 15th November 2017
Download PVoC Inspection Manual
Download Motor Vehicle clearance guidelines
Download JEVIC RWI Site Contacts
Download Summary Of Guidlines For Motor Vehicles Clearance.
Download SCHEDULE OF COMPULSORY UGANDA STANDARDS 30th June 2017.
For more information, please contact:
Ms Linda Kobere PVoC Desk Officer
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