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1. What are the documents required when applying for the TIR?
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The following documents are required when applying for the TIR. Additional information on this is also available in the Guidelines. - Request for TIR (RTIR)
- Proforma invoice
- Valid SfR/Licence (for existing registerred/licenced exporters)
- Valid TER |
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2. How does the inspections process work?
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| Exporter would need to undergo inspection in the country of export by the same CIB who had issued the TER. Inspection and testing (based on risk assessment and type of product) would be conducted prior to shipment by the relevant CIB. |
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3. What is the risk assessment system?
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The risk assessment system is a model which is used to determine the frequency of inspection and testing for consignments. This system considers various aspects of the product such as its type, manufacturing process, country of manufacturer, brand value, previous compliance history, etc. This system is also similar to the selectivity procedure which is currently in place for other certification programmes. The risk assessment system also considers manufacturers who can provide evidence of a quality control system (ISO 9001, ISO 16949, etc. or their equivalent) within their facilities. Such manufacturers would be subject to a lower rate of consignment intervention. |
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4. What happens if Regulated Product consignments arrive at Kuwait ports without a TIR?
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| Products will be subjected to inspection and testing by the KUCAS Conformity Unit which may delay the release of shipments from Customs or, in some cases, may result in the re-export of the product if test/inspection results are not satisfactory. |
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5. Can Intertek arrange for a Destination Inspection for those shipments that have valid TERs (issued by Intertek) but have missed obtaining TIRs in the country of export?
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It is always recommended that the Exporter obtain the TIR in the country of export. In those cases where the Exporter has missed obtaining the TIR in the country of export Intertek can arrange to carry out a Destination Inspection in Kuwait. The Importer should contact the Intertek office upon arrival of the shipment in Kuwait and provide the Intertek office in Kuwait with a copy of the related TER. However this process has its own disadvantages. First the Importer would need to obtain a Temporary Clearance from the KUCAS Conformity Unit. After obtaining the Temporary Clearance the Importer will have to transfer the shipment to their warehouse and schedule a Technical Inspection of the shipment by the KUCAS Conformity Unit. Considering the typical delays associated with Government departments this process might take several days and demurrage charges may be imposed. |
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6. Is it required for the Importer to submit the TIR to PAI for Customs clearance given that the data has been transferred to PAI by Intertek?
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| Importers are required to submit the TIR to the KUCAS Conformity Unit who would then be able to verify the validity of both TIR and TER through their database which is constantly updated with the data transferred by Intertek. |
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7. What is the procedure to be followed for exporters who have a valid TER but have shipped the consignment without the TIR?
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| In situations where an exporter who has a valid TER ships a consignment to Kuwait without a TIR, the importer will need to contact the Intertek office in Kuwait and provide a copy of the TER once the consignment arrives at the port. |
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