INSTRUCTION ON REGISTER FOR IMPORT OF USED SHIPS FOR DISMANTLEMENT
On November 12, 2019, the Government issues the Decree No. 82/2019/ND-CP on import of used ships for dismantlement.
To be specific, Enterprises importing used ships for dismantlement must be a Vietnamese enterprise with 100% of its charter capital held by Vietnamese organizations and individuals. Enterprises importing used ships for dismantlement must prepare a request dossier consist of:
- A written request for granting a License for import of used ships for dismantlement (01 original);
- The Decision to put the ship dismantlement establishment into operation (01 certified copy or 01 copy enclosed with the original for comparison)
- The enterprise’s decision on the purchase of the used ship for dismantlement (01 certified copy or 01 copy enclosed with the original for comparison).
The Vietnam Maritime Administration shall receive and examine the dossier. Within 03 working days after receiving a valid dossier, the Vietnam Maritime Administration shall appraise the dossier and report to the Ministry of Transport for consideration and decision. Within 02 working days after receiving the written request the Ministry of Transport shall grant a License for import of used ships for dismantlement, in case of disapproval, the Ministry of Transport shall issue a written reply clearly stating the reason.
This Decree takes effect on December 30, 2019.
