Shipping to Uganda? Regulated goods must be verified in India, before loading, under the Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) PVoC programme, and must travel with a Certificate of Conformity. Without one, expect destination inspection, penalties and delays. Uganda added 30 new and 27 amended compulsory standards from 1 January 2026. PCN coordinates testing, inspection and the CoC.
| Regulator | Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) |
|---|---|
| Certificate | CoC from a UNBS-appointed PVoC agency before shipment |
| Route A | Test and inspect every consignment |
| Route B | Registration for regular exporters |
| Route C | Licence for manufacturers with a quality system |
| 2026 update | Legal Notice No. 14 of 2025 expanded compulsory standards; key CoC fields can’t be changed without UNBS approval |
| No CoC? | Destination inspection, penalties, delays or rejection |
Yes, for regulated goods, unless you use a registration or licence route that simplifies it.
Often yes. East African standards are closely aligned.
57 compulsory standard changes took effect on 1 January 2026, and UNBS tightened controls on CoC amendments.
Requirements, portals and fees change often. PCN confirms the applicable rules for each product before quoting. Certificates are issued by the relevant authority, accredited certification body or notified body.
Send your product name, HS code and destination. Our Delhi team will confirm the route, testing and timeline within 48 hours.
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