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REGISTRATION · REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

Plant Quarantine Registration

Importing plants, seeds or agricultural produce requires clearance under India’s Plant Quarantine framework — and often an import permit. We handle your PQ registration and permits so your agri imports clear inspection.

2–6 weeks
turnaround
Permit-based
clearance
Agri imports
mandatory

Quick facts

AUTHORITY
Plant Quarantine (DPPQS)
APPLIES TO
Plants · seeds · agri produce
TIMELINE
2–6 weeks
NEEDS
Import permit + phyto cert
GOVERNS
Plant Quarantine Order

01 · OVERVIEW

What plant quarantine covers

India’s Plant Quarantine (Regulation of Import into India) Order governs the import of plants, seeds and plant products to prevent the entry of pests and diseases. Importers typically need an import permit in advance, and consignments require a phytosanitary certificate and inspection on arrival.

WHEN YOU NEED IT

  • Importing plants, seeds or saplings.
  • Importing agricultural or plant produce.
  • Obtaining a plant-import permit.
  • Clearing agri consignments at PQ stations.

02 · OUR SERVICE

What’s included when we handle it

A done-for-you registration — we take it from assessment to an issued licence or approval.

  • Applicability assessment
  • Documentation preparation
  • Authority application filing
  • Licence / registration issued
  • Compliance guidance
  • Renewals & amendments

03 · CHECKLIST

Documents you’ll need

Have these ready and we can move fast. Missing something? We’ll tell you up front.

  • 01IEC certificate

    Your active Import Export Code.

  • 02Import permit

    Applied for in advance.

  • 03Phytosanitary cert

    From the exporting country.

  • 04Invoice & packing list

    Consignment details.

  • 05Product details

    Species and quantity.

  • 06End-use details

    Purpose of import.

04 · HOW IT WORKS

The process, step by step

No jargon, no chasing — here’s exactly how we take it from start to issued.

  1. Assess your obligation

    We confirm what registration or licence applies.

  2. Prepare documentation

    We compile forms and supporting documents.

  3. File with the authority

    We submit and follow up on your behalf.

  4. Review / inspection

    We support any query or inspection.

  5. Licence issued

    Your registration or licence is granted.

05 · KEEP GOING

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06 · FAQ

Plant Quarantine Registration — your questions

Straight answers on eligibility, timeline and what to expect.

Do I need a permit before importing plants?

Yes — most plant and seed imports require a Plant Quarantine import permit obtained in advance. We apply for it for you.

What is a phytosanitary certificate?

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Where does quarantine inspection happen?

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GET STARTED

Clear your agri imports through quarantine.

We’ll obtain your plant-import permit and manage Plant Quarantine clearance so your plants, seeds and produce pass inspection.

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