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Trade Compliance Made Simple

Build Your Own Import & Export Package

South Africa's Import & Export Licence Specialists. Choose individual services or bundle them into a custom package — available on deposit and our Promise to Pay Service.

✔ SARS-Compliant   ✔ ITAC-Accredited Process   ✔ Trusted by SA Importers & Exporters   ✔ Fast Turnaround Times   ✔ Built for SMEs

Business Compliance Isn't a Burden — It's an Investment

A marketing edge. A competitive advantage. And for African SMEs, it's leverage. At Maltech Africa, we help you get import-ready, export-ready, and cross-border-ready with a full suite of trade compliance services. Buy the complete package, build your own combination, or select a single service — whatever your business needs, on your terms, including our Promise to Pay Service.

Why this matters most for SMEs: Larger corporates absorb compliance costs easily and often have in-house teams to manage licensing, permits, and SARS documentation. SMEs don't have that luxury — every delay, rejected application, or compliance gap hits harder and slows down growth. Maltech Africa exists to close that gap, giving smaller businesses the same level of trade-readiness as their bigger competitors, without needing an in-house compliance department.

📦 Build Your Own Compliance Package

Mix and match any of the services below, or take the full package. Available on deposit and our Promise to Pay Service — so you can get compliant now and pay as your business grows.

Import / Export Licence

From R4,290

SA's Import & Export Licence Specialists. We handle the full application process so you can start trading legally, quickly, and without the paperwork headache. Discounted combo packages available.

APN Number

R3,690 once-off

Simplify your international payments and stay fully compliant with SARS. An APN Number is essential for South African importers making advance payments to foreign suppliers.

Cross-Border Permits (CBRTA)

R1,500

Transporting goods or passengers across South African borders? Our trusted Cross-Border Specialists handle your CBRTA permit application from start to finish.

ITAC Permit

From R4,490 once-off

Importing second-hand goods into South Africa? We complete your full ITAC Permit application and get you approved within 2 weeks.

EUR1 Certificate

R3,290 once-off

Access European markets without delay. We specialise in expediting your trade documentation, with your EUR1 Certificate issued within 5 days.

SADC Certificate

R4,290

Get your SADC Certificate processed at SARS in the quickest possible timeframe, so you can trade within the SADC region without unnecessary delays.

Trade Agreement (SA / SADC)

From R2,890

Engage with key regional markets through a SADC Trade Agreement. We help you secure your trade agreements fast through SARS, opening the door to broader opportunities across Southern Africa.

Qualified Purchaser Facilitation

R4,500 once-off

Need Qualified Purchaser status to legally purchase or import regulated goods? We facilitate your full application and registration process, managing the paperwork and liaison with the relevant authorities. Ideal for SMEs entering regulated trade categories for the first time.

Why Compliance Matters — And Why It's Bigger for SMEs

Many SMEs treat compliance as a cost centre — a box to tick. At Maltech Africa, we see it differently, especially for smaller businesses competing against established players:

Competitive Advantage

Compliant businesses win bigger contracts and qualify for tenders that non-compliant competitors can't touch.

A Marketing Tool

Being fully licensed builds trust with international suppliers, buyers, and financiers.

Leverage

Proper documentation means faster customs clearance, fewer delays, and stronger negotiating power with banks and logistics partners.

Risk Protection

Avoid penalties, seized goods, and SARS complications before they happen.

Access Without the Overhead

Qualified Purchaser status, permits, and certificates open doors to regulated markets and trade categories that would otherwise be closed to a small business without a dedicated compliance team.

Room to Grow, Not Just React

With the Promise to Pay Service, SMEs can get compliant and start trading now, and settle costs as revenue comes in, instead of delaying growth while saving up for compliance upfront.

The bottom line for SMEs: compliance isn't just about staying legal — it's one of the fastest, most affordable ways to look and operate like a bigger, more established business.

How the Promise to Pay Service Works

1

Choose Your Services

Select individual services or build a custom package around your needs.

2

Pay a Deposit

Secure your application with a deposit instead of the full amount upfront.

3

We Start Your Application

Our specialists begin processing your application immediately.

4

Pay the Balance Over Time

Via our Promise to Pay arrangement, agreed upfront with no surprises.

Package Comparison / Pricing Snapshot

Service

Price

Turnaround

Cross-Border Permit (CBRTA)

R1,500

On application

Trade Agreement (SADC)

From R2,890

On application

EUR1 Certificate

R3,290 once-off

5 days

Advanced Payment Notification (APN)

R3,690 once-off

On application

Import / Export Licence

From R4,290

On application

SADC Certificate

R4,290

5 days

ITAC Permit (Second-Hand Goods)

From R4,490 once-off

2 weeks

Qualified Purchaser Facilitation

R4,500 once-off

On application

*Discounted combo packages available when services are bundled.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I buy just one service instead of the full package?

Yes. Every service listed can be purchased individually, or combined into a custom package built around your business needs.

What is the Promise to Pay Service?

It's a payment option that lets you pay a deposit to start your application, with the balance settled over an agreed period — instead of paying the full amount upfront.

How long does an Import/Export Licence take?

Turnaround varies by service and by SARS/ITAC processing times. Contact us for a current estimate based on your specific application.

Do you help with second-hand goods imports?

Yes — our ITAC Permit service is specifically built for importing second-hand goods into South Africa, with applications completed within 2 weeks.

Can Maltech Africa help me trade with Europe?

Yes. Our EUR1 Certificate service is designed to fast-track your access to European markets, with certificates issued in as little as 5 days.

What is Qualified Purchaser status and do I need it?

Qualified Purchaser status allows you to legally purchase or import certain regulated goods. We facilitate the full application on your behalf. Speak to a specialist to confirm whether your business needs it.

Is this really affordable for a small business?

Yes — that's exactly who this package is built for. You can start with a single service, use our Promise to Pay Service to spread the cost, and add more services as your business grows, instead of paying for a large compliance package upfront.

Ready to Get Compliant?

Build your own package, choose a single service, or speak to a specialist about what your business actually needs.