Table 3.
Duration and costs related to the regulatory requirements for research activities with GMO in Kenya, Nigeria, Uganda, and Sweden. GMO, genetically modified organism; CFT, confined field trial.
| Kenya | Nigeria | Uganda | Sweden | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum time to decision on GM crop field trial application | 150 days | 260 days | 90 days | 120 days |
| Cost for GM crop field trial/CFT application | USD 1,395 (valid five years) | USD 9,360 Fast track: +USD 2,600 |
USD 1,800 for one site+ USD 300 per site (valid one year) | Approximately USD 5,370 (SEK 46,000) (valid five years) |
| Cost for renewal of permission for GM crop field trial/CFT | USD 233 | USD 1,560 Fast track: +USD 3,900 |
USD 500 | Approximately USD 3,090 (SEK 26,500) |
| Cost for inspection of GM crop field trial site | N/A | N/A | N/A | Approximately USD 455 annually (SEK 3,900) |
| Cost for import, export and transit of GMO | USD 465 | USD 780 Fast track: +USD 130 |
Approximately USD 6 (UGX 20,000) | N/A (based on harmonized decision in the EU) |