How to Import Alfalfa Seed from Pakistan — 8-Step Guide

STEP 1 — INQUIRY: Send WhatsApp +92 310 4929292 or email export@kohenoorint.com with destination country, port, quantity (MT), variety preference (KN92, TAIZTAR,), and incoterm (FOB/CFR/CIF). STEP 2 — PRO-FORMA INVOICE: Kohenoor sends PFI within 24 hours including price in USD, packing options, lead time, payment terms, and shipping schedule. STEP 3 — APPROVE & PAY ADVANCE: Sign PFI and arrange 30% TT advance to Kohenoor's bank (Habib Bank / Bank Alfalah / HSBC). Or open irrevocable LC at-sight with Kohenoor as beneficiary. STEP 4 — PRODUCTION & TESTING: Kohenoor sources certified seed lot, dual-pass dodder cleaning, ISTA testing, fumigation, certified packaging — 7-14 days. STEP 5 — PRE-SHIPMENT INSPECTION (OPTIONAL): Buyer may appoint SGS, Bureau Veritas, or Intertek at buyer cost ($300-500 per container). STEP 6 — SHIPMENT FROM KARACHI: Container loaded at KICT or QICT, BL issued. Kohenoor sends shipping documents (BL, phyto, fumigation, ISTA, COO, packing list, invoice) by email + DHL courier. STEP 7 — PAY BALANCE & CUSTOMS: Pay 70% balance (TT or LC release). Customs broker clears using phytosanitary + COO. 3-5 working days at most ports. STEP 8 — RECEIVE SHIPMENT: Container delivered to your warehouse. Verify quantity, quality, document set. Kohenoor follows up post-delivery for any QC discussion.