BORDER RESIDENT

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WHO IS A BORDER RESIDENT CROSS BORDER WOMAN TRADER

 

Border Residents of Cross Border Women Traders (CBWT) are Women traders in cross border trading who are resident or native of communities 7kilometers from the border in accordance with world immigration Laws of Border residents. They are both formal and informal traders in goods and service provision at the borders. Mostly small scale traders

 

THIS TYPE OF MEMBERSHIP are reversed for border resident who resident 7 kilometers from the land borders for not less than 2 years

Eligibility as a Border Resident Cross Border Women Traders

 

General Eligibility Criteria:

 

    1. Age: 18-65 years old
    2. Gender: Female
    3. Residency: Living in a border town or city
    4. Nationality: Citizen of the country where the border town/city is located
    5. Business Ownership: Owns/operates a small-scale cross-border trading business

Specific Eligibility Criteria:

 

    1. Business Type: Engaged in legitimate cross-border trade (e.g., agricultural products, textiles, handicrafts)
    2. Business Size: Micro, small, or medium-sized enterprise (MSME)
    3. Trade Experience: Minimum 6 months to 1 year of cross-border trading experience
    4. Income Level: Low to moderate income
    5. Education: Basic literacy and numeracy skills

Documentary Requirements:

 

    1. National ID
    2. Business Registration documents (not mandatory before registration)
    3. Proof of Residency( Endorsement by Traditional area queen mother and assembly member)
    4. Proof of business ownership ( Market Queen endorsement
    5. Tax identification number (TIN)
    6. Bank statement or financial records

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BENEFIT OF MEMBERSHIP

 

    • MEMBERSHIP CARD FOR
      ECOWAS Free Movement Protocol:
    • Guarantees right to enter, reside, and establish businesses.
    • Eliminates visa requirements.
    • Streamlines customs procedures.
    • Facilitates movement of goods and services.
    • Promotes regional economic integration.
    • Economic Welfare Benefits:
    • Access to affordable financing and credit facilities.
    • Increased trade volumes and revenue.
    • Improved financial literacy and management.
    • Reduced transaction costs.
    • Enhanced economic empowerment
    • 3.ECOWAS-Specific Benefits:
    • Access to ECOWAS Trade Liberalization Scheme (ETLS).
    • Simplified customs procedures.
    • Reduced tariffs and non-tariff barriers.
    • Support from ECOWAS institutions.
    • Regional market access.
    • 4.Legal Welfare Benefits:
    • Legal aid and counseling.
    • Protection from exploitation and abuse.
    • Support for property and asset ownership.
    • Access to justice and dispute resolution.
    • Human rights advocacy.
    • Social Welfare Benefits:
    • Support network for women entrepreneurs.
    • Mentorship and guidance.
    • Social protection and advocacy.
    • Community engagement and development.
    • Emotional well-being and stress management.
    • 6.Health Welfare Benefits:
    • Access to health insurance and services.
    • Health and wellness training.
    • Sanitation and hygiene facilities.
    • Nutrition and food security support.
    • Mental health support.
    • Psychological Welfare Benefits:
    • Confidence building and empowerment.
    • Stress management and counseling.
    • Self-esteem enhancement.
    • Leadership development.
    • Networking opportunities.