What is ITAR training?

Course 12. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) For companies working with the Department of Defense or developing commercial products with potential defense applications, it is important to understand the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Expert Administration Regulations (EAR).

What is DDTC certification?

What Is A DDTC License? A DDTC license is the export authorization from the US State Department for specific hardware items or technical data controlled by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), referred to as a defense article, to be exported to a specific country.

How long does it take to get an ITAR license?

There are no set time limits for export license approvals but normally an ITAR license will take about 60 days and an Agreement will require 90 days to be approved.

How much does ITAR cost?

All new applicants are treated as being in Tier 1 during their first year of registration. Therefore, the registration fee for new applications submitted between May 1, 2020 and April 30, 2021 will be reduced from $2,250 to $500.

What happens if you break ITAR?

These violators could face up to ten years in prison for their failure to protect ITAR data. You could also lose a lot of money as a consequence for ITAR violations. Violators could be fined up to $1 million per violation. The Secretary of State could also choose to impart civil penalties up to $500,000.

What products are subject to ITAR?

US Munitions List (USML) – (ITAR)

  • Category I: Firearms, Close Assault Weapons and Combat Shotguns.
  • Category II: Materials, Chemicals, Microorganisms, and Toxins.
  • Category III: Ammunition/Ordnance.
  • Category IV: Launch Vehicles, Guided Missiles, Ballistic Missiles, Rockets, Torpedoes, Bombs and Mines.

Is DDTC the same as ITAR?

The Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) in the Bureau of Political-Military Affairs at the U.S. Department of State implements the ITAR including the United States Munitions List (USML).

What is ITAR license?

The International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) is a set of United States Government regulations on the export and import of defense- related articles and services.

Does ITAR expire?

Because you are required to renew your ITAR registration every 12 months, it’s important that you keep a close eye on this date. The average registration approval period is about 45 days, but you should submit your ITAR registration renewal documents at least 60 days prior to the expiration date of your registration.