All cargo with its final destination in Mali must be covered by an “ELECTRONIC CARGO TRACKING NOTE (ECTN) / BORDEREAU ELECTRONIQUE DE SUIVI DES CARGAISONS (BESC)”, also known as a cargo waiver. The relevant formalities must be completed at the loading port. Incoming cargo without an approved ECTN will be blocked from customs clearance/delivery and risk significant delays and penalties.
Required documents and information:
- Copy bill of lading, correctly dated
- Commercial invoice, with separately stated FOB goods value and ocean freight costs (otherwise an additional ocean freight invoice or ocean freight declaration is required)
- Export customs document
- Country of Origin