The Benin BESC (Bordereau Électronique de Suivi des Cargaisons) certificate is a mandatory electronic cargo tracking note for shipments to Benin. It ensures compliance with customs regulations, enhances cargo security, and facilitates trade monitoring. Without a BESC, shipments may face penalties or clearance delays at Benin’s ports.
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Follow these simple steps to complete your BESC application:
1. Email scanned copies of the required documents or submit them using the quick application form.
2. A draft BESC certificate will be prepared and shared with you for confirmation of cargo details.
3. Upon your approval and successful payment, the ECTN application will be validated.
4. You will receive the validated certificate along with the ECTN number via email.
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The Benin BESC processing time typically ranges from 24 to 48 hours, depending on the completeness of the submitted documents.
The Benin BESC certificate fee varies based on the shipment type, cargo value, and freight charges. Contact us for an exact quote.
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Yes, if your cargo is transiting through Benin to Nigeria, a BESC certificate for Benin is required. Without it, your goods will not be cleared at the port.
All shippers, freight forwarders, and logistics agents are reminded that BESC validations must be completed at the port of loading. Authorities have reported irregularities in Port Autonome de Cotonou involving unauthorized charges of 50,000 FCFA. This practice is not compliant with official BESC guidelines.
Instructions for the Benin BESC certificate:
The shipper must request the BESC certificate before loading the cargo.
Validation must be completed within 5 days after the vessel’s departure.
Failure to provide a validated BESC will prevent customs clearance and may result in cargo being returned to the origin.
Any transporter loading cargo for Benin without a draft BESC reference may face a penalty equal to 100% of the freight manifest value due to non-compliance.
No, each shipment requires a separate, validated BESC number.
No, including the BESC number on the Bill of Lading is not mandatory for Benin.
Yes, two separate waiver certificates are required—one for Benin and another for Niger.
ctnstashipping is an independent consulting firm specializing in assisting clients to obtain CTN certificates for shipments to various African countries. As an international company with offices in the USA, UK, and UAE, ctnstashipping focuses exclusively on CTN certification services. It is important to note that ctnstashipping is not a freight forwarder, importer, or exporter.
No, physical copies are not needed. The entire certification process is handled digitally.
A Bill of Lading (BL or BoL) is a legal document issued by a carrier to a shipper that specifies the type, quantity, and destination of the goods being transported. It serves as a receipt of shipment, a document of title, and a contract between the shipper and the carrier.
A commercial invoice is a mandatory document for the export and import clearance process. It is sometimes used for foreign exchange control purposes. In the buyer’s country, customs officials rely on the commercial invoice to assess applicable import duties and taxes.
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