ECTN is a mandatory document for LOME (TOGO)

Yes, Togo’s ports are frequently used for transit shipments, especially to Burkina Faso, Niger, Ghana, and Benin. Regardless of whether the cargo is transiting through or destined for Togo, each shipment must have a valid Togo ECTN certificate.

The Djibouti Ports and Freezone Authority implemented the ECTN procedure starting in 2023.

After Carriage Value refers to the transportation cost from the port of discharge to the final delivery destination. This must be listed on the commercial invoice to process the Togo ECTN.

When the Incoterm is DAP (Delivered At Place), the Togo customs require the After Carriage value in addition to the FOB and Freight values to be mentioned on the commercial invoice.

Yes, for Roll-on/Roll-off (RORO) shipments such as cars and trucks, a unique ECTN number is required for each individual vehicle.

No, ECTN is not needed for air freight to Togo. However, it is mandatory for RoRo, container, LCL, and bulk cargo shipments.

No, each ECTN number is specific to a single shipment and cannot be reused.

In cross-trade shipments, it’s acceptable if the values on the Commercial Invoice and the Export Declaration do not match.

Yes, whether the goods are discharged in Togo for transit or as a final destination, a valid Togo ECTN is required for every shipment.

No. The ECTN certificate reflects the invoice details issued to the final customer in Togo, keeping your supplier’s pricing confidential.

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A hard copy of the CTN certificate is generally not required, as the entire process is completed online. Digital validation and electronic submission suffice for customs and regulatory purposes.

A Bill of Lading (BoL) is a legal shipping document issued by the carrier to the shipper. It outlines the type, quantity, and destination of the cargo.

A Commercial Invoice is an essential document for export and import clearance. It may also serve currency exchange purposes and is used by customs to calculate import duties and taxes.