Official AgentGabon BIETC Certificate Guide
A BIETC (Bordereau d'Identification Électronique de Tracabilité des Cargaisons) certificate is required for all shipments going to Gabon.
Required Documents
Mandatory Documents
- Bill of Lading
- Commercial Invoice
- Export Declaration
Conditional Documents
- Freight Invoice— Required when the freight amount is not shown on the commercial invoice.
- Vehicle Inspection Certificate— Required when the shipment includes vehicles or rolling stock.
Timeline
- The BIETC certificate must be validated before the vessel arrives. If it is validated afterwards there will be additional charges.
Risk Warnings
- Shipping or arrival without BIETC or false information in BIETC results in a fine of up to USD 2,500, plus the regulation charge determined by Customs officials.
- The BIETC certificate must be validated before the vessel arrives. If it is validated afterwards there will be additional charges.
Important Notes
- Used vehicles older than 5 years require a license from the National Agency for Road Transportation.
- Changes to the Documento Unico (DU) after validation must be handled by the importer at destination.
Application Process
Submit Documents
Upload B/L, invoice, packing list, and other required files
Review & Quote
We review your documents and provide a transparent quote
Confirm Draft
Review the draft certificate and complete payment
Receive Certificate
Download your official certificate for customs clearance
FAQ about Gabon BIETC
What is a BIETC certificate and why is it mandatory?
The BIETC (Electronic Cargo Tracking Note) is a mandatory loading document required by Gabon Customs. All shipments to Gabon ports must obtain a valid BIETC number before loading, or cargo cannot clear customs and may face penalties.
How long does it take to obtain a BIETC?
With complete documents, a draft certificate is usually ready in 1-2 business days. The official certificate is issued upon confirmation. Apply as soon as booking is confirmed; the certificate must be obtained before vessel loading at the latest.
How much does a BIETC certificate cost?
BIETC fees vary based on cargo details (type, quantity, value, etc.) and cannot be quoted uniformly. We provide a transparent quote after reviewing your documents before processing.
Can certificate information be amended after issuance?
Yes, but amendments after validation typically incur extra charges. We recommend carefully reviewing all details (B/L number, cargo description, values) during the draft confirmation stage to avoid subsequent changes.
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