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Somalia ECTN Application Guide

Somalia requires an ECTN (Electronic Cargo Tracking Note) for all import shipments.

Somalia ECTN Application Guide

Somalia requires an ECTN (Electronic Cargo Tracking Note) for all import shipments. The Somali Port Authority announced that as of Feb 1/2023 ECTNs are required for all Somali ports.

Required Documents

  • Bill of Lading
  • Commercial Invoice
  • Freight Invoice(Required when the freight amount is not shown on the commercial invoice.)

Application Timeline

  • The ECTN must be obtained by the shipper; the goods will not be loaded onto the vessel without an ECTN number.

Important Notes

  • The ECTN number must be written on the bill of lading.

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