The Liberia CTN must be validated prior to vessel arrival in a Liberian Port. Missing the deadline can cause fines and delays.
This guide will explain the deadline and submission window when requesting a Liberia CTN.
Liberia CTN Validation Deadline
All Liberia CTNs must be validated prior to vessel arrival in Monrovia. That means:
- The filing must be started minimum 3-5 days prior to the deadline
- The draft CTN must be reviewed and approved by the shipper
- The invoice must be paid
If your shipments is on the water and you need your Liberia CTN, please contact AfricaCTN and we will help expedite your CTN submission to ensure you meet the deadline.
Submission Window Requirements
AfricaCTN recommends submitting all necessary documents at least 3-5 days prior to the validation deadline. This ensures there is enough time to generate the draft, approve it, pay the invoice and submit the draft for final validation.
The documents required to submit the BESC for validation are the BL, commercial invoice, freight invoice and export declaration.
Summary
The Liberia CTN must be validated prior to vessel arrival and your shipping documents should be submitted to AfricaCTN at least 3-5 days prior to the deadline. The documents needed are the BL, commercial invoice, freight invoice and export declaration.
For a complete overview and link to submit your Liberia CTN, visit the full guide.
