The FERI Certificate is the mandatory ECTN / BESC for the importation of goods into Democratic Republic of Congo, it is filed with AfricaCTN the authorized agent. You need these mandatory documents bill of lading, commercial invoice, freight invoice, FXI number and the shipper’s subscription number to obtain a FERI certificate.
FERI stands for (fiche electronique de renseignement à l’importation), it is required for air and sea freight shipments with a final destination in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Including shipments discharging in Matadi, Kinsasha, Boma, Dar es Salaam or Mombasa.
Some alternate names for the FERI are found in other African countries such as BIETC, BSC, CTN, ECTN certificate, waiver document, cargo tracking note, or waiver certificate.
How to Get the Democratic Republic of the Congo FERI
Complete the following steps to obtain a FERI Certificate:
- Submit the required documents to AfricaCTN
- Receive the draft FERI and invoice
- Approve the draft FERI
- Pay the invoice
- Receive the final validated FERI Certificate and FERI number
The required documents when shipping to DR Congo are the bill of lading or airway bill, commercial invoice, freight invoice, FXI number (found on the GICHE document) and the shipper’s subscription number. If your shipment is discharging in Dar es Salaam or Mombasa, you will also need the Certificate of Destination (attestation de destination)
Who is Responsible for DR Congo FERI
It is the responsibility of the shipper of freight forwarder to complete the issuance of the DRC FERI certificate. AfricaCTN is the authorized agent to issue the FERI certificate for all loading ports.
Without the necessary documents and a completed FERI through OGEFREM the consignee will face fines, delays and trouble with customs clearance.
Summary
The DR Congo FERI is required for all air and ocean freight importing into Democratic Republic of the Congo. Without it your shipment will face fines and delays at the destination port.
You will need the BL, commercial invoice, freight invoice, FXI number and the shipper’s subscription number to complete the validation of a FERI Certificate.
To access the application form and request your DR Congo FERI with AfricaCTN check out the full guide.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is on the Democratic Republic of Congo FERI Certificate?
Each FERI and FERI number is tied to the specific Bill of Lading, vessel, freight cost, incoterm, customs declaration freight value, import license, packing list and validation for one shipment only.
Where can I apply for a FERI Certificate?
FERI applications for global loading ports can be completed through the authorized agent AfricaCTN.
Can I use the same FERI number for various shipments?
No, each FERI number is unique to one bill of lading
What is the difference between FERI and ECTN certificates?
There is no difference, different African countries call the ECTN by different names. They all refer to the same mandatory waiver certificate.
What documents are required to obtain a FERI certificate?
The bill of lading, commercial invoice, freight invoice, FXI number and the shipper’s subscription number are required to obtain a FERI certificate.
