The Burkina Faso ECTN is required for all ocean shipments destined for Burkina Faso, regardless of discharge port. It is obtained through AfricaCTN, a Global ECTN Provider.
For additional inquiries please contact us at info@africactn.com.
Getting Started
Responsibility
It is the responsibility of the shipper or freight forwarder to obtain the validated ECTN and provide it to the importer.
Validation Deadline
The ECTN Certificate must be validated prior to vessel arrival in the discharge port.
Key Information
- The ECTN Number must be noted on the bill of lading before validation can begin
In Transit Shipments
In transit refers to a shipment that discharges in one country and its final destination is in another country.
- Burkina Faso does not require an ECTN for in transit shipments
Common discharge ports for these shipments include:
- Tema
- Lome
- Cotonout
- Abidjan
Required Documents
- Bill of Lading
- Commercial Invoice
- Freight Invoice
Application Process
First, you must gather digital copies of the required documents as mentioned above. Then you can proceed with the application process:
- Submit: Send all the necessary documents to AfricaCTN via email or online
- Draft & Invoice: You will receive a draft copy of your ECTN and invoice
- Approve: Check and confirm all details on the draft ECTN
- Pay: Make payment of the invoice so validation can begin
- Final Validation: Receive your final validated ECTN ready for customs clearance
Validation & Approval Process
Validation of an ECTN certificate is the process in which the certificate moves from a draft copy to a final copy. In order to begin validation three things must happen:
- Approval: The customer must check and confirm all details on the draft copy, ensure they match the shipping documents provided and notify AfricaCTN that the draft has been approved.
- ECTN Number: The shipper must have the ECTN number mentioned int he goods description on the Bill of Lading
- Payment: The invoice must be paid before validation can begin.
Once these three steps are complete, AfricaCTN will release the final validated ECTN certificate ready for customs clearance.
Timeline
| Step of the Process | How Long it Takes |
|---|---|
| 1. Submit | Customer Action |
| 2. Draft & Invoice | 2-4 business hours |
| 3. Approve | Customer Action |
| 4. Pay | Customer Action |
| 5. Final Validation | 24-72 business hours |
Special Cases & Regulations
There are no special cases or regulations for Burkina Faso ECTN.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is it mandatory to mention the Burkina ECTN number on the bill of lading?
Yes, it is required to mention the Burkina ECTN number on the bill of lading before the ECTN is validated
Can I use the same ECTN number for multiple shipments?
No, each shipment must have its own ECTN and ECTN number