The Madagascar BSC is required for all ocean and air shipments destined for Madagascar. 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 BSC and provide it to the importer.
Validation Deadline
The BSC Certificate must be validated prior to vessel arrival in the discharge port.
Key Information
- Both the shipper and consignee must register on the Madagascar Site before a draft can be issued
- In Transit: Madagascar does not require the BSC if the shipment is in transit to a neighboring country.
In transit refers to a shipment that discharges in one country and its final destination is in another country.
Required Documents
- Bill of Lading
- Commercial Invoice
- Packing List
- Export Declaration or Customs Declaration
Application Process
Application Process Overview
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 a BSC certificate is the process in which the certificate moves from a draft copy to a final copy. In order to begin validation two 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.
- Payment: The invoice must be paid before validation can begin.
Once these two steps are complete, AfricaCTN will release the final validated BSC certificate ready for customs clearance.
Timeline
CNCA Timeline Breakdown
| 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 | 3-7 business days |
Special Cases & Regulations
- Madagascar has extremely strict document requirements and it is imperative that your shipping documents are compliant with these regulations or it will cause delays in the validation process.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How long does it take for a Madagascar BSC certificate to be validated?
Once the draft copy is approved and the invoice is paid, it will take 3-7 business days for Madagascar authorities to release the final validation.