Madagascar BSC Required Documents

Last Updated: March 11, 2026

To apply for a Madagascar BSC Certificate, you must submit a standard set of documents that provide key shipment details such as the parties involved, goods details and value.

Incomplete or incorrect documents can cause delays, fines or issues at the discharge port. This guide outlines each required document, what it includes, and important notes.

IMPORTANT: Madagascar has extremely strict document requirements. It is common for the port authorities to request changes to the supporting documents before they will validate the certificate.

Bill of Lading

What It Is:

A document issued by the carrier or shipping line, confirming the shipment details and voyage information.

What We Need From It:

  • Shipper and consignee
  • Notify party
  • Vessel and voyage
  • Port of loading & discharge
  • Container numbers & seal numbers
  • Description of goods

Important Notes:

  • Draft bill of lading is acceptable

Commercial Invoice

What It Is:

A document showing the value of the goods being shipped.

What We Need From It:

  • Goods value
  • Currency
  • Incoterm

Important Notes:

  • Must match the goods mentioned on the bill of lading

Packing List

What It Is:

A detailed shipping document listing the weight, dimensions and packing details of a shipment.

What We Need From It:

  • Weight
  • Dimensions
  • Packing details
  • Reference number

Important Notes:

  • Information must match what is mentioned on the commercial invoice

Customs Declaration or Export Declaration

What It Is:

An official document filed with customs in the country of export

What We Need From It:

  • HS codes
  • Declared value
  • Reference number

Important Notes:

  • Statistical value on export declaration must match the commercial invoice
  • Weight on export declaration must match the BL