The Senegal ECTN / BESC is a mandatory electronic cargo tracking note for all ocean shipments with a final destination in Senegal. Shippers choose AfricaCTN because we deliver the Senegal BSC quickly, correctly, and with clear guidance every step. This prevents delays and penalties set by the Senegalese authorities for the importer or consignee at the destination port.
Obtaining an ECTN for Senegal
To get the Senegal ECTN Certificate you will need to gather the required documents:
- Bill of Lading
- Commercial Invoice
- Freight Invoice
Once you gather the required documents you will:
- Submit: Submit the mandatory documents to AfricaCTN
- Draft & Invoice: Receive the draft ECTN and invoice
- Approve: Check and confirm all details on the draft ECTN
- Pay: Make payment of the invoice so validation can begin
- Validation: Issuance of the validated ECTN waiver ready for customs clearance in Dakar
Why Shippers Choose AfricaCTN
- Reliable Global Support: You get direct access to an experienced team that responds quickly, ensuring smooth clearance in Dakar
- Transparent Timelines: Shippers know exactly what happens next, when validation will be complete and what the port authorities require
- Fast Drafts & Clear Communication: AfricaCTN issues most draft certificates in just a few hours, with quick responses from a real person so there is no guesswork
- 99% Accuracy: AfricaCTN has 99% accuracy across all ECTNs issued for all destination countries
- Hassle-Free: AfricaCTN makes the entire ECTN application process fast and hassle-free making your job easier
Key Information for Senegal BSC / ECTN
- Alternate Names: Depending on the destination country, the ECTN can also be called FERI, BSC, BESC (bordereau électronique de suivi de cargaison), waiver certificate, CNCA, ARCCLA, CTN Certificate, ENS, BIETC
- Responsibility: The shipper or freight forwarder is responsible for obtaining the ECTN at the loading port
- Timeline: The Senegal ECTN must be validated prior to vessel arrival. Please apply at least one week in advance to ensure there is enough time for the customs authorities to release the final validation
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What African countries require the ECTN?
Angola, Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Djibouti, Guinea Bissau, Ivory Coast, Liberia, Madagascar, Mali, Niger, Republic of Congo, Republic of Guinea, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Togo, Yemen
What is the main port in Senegal?
Dakar is the main port in Senegal
What are ECTN and BESC?
- ECTN: Electronic cargo tracking note
- BESC: Bordereau électronique de suivi de cargaison
Why is the ECTN certificate so important?
The ECTN is a mandatory document for 25+ African countries. Without it, your shipment will face fines, delays in severe cases, confiscation of goods
How do I apply for a certificate to Senegal if I have an LCL shipment?
Senegal requires the MBL to validate the BESC / ECTN. So typically, the shipper or consolidator will request an ECTN for the entire container. If they do not, then you will need to request the MBL from them to obtain a validated ECTN certificate.
