Togo ECTN
Mandatory document for all ports in Togo.
Shipping your cargo to Togo? Then you need to know about the mandatory ECTN certificate – Electronic Cargo Tracking Note. Every cargo purchased from abroad and transported for commercial, business, diplomatic or personal purposes requires a Loading Certificate called ECTN.
Failing to present the ECTN document can result in severe consequences and a hefty fine. Don’t risk your shipment being delayed or charged twice the certificate cost plus the regulation charge’s. Get your ECTN now and enjoy a smooth and successful shipment to Togo!
What is Togo ECTN Certificate?
Most shipments leave Lome port (Togo) for transit to other nations. Therefore, even if the cargo is in transit to another location, the certificate is still required.
This viewpoint necessitates that you have both Togo and the ultimate destination certifications.The Togo Customs Officials decided to make it a law in 2000. Therefore, if your shipment has another final destination, please check the procedure.
Certificate Requirements
Which documents are required for Togo ECTN?
The following documents are mandatory for the Togo ECTN certificate.
- Bill of lading
- Commercial Invoice
- Customs Declaration
- Freight Invoice (it is not necessary if the commercial invoice includes the freight value)
To start the certification process, send PDF versions of the required documents to info@globalctn.com. For the issuance of ECTN certifications, hard copies are not required.
Please make sure you send the final documents that don’t require revisions. After the certificates have been validated, a penalty cost will be applied for revisions.
General FAQs
A Togo ECTN (Electronic Cargo Tracking Note) is a mandatory electronic document required for all shipments entering Togo. This document ensures that detailed information about the cargo is provided to the customs authorities before the shipment arrives, facilitating efficient and smooth customs clearance.
Each ECTN number is unique and limited to one shipment. Every cargo needs to get its own validated ECTN certificate.
No, all shipments to Togo are required to have an ECTN certificate regardless of the value of the cargo or the type of goods being transported.
- Register on the Platform:
- Visit the Global CTN website.
- Register an account or log in if you already have one.
- Prepare Required Documents:
- Ensure you have all necessary documents ready. These documents will be uploaded during the application process.
- Complete the Online Application:
- Fill out the application form on the Global CTN website with accurate information about your shipment.
- Upload the required documents.
- Submit the Application:
- Review all the information and documents you have provided.
- Submit your application for processing.
- Payment:
- Make the necessary payment for the ECTN. Payment instructions will be provided on the website.
- Receive the ECTN:
- Once the application is processed and approved, you will receive the ECTN.
- Ensure you print and attach the ECTN to your shipping documents.
If all required papers are submitted and coherent, the draft copy of the certificate will be issued within a day. Once we get your approval for the draft and the payment, the certificate will be sent in for validation. Usually, the verification clearance comes in a day. However, the procedure might take up to a week depending on the specific circumstances.
Unfortunately, the ECTN certificate for Togo cannot be altered in any way once it has been verified. At the destination customs, you will need to explain the reason for the change.
Yes, the Togo ECTN is mandatory for all types of cargo entering Togo, regardless of the mode of transport or the nature of the goods. This requirement ensures uniformity and efficiency in monitoring all cargo movements into the country.