ECTN/URN is a compulsory document for all shipments to BURKINA FASO
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Every importer in Burkina Faso must obtain an Etiquette de Cote (ECTN) prior to shipping their products into the country. The ECTN is a document that certifies that the products being shipped have been inspected and meet all the necessary requirements for importation. To obtain an ECTN, the importer must first submit a request to the Directorate General of Customs.
This request must include:
• A copy of the commercial invoice
• A copy of the bill of lading or airway bill
• A description of the products being shipped
• The value of the shipment
• The HS code of the products Once the request is received, the Directorate General of Customs will issue a provisional ECTN. This provisional ECTN is valid for 10 days and allows the importer to make changes to the request if necessary. Once the 10 days have passed, the Directorate General of Customs will issue the final ECTN. This ECTN is valid for 6 months and must be presented to the customs authority at the port of entry when the shipment arrives.
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Who needs an ECTN for Burkina Faso?
Any company or individual that is exporting goods from Burkina Faso is required to obtain an ECTN.
How do I get an ECTN for Burkina Faso?
Your company will need to apply for an ECTN through the Burkinabe Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
What information do I need to provide to get an ECTN for Burkina Faso?
When applying for an ECTN, you will need to provide the following information:
• The name and address of your company
• A description of the goods being exported
• The value of the goods being exported
• The destination of the goods - The date of export.
- Bill of Lading
- Commercial Invoice
- Freight Invoice (required if the freight amount is not specified on commercial invoice)
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