CTN – Somalia (Cargo Tracking Note / Bordereau de Suivi de Cargaison)
📄 Document type
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Mandatory certificate for all cargo with destination Somalia.
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This must be processed before boarding and the assigned number must appear on the BL (Bill of Lading).
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⚠️ Somalia is a coastal country; The CTN is mandatory for goods arriving at ports such as Mogadishu, Berbera or Kismayo.
👤 Who should process it?
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Exporter or its authorized agent/freight forwarder.
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Information supplied by the exporter and importer in Somalia.
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✔️ The responsibility for issuing the Waiver lies with the Shipper.
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✔️ It is recommended to issue at source.
📑 Required documents
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Bill of Lading (B/L) – draft and final
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Commercial invoice (with currency and country of origin)
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Packing List
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Freight invoice (if not included in the commercial invoice)
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Customs export document (DUA or equivalent)
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Certificate of origin (if applicable)
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Full details of the importer (commercial registry / NIF)
🕒 Deadlines
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Must be managed before the ship leaves.
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Can be validated with BL DRAFT.
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It is recommended to validate the Waiver at least 10 days before arrival at the port of destination.
❗ Consequences of not processing it
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Charge detention or blocking in Somali ports
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Fines and penalties from port and customs authorities
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Significant delays in dispatch and delivery
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Risk of rejection or immobilization of the goods
✅ Regulations and operational rules
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It is mandatory to add the CTN number to the BL (provided when validating the Waiver).
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It is recommended to validate the Waiver 10 days before the vessel’s arrival to avoid fines or surcharges.
