Ivory Coast Freight Centrimex
Are you looking for a freight specialist in Ivory Coast ?
Do you need to import or export Ivorian products ? We offer comprehensive and sustainable management for the transport of your goods to and from Ivory Coast.
ROAD / AIR FREIGHT COLIMEX
It is one of the three largest producers and exporters of cashew nuts and a significant exporter of coffee, palm oil, and vegetable oil.
IMPORT-EXPORT CENTRIMEX
We do everything possible to ensure the best logistical efficiency for our clients, from stuffing to the final delivery of your goods.
Transport of Goods, Parcels, and Containers from Abidjan to Yamoussoukro
Our Colimex entity in Abidjan ensures efficient freight solutions across West Africa, particularly in Ivory Coast, for your products and goods.
Modes of Transport
- Maritime freight via the port of Abidjan.
- Air freight and consolidation available in Abidjan.
- Rail transport for domestic routes.
- Road transport suitable for long distances and last-mile delivery.
- Multimodal freight ideal for reducing costs and optimizing delivery times by combining various transport modes.
Personalized Support :
- Door-to-door service from the production zone to the delivery location.
- Special actions vessel or aircraft chartering for dangerous or oversized goods.
- Route optimization planning and implementation of the best transport route.
Packaging and labeling compliance with local regulations
The government oversees the fees and procedures for issuing Certificates of Conformity and Compliance for both local products and imported goods.
Ivory Coast, a member of UEMOA (West African Economic and Monetary Union), is exempt from taxes on trade with other member states, including : Benin, Burkina Faso, Guinea-Bissau, Mali, Niger, Senegal, and Togo.
Customs duties categories in Ivory Coast :
- Essential social goods: 0% (Category 0).
- Basic necessities and inputs: 5% (Category I).
- Intermediate products: 10% (Category II).
- Final consumer goods: 20% (Category III).
- Processed final goods: 35% (Category IV).
Customs Procedures in Ivory Coast
With customs license No. 3408, Colimex’s national branch in Ivory Coast manages all customs-related steps for export, import, or transit, regardless of transport mode for your goods, parcels, and pallets.
Customs Duties and Taxes
in Côte d’Ivoire
Customs duties and import taxes vary significantly depending on the products involved. For detailed information, the Ivorian Customs provide comprehensive procedures and applicable rates on their official website.
You can also request a precise quotation from us before shipping.
Customs Clearance
For importing goods to Ivory Coast
Professionals importing goods to Ivory Coast must provide the following essential documents :
- Import declaration to be completed via the Single window for external trade.
- Commercial invoice issued before goods arrive, specifying CIF value, sales conditions, product descriptions, transport details, exporter and consignee names, and package details.
- Certificate of origin two copies required.
- Pro forma invoice six copies (also required for exports).
- Webb Fontaine Inspection Certificate.
- Packing List : To expedite clearance.
- Advance Import Declaration : Mandatory for imports exceeding 478,000 CFA francs, submitted digitally.
For Transit Through Ivory Coast
A detailed list of required documents for transit operations are available on the Government of Ivory Coast website.
We provides all necessary guidance for seamless transit operations, including border crossing, handling, packaging, and depot processes.
For Exporting Goods from Ivory Coast
Like many West African countries, Ivory Coast facilitates the liberalization of trade. However, there are a few special regimes in place. These apply to products under the Prior Authorization Regime, such as minerals and precious metals.
Furthermore, to protect wildlife and flora, there is a restricted list of products for which exportation is prohibited :
- Raw ivory, to protect elephants from poaching.
- Certain types of raw timber, including Aboudikrou, Mahogany, Avodire, Bosse, Sipo, Dibetou, Ipoko, Malcore, Tiama, Kondroui, Vene wood, as well as logs.
- Ferrous products, such as scrap metal, cast iron, and ferrous by-products.
Comprehensive Freight Services
The Colimex team ensures smooth transport of goods to and from Ivory Coast. Our Abidjan office provides proximity and expertise for all logistical operations and customs procedures.
Your Colimex Contact in Abidjan
COLIMEX IVORY
ABIDJAN
Bd de Marseille-Bietry-Zone 4
3e étage
Immeuble derrière station Shell
16 BP 1448 Abidjan 16
(+225) 21 22 18 38
cotedivoire@colimexafrique.com