The Djibouti Ports and Free Zone Authority applies the ECTN procedure for shipments going to or leaving Djibouti ports.

Therefore, as of June 15, 2023, it is mandatory to obtain it from the loading port by the sender, receiver or forwarder. At the same time, the ECTN number must be written on the bill of lading.

Shipments arriving without a certificate are subject to a penalty fee at the relevant country port.

The required documents are as follows:

Bill of Lading

Commercial Invoice

Freight Invoice