Advance Cargo Declaration (ACD) – Electronic Cargo Tracking Note (ECTN)
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All maritime shipments with final destination the Sudan shall be regularized by an Advance Cargo Declaration (ACD). Generally called Electronic Cargo Tracking Note (ECTN).
ACD/ECTN certificate is a necessary document required for formalities at destination. Each B/L must be accompanied by an Electronic Cargo Tracking Note.
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See all FAQThe ACD — also called ECTN — is a mandatory pre-shipment document required by several African authorities. It provides essential cargo details before arrival, helping customs clear and monitor the shipment.
Without it, containers may incur delays or penalties at destination.
Yes. All cargo discharged in Sudan requires a valid ACD Certificate.
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The ACD Certificate must be arranged by the party managing the shipment—typically the freight forwarder, acting as coordinator between exporter and carrier. It is their duty to ensure every cargo type has a valid ACD number before departure.
Yes. All shipments to Sudan must show the ACD Reference Number on the Bill of Lading.
Yes. A draft BL is accepted for the ACD application, and the final BL must show the ACD number.
The ACD must be obtained before the cargo arrives in Sudan, ideally at least five days before vessel departure to allow for processing and compliance.
