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BESC/BSC

Bordereau Electronique de Suivi des Cargaisons

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All maritime shipments with final destination Mali shall be regularized by a Bordereau Electronique de Suivi des Cargaisons. Generally called BESC o BSC.

BESC/BSC certificate is a necessary document as from 29/01/2015 requested by circular N°05-341/P-RM of 25/07/2005 – Presidential Decree N°8-3718/MET-MF MEIC-S6 of 31/12/2008. Each B/L must be accompanied by a Bordereau Electronique de Suivi des Cargaisons.

Ports

Abidjan

Conakry

Dakar

Lomé

Nouakchott

San Pedro

Documents
  • Bill of Lading – B/L
  • Commercial Invoice
  • Sea Freight invoice if commercial invoice is FOB or EXW
Procedure
  • Collect all mandatory documents
  • Submit your request on-line or by e-mail
  • Wait for our invoice and draft BESC
  • Check/confirm the draft and proceed with payment
  • Wait for the validated BESC certificate
Additional information to be communicated
  • Commercial invoice:
    • Incoterm
    • HS Code
    • Country of Origin
    • Currency
    • Breakdown of values in EUR/USD
  • Shipment Tracking:
    • ETD
    • ETA
  • Freight:
    • Prepaid
    • Collect
    • Service
    • Charter Party

FAQ


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Do I have to emit the waiver relative to the country of destination or POD?

Your BSC must be relative to the country of final destination, in this case Mali. For example, if the POD is Dakar (Senegal) but your goods are destined in Mali, you should apply for a BSC – Mali.

Are there restioctions on the types of goods that can be imported?

No, at the moment there are no resctions on imports. However, if this was to change we would let you know in advance.

When should I apply for the BSC? What is the procedure?

You should apply before/atm of loading as per procedure.

Is it mandatory to insert the BSC number on the BL?

It is not mandatory but highly recommended.

Can I amend my BESC certificate after validation?

Yes, you need to present the amended documents (i.e If the gross weight changes it has to present the new value on the BL).