The 4 Most Important Facts About Sierra Leone ENS, BSC 2021

Sierra Leone requires BSC (Bordereau de Suivi des Cargaisons) or ENS for maritime imports. Here are four critical points for shippers.

1. Mandatory before arrival: The BSC must be validated before the vessel arrives at Freetown. Late applications face fines and cargo detention.

2. Documents required: Commercial Invoice, Bill of Lading, Freight Invoice, Packing List. All details must be consistent.

3. Transit cargo: Shipments transiting through Sierra Leone may also require BSC. Verify with your forwarder.

4. Penalties: Shipping without BSC results in significant fines (often double the certificate cost), demurrage, and clearance delays. GetCTN processes Sierra Leone BSC within 24-48 hours.