Trading Across Borders in Benin

These tables list the procedures necessary to import and exports a standardized cargo of goods in Benin. The documents required to export and import the goods are also shown.

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 Nature of Export ProceduresDuration (days)US$ Cost
Documents preparation15124
Customs clearance and technical control5225
Ports and terminal handling6582
Inland transportation and handling4320
Totals:301251
 Nature of Import ProceduresDuration (days)US$ Cost
Documents preparation20248
Customs clearance and technical control4250
Ports and terminal handling5320
Inland transportation and handling3582
Totals:321400
 Export documents Import documents
Bill of ladingBill of lading
Certificate of originCertificate of origin
Commercial invoiceCommercial invoice
Customs export declaration (DAE)Customs clearance document
Domiciliacion de vente a la banqueCustoms import declaration
Packing listPhytosanitary certificate
Technical standard/health certificatePacking list