Compliance Notice – ECTN Requirement for Somalia 🇸🇴

In accordance with the directive issued by the Ministry of Ports and Marine Transport (Ref. No. XW/WDGB/89/09/2025), effective 14 October 2025, all containers destined for any port within the Federal Republic of Somalia must be accompanied by a valid ECTN certificate.

Reminder:

• The ECTN must be obtained before the shipment’s arrival, and the ECTN number must be clearly indicated on the Bill of Lading.
• Cargo without a valid ECTN will not be accepted for loading or discharge at Somali ports.

Thank you for your attention to this matter and your continued partnership.