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BESC

Apply for Cameroon

Also known as: BESC

Description

A BESC (Bordereau Électronique de Suivi de Cargaisons) certificate is required for all shipments going to Cameroon.

Required Documents

  • Bill of Lading (BL)Required
  • Commercial InvoiceRequired
  • Freight InvoiceOptional

    Required when: The freight amount is not included in the commercial invoice.

  • Fimex FileOptional

    Required when: Roll-on/Roll-off (ro-ro) vehicle shipments to Cameroon

Important Notes

  • Household goods without a commercial invoice will require both a packing list and export declaration.
  • All BESCs must be validated 48 hours before the vessel arrives at destination.
  • Commercial invoices must contain the name and address of the shipper and consignee, an invoice number and unit prices of the cargo.