Senegal BSC Certificate

Senegal BSC — What It Is and Why It’s Required

All shipments destined for Dakar, Senegal must have a BSC (Bordereau de Suivi de Cargaison) — a cargo tracking certificate that must be validated and have its number shown on the Bill of Lading before the vessel departs the port of loading.

Dakar is one of West Africa’s most important port cities, serving as a regional hub for both direct imports and transit cargo heading inland to Mali, Guinea, and other landlocked markets. The BSC requirement is part of Senegal’s system for maintaining proper documentation of all incoming cargo.

What the BSC Contains

The BSC is a digital certificate issued per Bill of Lading. It records:

• Cargo type, description, and quantity
• Shipper and consignee information (including contact details)
• Port of loading and discharge
• Vessel and voyage details
• Container information
• Freight and cargo value

Each B/L requires its own BSC number — you cannot apply one BSC across multiple Bills of Lading.

Required Documents for Senegal BSC

To process a Senegal BSC, you’ll need to provide:

• Bill of Lading — draft copy is accepted for the initial application
• Commercial Invoice — showing the accurate cargo value
• Freight Invoice — if freight charges are not included in the commercial invoice
• Importer’s email address and telephone number

All documents should be submitted as clear PDF copies.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel the BSC application at any point during the process. However, it’s best to only apply once you’re confident the shipment is confirmed and all document details are accurate.

What Products Are Prohibited From Import Into Senegal?

The following goods cannot be imported into Senegal:

• Animals and animal by-products from areas affected by epizootic diseases
• Plants from areas affected by epiphytic diseases
• Certain distilled and spirituous beverages
• Pornographic materials and gambling machines

We do not issue BSC certificates for any illegal goods or equipment.

Staying Current on Senegal Requirements

Cargo regulations do change. If you have a regular Senegal shipping lane and want to make sure you’re working with the latest requirements — particularly around documentation, importer details, or specific cargo types — reach out to our team for a current status check.

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