Yemen ACD: Advanced Cargo Declaration

Yemen ACD

The Yemen Ministry of Transport has announced the implementation of the ACD procedure for all shipments destined for Yemeni ports. Starting January 1, 2025, shippers, exporters, or freight forwarders must obtain the ACD number at the port of loading.

This number is also required to be included on the bill of lading.

ACD/ECTN is a loading certificate issued based on the transportation documents mentioning the kind and quantity of the cargo, freight, and goods value and shipment details (container details, loading & discharge port and dates, etc.). CTN is issued for each Bill of Lading and has a unique number just for subject transportation / Bill of Lading; therefore, each Bill of Lading needs its own CTN certificate/number.

Why is ACD / Yemen ACD: Advanced Cargo Declaration Necessary for Yemen?

ACD or any other loading certificate does inform the port authorities regarding the arrival date of the cargo and quantity, allowing the authorities to prepare for the discharge operations in advance. ACD also prevents corruption by stating the actual price of the imported goods, and forwarding below mentioned transporting documents shortly after loading the cargo, assuring authorities all transportation documents are authentic and in order.

Why must you obtain a Yemen ACD Certificate for your Shipments?

The cargo will not be cleared at customs without a valid ACD certificate/number. Since cargo can not be cleared at customs until a valid ACD is presented, the demurrage fee will be in question in addition to a penalty fee at customs.

Which Documents are Necessary for ACD?

• Bill of Lading
• Commercial Invoice
• Freight Invoice

Points to Consider for Yemen Shipments

• All shipments into or out of Yemen require an ACD certificate. Without one your cargo may not be cleared from customs and may also result in a penalty fee.
• ACD certificate is issued based on the transportation documents submitted online, and a physical examination of the cargo will not be necessary.
• Validation of the certificate will take 2 to 3 days and is under the authorities’ initiative.

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