The Senegalese customs system
Senegal uses the GAINDE system (Automated Management of Customs Information and Exchanges) for all customs clearance operations.
Required documents
For import
1. Customs declaration (D6 form)
2. Commercial invoice
3. Bill of lading or AWB
4. Packing list
5. Certificate of origin (if applicable)
6. Specific certificates (phytosanitary, etc.)
For export
1. Export declaration
2. Commercial invoice
3. Certificates required by destination country
Customs regimes
Release for consumption
Standard regime for goods destined for the local market.
Temporary admission
For temporarily imported equipment (construction sites, events).
Bonded warehouse
Storage without duty payment until release for consumption.
Transit
Passage of goods to a third country (Mali, etc.).
Average timelines
| Operation type | Average time |
|----------------|--------------|
| Standard import | 3-5 days |
| Export | 1-2 days |
| Transit | 2-3 days |
Optimization with NSG
NSG has a dedicated customs clearance team with:
- Customs accreditation
- Established relationships with services
- Real-time tracking system
- Tax optimization advice