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Importing to Burkina Faso

IOR Africa: Your Importer of Record Experts in Burkina Faso

Taxes: 18%

Duties: 30%

Lead Time: 1 Week

Best carrier option: Freight Forwarder

  • Pre-and Post-Inspections May Be Required
Documents Required

Documents Requirements for Burkina Faso Customs:

  • Commercial Invoice

  • Packing List

  • Air WayBill

Common Challenges When Importing to Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso’s growing demand for IT, telecom, and dual-use equipment presents opportunities for international businesses. However, importing into the country involves strict compliance measures and operational hurdles that must be carefully managed to avoid delays and penalties.

1

Mandatory Pre-Shipment Inspections

Shipments exceeding a certain value must undergo pre-shipment inspection by COTECNA, an international verification service. Non-compliance can delay clearance and result in additional costs.

2

Dual-Use Goods Regulations

Tech equipment with dual-use applications requires special permits and licenses. Missing authorizations can cause shipments to be blocked at customs.

3

Customs and Compliance Complexity

Importers must navigate tariff classifications, customs duties, and documentation requirements. Errors in HS code classification or CIF valuation often trigger audits, penalties, or shipment holds

4

ECOWAS Trade Framework vs. Local Rules

While Burkina Faso benefits from ECOWAS trade integration, national-level customs procedures and approvals still apply. Balancing regional and local compliance can be challenging.

How to Overcome These Challenges

By working with IOR Africa, businesses can:

Manage pre-shipment inspections with COTECNA to ensure full adherence to trade compliance standards.

Provide accurate HS code classification and complete customs-clearance documentation requirements.

Obtain permits and licenses for dual-use goods imports with on-time clearance

Align ECOWAS trade benefits with Burkina Faso’s local customs requirements

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