Sudan ACD Certificate Becomes Mandatory from January 2026

Sudanese port and customs authorities have officially confirmed that the Advance Cargo Declaration (ACD) certificate will be a mandatory requirement for all commercial cargo shipments destined for Sudan, effective January 1, 2026.

What This Means for Exporters

Any exporter, freight forwarder, or logistics operator shipping goods to Sudan must obtain a validated ACD certificate before the vessel arrives at Port Sudan. Shipments without a valid ACD number risk clearance delays, additional inspections, and potential penalties.

Who Is Affected?

• →Exporters shipping commercial goods to Sudan
• →Freight forwarders managing Sudan-bound shipments
• →Trading companies supplying Sudanese importers
• →Shipping agents arranging Port Sudan deliveries

How to Prepare

•Start early — initiate the ACD process as soon as the Bill of Lading draft is available

•Gather your documents — Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Freight Invoice, Certificate of Origin, and Packing List

•Work with a specialist — Sudan ACD has specific procedural requirements that benefit from focused handling

Contact us via WhatsApp to start your ACD application today and ensure your shipments remain compliant.