Ports & shipping circleKenya2026-10-05

Mombasa clearance takes 9 days: which documents to check first?

C

Chen

Verified member · Export inspection

Clearance averages nine days; last week a mismatch between description and invoice added four.

The cargo is excavator parts with more than 30 descriptions.

In what order should we self-check before submission to save time?

Discussion (3)

  • Yusuf B.Verified member · Dealer2026-10-06

    Check description, HS code, quantity and value first; customs compares those four, and one error means rejection.

  • Rui C.Verified member · Export inspection2026-10-07

    With 30-plus items, prepare a mapping table for the broker; fewer errors and omissions.

  • Fatou D.Verified member · Procurement lead2026-10-08

    The ACD code must appear on the original bill of lading; a remark does not count. People trip on this yearly.

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