Nigeria and Ghana have both tightened vehicle import rules: the ECTN (Electronic Cargo Tracking Note) now applies to nearly all vehicle imports, and missing or mismatched documents attract port penalties.
Three practical impacts: document preparation takes longer — the ECTN must be filed before loading, with a draft typically submitted 10–15 days ahead; chassis numbers and container numbers must match the bill of lading exactly, since a single wrong character can trigger rejection; and clearance costs are rising, so build compliance into your pricing.
Our process has been updated accordingly: every export order now includes ECTN/FERI/ARCCLA support, our documentation team verifies all details before booking, and full clearance documents are scanned and delivered within 48 hours of loading.
For West African destinations we recommend allowing at least three weeks end to end. Contact us to confirm the latest requirements for your port.