Common mistakes when importing from China to Egypt
The most frequent problems with the ACID, matching documents, factory registration and specific approvals.
Contents
- Shipping before the ACID exists, or leaving it off the bill of lading: customs states such sea cargo is not unloaded.
- Invoice, packing list, bill of lading and Nafeza data that disagree, for example on description, quantity, weight or HS code.
- Merging several documents into one CargoX file, or uploading an original instead of a copy.
- A listed product whose factory or brand owner is not registered with GOEIC, or is registered under a name different from the exporter on the invoice.
- Telecom equipment without NTRA type approval and import permit, or medical devices shipped before the EDA permit is issued.
- Guessing the HS code from the trade name while ignoring material and use, and not verifying the supplier or its bank account.
Related documents
- Importers Register certificate
- ACI pre-registration and ACID number
- Chinese exporter's CargoX account
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Certificate of origin
- Decree 43 factory registration
- Product approvals (NTRA, EDA, NFSA)
- Customs power of attorney
Import guides
- Importing from China to Egypt: an overview of the steps
- The basic idea of Egyptian import tariffs
- How to verify a Chinese supplier
Sources
- Egyptian Customs Authority · ACI frequently asked questions (PDF) · customs.gov.eg
- CargoX help · documents required for Egypt ACI · cargox.help
- GOEIC · Ministerial Decree 43/2016 (factory registration list) · goeic.gov.eg
- MCIT · Type Approval · mcit.gov.eg
- EDA · guideline for import approvals of medical devices (PDF) · edaegypt.gov.eg
Note
This is an overview, not legal advice; the latest rules of the Egyptian authorities prevail.
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