Importing from China to Egypt: an overview of the steps
An overview of the main steps, from the Importers Register and product requirements to ACI pre-registration and customs clearance.
Contents
- Make sure the importing entity is on the GOEIC Importers Register and has the digital signature needed for Nafeza.
- Find the product's HS code and check whether it is on the Decree 43 list or needs a specific NTRA, EDA or NFSA approval.
- Verify the Chinese supplier (business licence, unified social credit code, factory registration status) and sign a contract that fixes item, specification, quantity, Incoterm and inspection terms.
- The Chinese exporter registers and verifies a CargoX account and sends its company details to the importer.
- The importer files the ACI on Nafeza, receives the ACID number and sends it to the exporter and forwarder.
- The exporter puts the ACID on the bill of lading and uploads the bill copy, packing list, invoice, structured invoice and certificate of origin through CargoX.
- When the goods arrive at the Egyptian port, the importer or a broker holding a power of attorney handles declaration, inspection and release.
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
- The basic idea of Egyptian import tariffs
- How to verify a Chinese supplier
- Common mistakes when importing from China to Egypt
Sources
- GOEIC · Importers Register e-service (Law 121/1982 as amended) · goeic.gov.eg
- Nafeza · ACI pre-registration steps (Arabic) · nafeza.gov.eg
- CargoX help · documents required for Egypt ACI · cargox.help
- Egyptian Customs Authority · ACI frequently asked questions (PDF) · customs.gov.eg
- GOEIC · Ministerial Decree 43/2016 (factory registration list) · goeic.gov.eg
Note
This is an overview, not legal advice; the latest rules of the Egyptian authorities prevail.
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