The Sudan Advance Cargo Declaration (ACD) — also known as the CTN, BSC, or BESC in some markets — is a mandatory pre-arrival cargo declaration required for all shipments entering Sudan. Sudan Customs Authority confirmed nationwide implementation of the ACD system effective January 2026. Every shipment to Sudan must have a valid ACD number inserted in the original Bill of Lading before loading can take place.
LogiStat is a dedicated Sudan ACD certificate service provider. We handle the full ACD process — from data preparation and technical validation through to certificate issuance — for exporters, freight forwarders, shipping lines, and NGOs moving cargo to Sudan.
Sudan ACD Requirements — What You Must Declare
- Booking confirmation number
- HS Code (mandatory — must be accurate)
- Container type and count
- Shipper and consignee details
- Port of loading and port of discharge
- Cargo description, weight (kg), and CBM
- Bill of Lading number
- Incoterms and freight invoice details
Missing or incorrect fields will prevent ACD number issuance. All data must pass technical validation and Sudan Customs risk analysis before the ACD number is released.
Sudan ACD Requirements
Pre-arrival cargo declarations for all shipments entering Sudan — mandatory from January 2026. LogiStat handles the full process for you.
ACD Sudan Overview
The Sudan Customs Authority confirmed the nationwide implementation of the Advance Cargo Declaration (ACD) system mandatory for all Sudan ports as of January 1st, 2026. It may also be referred to as CTN, BSC, or BESC.
ACD Sudan is a pre-arrival requirement for import shipments. It ensures that essential shipment details are shared before cargo is loaded at the port of origin, so carriers and authorities can review the information in advance.
This page gives you a starting point and links to the sections that explain each part of the ACD Sudan requirement in detail.
What ACD Sudan Does
ACD Sudan ensures that shipment information is available before the vessel leaves the port of loading. By sharing this information early, all parties can verify that the ACD details match what will be used later in Sudan’s import process — reducing errors, delays, and amendment costs.
Key Roles of ACD Sudan
- Provides early visibility of shipment details before arrival
- Reduces the risk of mismatched data at Sudanese ports
- Helps carriers confirm all required information is present
- Supports smoother, faster handling at Sudan ports
Who Typically Handles ACD Sudan Information
ACD Sudan can be managed by different parties, depending on how the shipment is arranged. The responsibility usually follows whoever is in charge of sharing shipment data before loading.
Confirm that the information submitted abroad reflects how the cargo will be received in Sudan — ensuring ACD data and local import records match.
Coordinate shipment details between all parties and pass on the information needed to complete the ACD Sudan entry accurately.
Provide shipment data and commercial details from the country of origin — the primary source of information for the ACD entry.
Ensure the ACD Certificate reference number is correctly included in the final bill of lading and shipping manifest.
Learn More About Each Part of ACD Sudan
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A clear explanation of the purpose and scope of the ACD requirement.
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An outline of the main steps involved in completing an ACD Sudan entry.
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A list of the details normally needed to prepare an ACD Sudan entry.
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An overview of available processing options and timelines.
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