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Customs clearance at Tema Port
BJH Logistics handles customs clearance at Tema Port, Ghana's principal seaport, from document review and entry preparation through examination and release, for vehicles, general cargo and containerised cargo.
What is included
Customs clearance with BJH Logistics
- Document review
- Entry preparation
- Examination handling
- Release coordination for vehicles, general cargo and containerised cargo
Tema Port clearance
Cleared and delivered in 3–5 business days
Non-hazardous general cargo in 20ft and 40ft containers at Tema Port. The time runs from cargo arrival, provided the required documents are available and normal port and customs processes apply.
- Bill of entry (BOE) and documentation
- Customs examination
- Ghana Standards Authority requirements, where applicable
- Duty assessment based on HS code and cargo value
- Inland delivery arrangements
Commercial invoice
The declared commercial details and value of the goods.
Packing list
Package contents, quantities and packing arrangement.
Bill of lading with telex release
Shipment identification and cargo release processing.
Customs duty is charged at cost, based on the HS code and value of the goods. Shipping line and port terminal charges are also charged at cost in your quotation.
How we work
Five steps from enquiry to delivery
- 1
Consultation
We review the cargo type, route, quantities, dimensions, timing and any customs, storage, insurance or delivery needs.
- 2
Planning
We arrange the handling sequence around the freight mode, documents, customs, storage and delivery milestones.
- 3
Execution
We coordinate the cargo movement, handovers, documents and connected services.
- 4
Monitoring
We follow progress, respond to operational issues and keep you informed on timing and release points.
- 5
Delivery and follow-through
We complete final delivery and use your feedback to plan future movements.
Questions
Customs clearance: common questions
How long does customs clearance take at Tema Port?
For non-hazardous general cargo in 20ft and 40ft containers, clearance and delivery takes 3–5 business days after the cargo arrives, provided the documents are ready and normal port and customs processes apply.
Which documents do I need for clearance?
Usually the commercial invoice, packing list and bill of lading with telex release. Ghana Standards Authority requirements may also apply, depending on the cargo.
How are customs duty and port charges priced?
Customs duty is charged at cost and depends on the HS code and value of the goods. Shipping line and port terminal charges are also charged at cost in your quotation.
What do you need to give me a quote?
The cargo type and quantity, approximate dimensions, origin and destination, preferred timing, and any customs, storage, insurance or delivery support you need.
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FCL and LCL coordination, port support, documentation and delivery planning for cargo moving into and out of Ghana, including 20ft and 40ft container movements.
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Learn moreReady to move your cargo?
Tell us what you are shipping and we will come back with a quote. Prefer to talk? Call +233 59 841 5519 or message us on WhatsApp.