Kenya enforces mandatory Advance Cargo Declaration for container imports

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Kenya has enforced a mandatory Advance Cargo Declaration (ACD) requirement for containerized imports starting from September 1, 2026, following an introduction by the Kenya Revenue Authority in August. Non-compliance may result in shipment delays or reallocation to another vessel, with carriers warning importers accordingly.

Kenya is enforcing its Advance Cargo Declaration (ACD) requirement for containerized imports, with carriers warning that non-compliant shipments could face delays or be rolled to another vessel. The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) introduced the requirement from 3 August 2026. Strict compliance has been enforced since 1 September, according to a CMA CGM customer advisory. The […] The post Kenya enforces mandatory Advance Cargo Declaration for container imports appeared first on Container News.