Last updated: March 2026

Mandatory ACD Certificate Documents Update

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Dear Valued Business Partner,

Please be advised that the Sudan Ports Corporation has issued a further update regarding the documentation required for Advance Cargo Declaration (ACD) applications for shipments destined for Sudan.

As per the latest update, the Packing List has been added as a mandatory document, in addition to the documents already required.

Sudan Ports Corporation notice — Packing List now mandatory for ACD applications

The complete set of documents required for ACD applications is now as follows:

Draft Bill of Lading
Commercial Invoice
Freight Invoice
Certificate of Origin
Packing List

Kindly note that ACD certification will be mandatory for all shipments to Sudan as of 1 January 2026. All parties are requested to ensure full compliance with the updated documentation requirements to avoid delays.

Thank you for your cooperation and continued partnership.

With more than 20 years of experience in the sector and a solution-oriented approach, “SCK Representation and Foreign Trade” is the only consultant and assistant for exporters to handle complicated processes including the Advance Cargo Declaration (ACD) for Sudan.

Sudan ACD — Current Document Requirements

This update reflects the most recent change to Sudan ACD documentation. The Packing List is now the fifth mandatory document required for all ACD applications. For the full compliance guide including deadlines, validation process, and who is responsible, see: Sudan ACD (ECTN) — Complete Compliance Guide.

Previous updates to Sudan ACD requirements: