Import guides for Egypt

Practical guides for importers moving cargo into Egypt — documents, ACI and Nafeza, costs, timing and classification. Written and reviewed by our customs team.

Documents

Required import documents

Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document and importer details — then the evidence your goods and customs regime require.

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Clearance

Customs clearance in Egypt: 2026 guide

Core documents, ACI timing, the examination flow and the most common causes of delay.

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ACI & Nafeza

ACI system guide

How ACI fits supplier coordination, ACID timing and Nafeza preparation.

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ACI & Nafeza

ACID number guide

What the ACID number is, who requests it, and how to avoid timing delays.

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Classification

HS code classification

How HS classification works for imports into Egypt, what supports it and where the risks are.

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Costs

Customs clearance cost

What drives clearance cost: duties, VAT, port charges, document issues and inspection.

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Timing

Customs clearance time

What decides clearance time: document readiness, ACI, inspection, payment and release.

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Costs

Egypt port fees

Port fee categories, customs-related costs and the factors behind your landed cost.

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Shipping

FCL vs LCL shipping

FCL or LCL into Egypt: timing, handling, cost drivers and customs implications.

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