AfricaShipping Heavy Equipment to Burkina Faso
Burkina Faso's growing gold mining industry drives demand for heavy equipment. As a landlocked nation, cargo transits through Ghana, Ivory Coast, or Togo.
Main Ports
- Via Port of Tema (Ghana)
- Via Port of Abidjan (Ivory Coast)
- Via Port of Lomé (Togo)
Shipping Methods
- Flat Rack Container
- Breakbulk
- RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off)
Key Regulations
- ABNORM Standards
- Transit Regulations
- Mining Equipment Permits
Common Cargo
- Mining Equipment
- Construction Machinery
- Agricultural Equipment
Main Ports in Burkina Faso
Via Port of Tema (Ghana)
Transit Route
Via Port of Abidjan (Ivory Coast)
Transit Route
Via Port of Lomé (Togo)
Transit Route
Shipping Routes & Transit Times to Burkina Faso
| From (US Port) | To | Service | Est. Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York / NJ | Tema (Ghana) / Abidjan, then Burkina Faso (overland) | Container + Inland | 28–40 days |
Transit times are indicative port-to-port estimates and vary by carrier, season, and sailing schedule.
U.S. Departure Ports for Shipping to Burkina Faso
We ship to Burkina Faso (Via Port of Tema (Ghana)) from every major U.S. port. Typical ocean transit is 28-40 days.
Gulf Coast
East Coast
Import Duty, VAT & Taxes for Burkina Faso
Burkina Faso is landlocked (WAEMU); cargo routes via Tema (Ghana), Abidjan, or Lomé and overland. The CET customs duty applies with 18% VAT and ECOWAS/statistical levies; ECTN and Euro 4 apply.
- Import Duty
- WAEMU CET (confirm by HS code)
- VAT / Sales Tax
- 18%
- Other Taxes & Fees
- ECOWAS levy + statistical tax; ECTN required
Source: Direction Générale des Douanes (Burkina Faso) · Last verified: June 2026
Import Regulations & Requirements
ABNORM Standards
Equipment must comply with Burkina Faso national standards agency requirements.
Transit Regulations
Compliance with transit country regulations (Ghana, Ivory Coast, Togo) is required.
Mining Equipment Permits
Mining equipment may require special permits from the Ministry of Mines.
Required Documentation
Customs & Clearance Notes for Burkina Faso
- Tema, Abidjan, and Lomé are the gateway ports with an overland leg to Ouagadougou.
- Left-hand-drive market.
Frequently Asked Questions
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