Ethiopia uses ERCA (Ethiopian Revenue and Customs Authority) as its customs authority. Import declarations are filed through ERCA's electronic system. Ethiopia is landlocked and relies on Djibouti port for most sea cargo, with road transit from Djibouti to Addis Ababa.

Ethiopian Customs

  • ERCA (Ethiopian Revenue and Customs Authority) manages customs
  • Electronic customs declarations through ERCA system
  • 90% of Ethiopia's cargo transits through Djibouti Port
  • Addis Ababa Bole Airport for air cargo

Ethiopian Import Duty

Import Duty: 0–35%. VAT: 15% on CIF + duty. Excise Tax on luxury goods. Withholding Tax at import. Ethiopia has restrictions on foreign exchange and requires import permits for many categories. AfCFTA membership may reduce intra-African trade duties over time.

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Ethiopia is landlocked and uses Djibouti Port for approximately 90% of its sea cargo. Goods clear Djibouti customs in transit, then travel by road/rail to Addis Ababa for Ethiopian customs clearance.