Somalia Trade Compliance

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Complete guide to Somalia import requirements, trade certificates, and customs procedures for 2025.

HIGH RISK⚠️ OFAC SANCTIONS

Country Code: SO

Risk Level: high

Trade Agreements: AfCFTA

UN arms embargo and targeted sanctions against individuals and entities threatening peace and stability.

Program: Somalia Sanctions

Last Updated: May 24, 2023

⚠️ Important: Enhanced due diligence required for all transactions. Consult legal counsel before proceeding.

Recent Updates & Changes

OFAC Somalia Sanctions continue with arms embargo

Humanitarian exemptions available for essential goods

Enhanced maritime security requirements

Key Requirements

Central Bank of Somalia foreign exchange approval

Ministry of Commerce and Industry import license

Somali National Standards and Quality Control Agency certification

Arms embargo compliance verification

Enhanced port security clearance procedures

Active Regulations

Central Bank ApprovalMinistry of Commerce LicenseStandards AuthorityPort Authority Clearance

Trade Facilitation

Single Window SystemNot Available

Customs ModernizationIn Progress

Trade Agreements:

AfCFTA

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