Export Manifest Mandatory Requirements

Further to our earlier advisory(Export General Manifest (EGM) Implementation for cargo export from Mombasa, Kenya | Maersk) as directed by Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Customs, regarding Export General Manifest (EGM) implementation for cargo export from Mombasa, Kenya, we would like to support you with a guide on how to successfully submit your Export manifest and Customs requirements.

The information below, should be submitted to us at the shipping instructions stage: -

1. Export entry numbers – the correct entry number declaration is required for validation with Customs. For Kenya entries – The entry number to begin with 24MBA or 24NBO and not 2024MBA nor 2024NBO. Please ensure to declare correctly for seamless submission and validation in ICMS.
2. Part shipments where we have different consignees’ same container are currently not validating under ICMS and therefore we are unable to submit manifest for the same. We are working closely with the Customs team, and we will provide you with an update on the process to follow.
3. For shipments with motor vehicles, chassis and engine numbers declaration is mandatory.
4. Note that there is no provision for supplementary manifest for exports once initial manifest is submitted. We therefore request that you submit your shipping instructions not later than 24hrs to vessel ETD and correctly to avoid any inconveniences and omissions of your shipment details on the export manifest.
5. No manifest will be submitted for shipments that do not have shipping instructions. Maersk shall not be responsible for any penalties, fines, taxes and other similar costs or expenses arising due to failure to submit shipping instructions. It will be the sole responsibility of the customer and their nominated agent to handle and settle any penalties, fines, taxes and other similar costs or expenses directly with KRA.

Should you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to your Maersk Customer Experience representative. https://www.maersk.com/local-information

We look forward to your cooperation and thank you for the continued business support.