SHIPPING TO SENEGAL

• 📅 Weekly Sailings from major U.S. ports

• 🛡️ Fully Licensed, Bonded & Insured

• 🧾 Full Customs Documentation Assistance

• 📍 Real-Time Tracking for Your Shipment

• 🚚 Door-to-Port Pickup Available Across the USA

• 💰Affordable Rates: Competitive pricing with no hidden fees.

• Whether it’s your first time or you’re a frequent exporter, our team guides you every step of the way.

Royal Shipping Lines is:

• ✅ FMC Licensed & Bonded

• ✅ A U.S.-based company

• ✅ Experienced with Copart, IAAI & Adesa vehicle auctions

• ✅ Compliant with Argentine Customs regulations

Let our team guide you through each step—from pickup to port clearance.

• Dakar

• Ziguinchor

• 🛳️ 30 -35 days depending on departure port and shipping method

📦 Container Shipping

Perfect for non-running, high-value, or multiple vehicles. Available in 20ft or 40ft containers. Shared container options available to reduce cost.

Royal Shipping Lines helps you gather and complete all necessary documentation:

• ✅ Original vehicle title (clear of liens)

• ✅ Bill of sale or invoice

• ✅ Valid passport or ID

• ✅ Foreign TAX ID (NIF) for consignee

Senegal Prohibited & Restricted Imports – Updated 2024

As of May 6, 2024, Senegal enforces strict import bans and restrictions to protect public health, safety, and national security. Importers must comply with these rules to avoid seizure, fines, or legal action.

❌ Prohibited Imports

The following goods cannot be imported into Senegal under any circumstances:

• 🐓 Uncooked Poultry Products – Ban in place since the late 2000s, even though not officially reported to the WTO.

• 💊 Narcotics & Hallucinogenic Drugs – Except for those medically authorized by the Ministry of Health.

• 🔫 Munitions & War Ammunition – Except licensed collectors’ items.

• 📚 Pornographic Publications – All forms of obscene or explicit content are prohibited.

⚠ Import Compliance Tip

Failure to comply with Senegal’s prohibited and restricted goods regulations can result in cargo confiscation, penalties, and possible prosecution. Always confirm product eligibility with Senegal Customs before shipping.

Senegal Vehicle Import Restrictions – Updated Regulations

If you’re planning to import a used vehicle into Senegal, you must comply with the country’s strict age and type restrictions to avoid fines, rejection at customs, or seizure of your shipment.

❌ Banned Vehicle Categories

The following used vehicles cannot be imported into Senegal unless exempted by law:

• 🚘 Private Cars – More than 8 years old from the date of manufacture.

• 🚚 Commercial Vehicles – Fully loaded weight under 3.5 tons and over 8 years old.

• 🚌 Passenger Vehicles – With 7 or more seats and over 8 years old.

• 🚛 Heavy Goods Vehicles – Fully loaded weight over 3.5 tons and more than 10 years old.

• 🏍 Used Cycles & Mopeds – With engine capacity ≤ 50cc.

✅ Exemptions Allowed

No exemptions apply except in the following cases:

1. Returning Senegalese Officials Abroad – Private vehicles over 8 years old may be imported if owned by Senegalese officials returning home from overseas.

2. Transit Shipments – Vehicles discharged in Senegal but destined for another country (e.g., Mali, Gambia).