Togo is one of the smallest and narrowest countries in Africa. However, its fertile land provides a wide range of crops that support the 30 ethnic groups and their 39 languages found within Togolese borders. In addition, Togo harvests some of the world's largest phosphate deposits, which is a mainstay of its export economy.
The development of e-commerce in Togo has been slowed by infrastructure issues. Nevertheless, FaceBook is the most used social media network by Togolese. And with French the official language of Togo, Canada is an ideal nation to help this country expand its e-commerce economy.
Easily compare the best and cheapest shipping options to Togo through a variety of carriers using Secureship
Secureship provides safe and affordable shipping from Canada to Togo. In case you are an everyday shopper or a business,
you can easily save up to 50% on your international shipping costs by way of accessing our group buying power.
Shipments through Secureship come with full, easy to read tracking information to Togo
Tracking #:780123123123
Tel: 1-800-463-3339
Signed By: Pikwalia @ Residence
Jun 2, 2023
8:49 am
Bassar , BA, TG
Delivered
Jun 1, 2023
7:18 am
Kpalime , KP, TG
In transit
May 31, 2023
9:03 pm
Atakpame , AT, TG
International Clearance
May 31, 2023
8:14 am
Sokode , SO, TG
In transit
May 31, 2023
12:17 am
Toronto, ON, CA
In transit
May 30, 2023
4:30 pm
Ottawa, ON, CA
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Disclaimer!
While we have made every effort to ensure that the information on this page is accurate, Customs laws and procedures change regularly so it is
important to consult a licensed broker in Togo before shipping any goods.
Types of Shipments
Not all types of shipments are created equal. Shipping a television will require different
paperwork, duties, and taxes than shipping an accounting statement, for example.
Here is a list of the most common types of shipments:
All gift shipments entering Togo, regardless of their value, will incur duties and taxes. There is no threshold or de minimis value below which no tax or duty fees are applied.
Shipments from Individual-to-Individual
A gift shipment from an individual in Canada to an individual in Togo will be liable to taxes and duties even if the shipment has a small value.
Shipments from Business-to-Business
Gift shipments from businesses in Canada to businesses in Togo will be taxed and have duties applied to them.
Shipments from Business-to-Individual
If a business in Canada ships a gift of any value to an individual in Togo, Togolese customs officials will levy duty and tax charges upon it.
Gift Checklist
A commercial invoice must be included with your shipment
The words 'Gift Shipment' or 'Unsolicited Gift' are included on the commercial invoice, even if the shipment is sent at Christmas time
(see sample)
List the items in the parcel and write the value of each
Sending more than one gift in the parcel? Wrap and tag each one individually.
Sample Commercial Invoice for Gifts
Ship To
Invoice
Galaktioni Tabidze 8 Gia Chanturia St. Tbilisi 0108 Togo
Phone: +995 32 299 86 67
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Personal Shipment / Gift Shipment
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 30 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Each
Gift Shipment: LEGO Star Wars Rebel UWing Fighter, 659 piece set
CA
$79.99
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Gifts Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $79.99
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Multiple Gifts in One Shipment
If your parcel contains multiple gifts, you should wrap and tag each one separately.
Sample Commercial Invoice for Gifts
Ship To
Invoice
Galaktioni Tabidze 8 Gia Chanturia St. Tbilisi 0108 Togo
Phone: +995 32 299 86 67
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Unsolicited Gift: Consolidated Gift Package
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 30 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Each
Gift - Roger: LEGO Star Wars Rebel UWing Fighter, 659 piece set
CA
$39.99
1 Each
Gift - Erica: Handwoven French Canadian Catalogne Blanket
CA
$49.99
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Gifts Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $89.98
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
At this time, there is very limited information available concerning the tax and duty status on goods shipped to Togo from Canada particularly as it pertains to moving to Togo permanently.
Moving Temporarily
Students
There is no information available at this time concerning students moving to Togo for the purposes of studying there.
Non-students
Non-students who stay temporarily in Togo may ship their personal effects exempt from duties and taxes as long as they stay in the country no more than 1 year. Also, the items must be in the same condition upon exiting as they were when they entered.
NOTE:
The goods must have an acquit-à-caution (a document allowing the goods to circulate in Togo duty-free.
Your shipment must not contain any prohibited items.
Moving Permanently
There is no information available at this time regarding moving permanently to Togo with one's personal effects.
Personal Effects Checklist
A commercial invoice must be included with your shipment
Commercial invoice must clearly indicate 'Personal Effects' (see sample)
Sample Commercial Invoice for Food, Chocolate, Candies
Ship To
Invoice
Galaktioni Tabidze 8 Gia Chanturia St. Tbilisi 0108 Togo
Phone: +995 32 299 86 67
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Food Shipment - Assorted chocolate bars in their original manufacturer's packaging
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 30 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Box
Nestle Chocolate Bars in original packaging expiring May 2021 (shelf life of 6 months or longer)
CA
$20.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Permanent / Sold Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $20.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Samples
Sources:
Commercial samples shipped to Togo from Canada may enter the country exempt from duty charges provided the items are of limited value.
Samples displayed at trade fairs, meetings, or exhibitions are also allowed a duty exemption when entering Togo as long as they are re-exported to Canada within 1 year of their arrival in Togo.
Commercial Sample Checklist
A Commercial Invoice must be included with your shipment
Clearly indicate 'Commercial Samples' on the commercial invoice in the General Description & Detailed Description of Goods (see sample)
The item shipped has tearing, perforation, slashing, defacing, or has permanent marking clearing indicating the item as commercial sample
Sample Commercial Invoice for Promotional Material
Ship To
Invoice
Galaktioni Tabidze 8 Gia Chanturia St. Tbilisi 0108 Togo
Phone: +995 32 299 86 67
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Promotional Material - Not for Resale
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 30 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Each
Promotional Material: Not for Resale. Product pamphlets to hand out at trade show.
CA
$163.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Promotional Material Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $163.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Repairs
Goods shipped to Togo from Canada for repair will be allowed a duty and tax free admission to the country for a period of no more than 12 months.
NOTE:
An extension of the 12-month time limit may be granted if justified.
Items Under Warranty
Machinery and other goods under warranty shipped from Togo to Canada for repairs will be readmitted into Togo exempt from all taxes and duties.
Items No Longer Under Warranty
Equipment requiring repair that is no longer under a warranty will be liable to all duties and taxes when said items re-enter Togo from Canada.
Sending Product for Repair to Togo
Machinery and equipment imported into Togo for repair will be exempt from all duties and taxes only if they remain in Togo for a maximum of 12 months. (This time limit may be extended under justifiable circumstances.)
Returning Repaired Product to Togo
Provided a piece of equipment or other item is under a warranty, it will incur no duties or taxes when it re-enters Togo if it was repaired in Canada.
Repair Checklist
Commercial invoice must clearly indicate 'REPAIR & RETURN' under the General Description or Remarks, and include the estimated time of return
(see sample)
Include repair contract with shipment
Serial or product number and the cost of repairs should be indicated under the Detailed Description of Goods section
Include the original shipping documents or tracking number from when the item was first exported to Togo or exported to Canada (depending on which case applies)
A commercial invoice must be included with your shipment
Galaktioni Tabidze 8 Gia Chanturia St. Tbilisi 0108 Togo
Phone: +995 32 299 86 67
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Repair and Return - Watch being sent for repair
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 30 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Each
Fossil Watch being sent for repair - Model E5, serial # 789456FG7E2 - Repair Cost $76.00
US
$163.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Warranty Repair Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $163.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Temporary Imports
Goods imported for temporary purposes are allowed a duty-free exemption upon entry into Togo provided:
They only stay a maximum of 12 months in the country
Remain unchanged aside for normal wear-and-tear
NOTE:
An extension of the time limit may be granted if there are justifiable reasons for it.
Temporary importation is allowed for items such as:
Goods for repair
Samples for display at meetings, trade fairs, and exhibitions
Advertising materials
Machinery or equipment for scientific experiments or for testing
ATA Carnets
Togo does not accept ATA Carnets for the temporary admission of goods.
Temporary Imports Checklist
Commercial Invoice clearly stating 'Temporary Import'. This must be written in the General Description section and the Detailed Description of Goods.
(see sample)
The goods arrive and leave in the same condition, i.e. they undergo no repairs nor are they used in manufacturing
Stay no longer than the period listed above
Include your ATA Carnet with your shipment (if applicable)
Include the expected return date or the date that it was originally received within the country (whichever applies)
Any above listed items not listed in this checklist
Galaktioni Tabidze 8 Gia Chanturia St. Tbilisi 0108 Togo
Phone: +995 32 299 86 67
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Temporary Imports - Trade show booth and display equipment returning Jan 2020
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 30 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 box
Temporary Imports - Trade show booth and display equipment
CA
$1032.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Temporary Imports Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $1032.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Permanent/Sold Goods
All sold goods entering Togo will incur duty and VAT no matter their value. Togo does not have a threshold below which no taxes or duties are applied. However, if a shipment's value is 9720 XOF or less (about $25 CAD), it may enter without undergoing a formal customs declaration.
Occasional Shipper
Even if you only ship sold goods occasionally to Togo, duty and VAT will be charged on all shipments regardless of their value (there is no threshold or de minimis value below which no fees are incurred).
Regular shipper
Regular shippers of sold goods should use the services of a licenced Togolese customs broker to ensure all paperwork is correctly filed.
Sample Commercial Invoice for Permanent/Sold Goods
Ship To
Invoice
Galaktioni Tabidze 8 Gia Chanturia St. Tbilisi 0108 Togo
Phone: +995 32 299 86 67
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Permanent/Sold: Parts and accessories for Canon B78n camera
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 30 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
15 Each
Camera Lenses: Canon EF 50mm, Canon EF 85mm & wide-angle lenses.
CA
$132.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Permanent/Sold Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $1980.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Required Documents
Shipping packages internationally requires a lot of documentation. This process alone can be confusing and time-consuming.
So we’ve narrowed down what documents you might need and ranked them based on likeliness of being needed.
Document Type
When?
Details
Shipping Label / Bill of Lading
Always required
This is a label provided by the carrier (UPS, FedEx, DHL, etc.). Always required because the carrier needs to know the parcel's destination.
Commercial Invoice
Required for all non-document shipments
For all non-document shipments, you will require 3 copies of the commercial invoice (to be included with your shipping labels).
These are for customs purposes and need to be included inside a document pouch outside of the box.
When creating a shipment through the Secureship website, the system will help you create this document automatically.
B13a
Required if value exceeds $2,000 per shipment or is a controlled good
A B13a is required if your shipment exceeds $2000 CAD or is a controlled good
and is destined to a country other than the US, Puerto Rico, or the US Virgin Islands
Canada has a preferential trade agreement with Togo. A COO proves that an item has been produced, manufactured or processed in Canada.
When an item with a COO is imported into Togo, it will incur a reduced or zero-rated import duty.
Certificate of Insurance (COI)
Infrequently required
Shows that the shipment has been insured.
Banks may request a certificate of insurance when providing letters of credit for the goods. Otherwise,
it is generally your choice whether to purchase insurance for the shipment.
ATA Carnet
Infrequently required
Used to avoid duties and taxes on shipments of temporary nature.
If you ship goods of temporary nature to and from a country, you can obtain an ATA Carnet to expedite the customs clearance process and
ensure that anything of temporary nature is not charged duties and taxes.
No specific form required, but generally includes information regarding:
The exporter, importer and transport company
Date of issue
Number of freight invoice
Type and number of packages
Contents of each package
Marks and numbers
Net weight, gross weight and measurements of each package
Prohibited & Restricted Imports
Goods deemed prohibited will not be allowed entry into Togo whereas those deemed restricted will be allowed entry provided they abide by quantity limitations or other health and safety rules.
Prohibited Items
Coins or banknotes
Any drug or narcotic
Pornography - objects or materials
Materials that are radioactive, toxic, or otherwise harmful
Weapons and ammunition
Perishables - produce,
meats, dairy
Counterfeit goods
Any flammable liquid or solid
Any item from an endangered animal, for e.g. elephant tusks
The amount of duties and VAT owed on a shipment to Togo is calculated using the CIF value of the parcel. That is, the sum of the customs value plus insurance amount plus freight costs.
CIF Value = Customs Value + Insurance Amount + Freight Costs
By calculating the CIF value of your shipment, you will have an estimate of the taxes and duties owed by the recipient.
Thresholds
All shipments entering Togo will be liable to duties and taxes regardless of their value because there are no thresholds (also called a de minimis value) on imports.
Currency
West African CFA franc (XOF)
Duty Exemption (De minimis Value)
N/A
Duty Calculation Method
CIF
TAX (VAT)
18%
Tax Exemption
(De minimis Value)
N/A
Tax Calculation Method
CIF
Duties on Imports
Excise Taxes
Togolese authorities apply excise taxes to a variety of imports. They include:
Tobacco products (50%)
Alcoholic beverages except for beer (50%)
Beer (18%)
Cosmetics and perfumes (15%)
Tea and coffee (10%)
Other Taxes
A number of other taxes are applied to sold goods entering Togo from outside the Economic Community of West African States, of which Togo is a member.
Details of the types of taxes and their rates can be found
here
You can purchase
insurance
through Secureship and it is provided by the carrier that will be transporting your shipment.
Each carrier will charge a different amount per $100 of declared insurance. If you indicate that you need insurance for your shipment our system will automatically include the insurance costs for your shipment.
Insurance is great to have in case your package is accidentally lost or damaged by the carrier. But be careful, not everything you ship is insurable. Worse - even if your package contains items that are insurable, if it doesn’t meet the ISTA 3A packaging standard, the insurance purchased through the carrier would not be available to you.
Here are some items that cannot be insured by the carrier:
Personal belongings
Antiques
Artwork
Liquids (including alcohol)
Televisions
Jewellery in excess of $500
Perishable goods
Glass or Ceramic
And many more items
For more information, please see the carrier's terms and conditions.
Shipping to Togo from Canada can take between 3-5 business days through the fastest carriers available on the Secureship platform.
More economical services, such as Canada Post, can take up to 1-2 months to complete the delivery.
