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Importing to Ethiopia

Marred by challenges faced in the region, the general business environment in Ethiopia is bearish as investors look to the future. Increased investments in social and economic infrastructure projects have boosted the region’s appetite for growth in all sectors from a traditionally suppressed market. More attractive global trade, business opportunities, and active incentives for foreign direct investment have led to natural demand and, as a result, growth in the tech sector. This has enhanced the tech supply chain and increased the need for cross-border technology and other imported goods for tech development.

Tax: up to 27%
Duties: up to 30%

Restricted Items: Shipment value limits

Non-working days: Saturday, Sunday, and Public Holidays 

Lead times: 3 - 4 weeks

Best carrier option: Freight Forwarder or Courier

Prominent Languages: Amharic

Tax: up to 27%
Duties: up to 30%

Restricted Items: Shipment value limits

Non-working days: Saturday, Sunday, and Public Holidays 

Lead Time: 3 - 4 weeks

Best carrier option: Freight Forwarder or Courier

Prominent Languages: Amharic

Pain Points

Trade Pain Points and Possibilities

Torrential political instability, bureaucracy, corruption, underdeveloped infrastructure, and a distinct skills shortage are significant challenges cross-border transactions face, especially in the dual-use tech space. Ethiopia is also subject to unilateral sanctions by the United States, which can impact the import process of certain tech goods.

The Ethiopian Investment Commission (EIC) and the Ethiopian Customs Authority regulate the import of dual-use tech goods in Ethiopia. Trade compliance, permits, and customs clearance are often required through multiple additional government agencies, depending on the types of goods.

The Ethiopian Customs Authority is also particularly strict with true value declarations, and delays can be notable if revaluation queries are raised, and there are value discrepancies.

Ethiopia is also a member of the Tripartite Free Trade Area (TRIFTA), a trade agreement between Eastern and Southern African countries. The TRIFTA aims to reduce tariffs and other trade barriers between member countries.

Our Solution

How TecEx Can Help You Import into Ethiopia

The TecEx team is highly skilled and committed to your global trade success. Our experience moving dual-use tech goods into Ethiopia equips us to efficiently clear your goods through customs. Our specialized Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) shipping solution ensures that everything from Importer of Record(IOR) Services to proof of delivery is managed.

About Ethiopia

Ethiopia was a major center of trade in the ancient world and was linked to trade routes that stretched from the Mediterranean Sea to India.

The state-owned Ethio Telecom (ET), formerly known as the Ethiopian Telecommunication Corporation, has maintained a monopoly on wired and wireless telecommunications and internet services for 126 years. The Ethiopian government recognized the importance of technology in economic development and was taking steps to encourage growth in the sector. Ethio ICT Village: This was a project aimed at creating a technology village to house tech companies and startups, facilitating collaboration and innovation within the tech ecosystem.

TecEx is a global customs compliance specialist that offers a complete door-to-door solution for importing technology into Ethiopia and the rest of Africa. Our team can help you navigate the complex process of importing technology into the country and ensure that your shipments are compliant and efficient.

Trade Pain Points and Possibilities

The Ethiopian Customs Authority is also particularly strict with true value declarations, and delays can be notable if revaluation queries are raised, and there are value discrepancies.

Our Solution

How TecEx Can Help You Import into Ethiopia

About Ethiopia

Ethiopia was a major center of trade in the ancient world and was linked to trade routes that stretched from the Mediterranean Sea to India.

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Importing to Ethiopia

Trade Pain Points and Possibilities

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About Ethiopia

Trade Pain Points and Possibilities

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About Ethiopia

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