MSC, Mediterranean Shipping Company, is a global shipping and logistics company that operates in Algeria. MSC provides a range of shipping and logistics services in Algeria.
As one of the world's largest shipping companies, MSC has a strong presence in Algeria, with a number of offices throughout the country.
As the world's tenth-largest country and the largest in Africa, Algeria offers a vital gateway to the continent. The country borders Tunisia, Libya, Morocco, Western Sahara, Mauritania, Mali, Niger, and the Mediterranean Sea.
Demurrage
Storage
Storage is settled directly by receivers to terminals. The rates are not under MSC control but are paid directly by the customer to the port terminal.
Liner terms
Algeria ports are free in/free out.
Government approval status
What to include in your VGM instructions?
The following items are mandatory in Algeria and must be reflected on your submitting document:
How to submit your VGM instructions?
In case VGM weighing service is available at the Terminal and you are interested in this service, your local MSC office should be aware of this, before containers gate in.
The VGM will be submitted by the shipper by means of any of these channels:
- myMSC.com
- EDI (VERMAS)
- Port community systems web platforms.
- Via an E-mail attachment using the Microsoft Excel template provided by MSC Algeria and under a given Subject format.
Deadlines for sending your VGM instructions
Admin fees and costs
Recommendations:
Contact information
Imports
All goods may be imported except:
Old/unused cars:
New cars can only be imported if:
Exports
All goods may be exported except:
Ports and terminals
Algeria has several major ports and terminals that handle a significant volume of cargo each year. MSC serves several ports in Algeria, Here are some details on the main ports served by MSC in Algeria:
Overall, the country's ports and terminals play a key role in facilitating trade and economic development in Algeria and the broader Mediterranean region.
MSC provides a range of services to these ports, including container shipping, intermodal transportation, and logistics solutions, to support the needs of its customers in Algeria and around the world.
Below some details of the main ports and terminals served by MSC:
Port Weight Limit :
The weight limit for cargo in Algerian ports depends on the specific port and terminal where the cargo is being handled. Generally, the maximum weight limit for cargo on a single container in Algerian ports is 30 tons, although this can vary depending on the specific terminal and the type of cargo being handled.
How to export
MyMSC guide: Link to download the guide.
MyMSC is a web portal and mobile application provided by the global shipping company Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) to its customers. The platform allows customers to manage their shipments, access real-time information about the status of their shipments, and track their cargo as it moves through the supply chain.
Re-exportation
If any shipment is discharged in Algeria, it cannot be subject to a change of destination. The only process that allows to load back a container that is already discharged in Algeria is the re-exportation procedure. If re-export is requested by either shipper or consignee, then CUSTOMS RELEASE (MAIN LEVEE) and CUSTOMS GREEN LIGHT FOR REEXPORT are mandatory steps to proceed with re-export.
IMO cargo
All details of the IMO cargo, address, phone, and fax of the receiver in Algeria have to be communicated to POL and POD Agents.
It is only when the "Letter of Engagement" (Lettre d’Engagement) is duly signed by all parties involved that is: the receiver, the port authority, MSC agency, that the port of loading gets the authorization to load.
Once the Letter of Engagement is signed by all parties involved, the port of loading receives an approval to proceed with the booking/shipment. MSC agencies (POL, T/S and POD) will then coordinate during all the phases of shipment, including the loading, transportation, and unloading of the cargo at the port of discharge. MSC works closely with all parties involved to ensure that shipments are handled safely and efficiently.
It is important to note that the process of amending information in the customs system in Algeria can be time-consuming and may result in delays in the customs clearance process. To avoid these issues, it is important to ensure that all information on the declaration is accurate and complete before submitting it to the customs authorities.
Regarding “Consignee name amendment”, it is considered as the most complicated and time-consuming processes at Customs.
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Last update: 2023-10-01T20:39:00