Certification Introduction

Benin implements mandatory access compliance requirements for imported electrical and electronic products, with the core requirement being DCI (Declaration of Conformity for Import) certification, regulated by the Benin Agency for Standardization and Quality Management (ABENOR). Meanwhile, an ECTN Electronic Cargo Tracking Note is required for customs clearance, and this system follows the regional coordination rules of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). Products without valid compliance documents will be detained by customs or ordered to be returned.

Laws and Regulations

The core regulation is the conformity access rules for imported goods issued by Benin's ABENOR, which applies to all imported electrical and electronic products and follows the ECOWAS regional technical standard coordination framework; since 2024, DCI certificates have been integrated with the Single Window for West Africa (SWA) system, realizing regional mutual recognition of electronic certificates; the regulation explicitly prohibits the import of second-hand electrical and electronic products, and the specific product control scope shall be subject to the latest official directory of ABENOR.

Technical Requirements

Electrical and electronic products must comply with IEC/ISO international general standards. Electrical safety corresponds to IEC series safety standards, and electromagnetic compatibility complies with relevant CISPR standards; Product labels must be marked in French with core information such as origin and product parameters; Valid test reports issued by ECOWAS regionally accredited laboratories are recognized, and high-risk products may require sampling and retesting after entry.

Certification Process

Prepare application materials, including proforma invoice, packing list, product compliance test report, and manufacturer qualification documents;

Submit the application online through the official platform designated by Benin and pay the corresponding certification fees;

The competent authority conducts document review, and high-risk products need to complete sampling and testing as required;

After passing the review, you will obtain the electronic DCI certificate, which is valid for 3 months and must be presented together with the goods during customs clearance. WANVE (万维) provides one-stop full compliance support for enterprise export.