Customs & Port Clearance
Under our watch, no container
waits at Tema Port.
Wrong HS code, missing PVOC, unverified clearing agent — $180–$250 per day per container. We prevent all of it.
$250 – $500 per shipment
Why It Goes Wrong
Tema Port doesn't forgive mistakes.
Approximately 80% of Ghana's maritime imports pass through Tema Port. Documentation errors instantly translate into demurrage fees — $180–$250 per day per container. A container waiting 30 days pays $5,750 in demurrage. This is not an unusual scenario — it's the default outcome for exporters navigating Tema for the first time.
Wrong HS code
Wrong tariff code for any product — wrong tax rate, wrong documentation requirements, container held.
Missing or incorrect PVOC
Product Verification of Conformity. Mandatory for certain categories. When wrong, goods are rejected.
Unverified clearing agent
Unlicensed "clearing agents" in Ghana taking payment and not delivering is not rare.
GRA non-compliance
Failing Ghana Revenue Authority requirements — additional fees, delays, cargo held.
Our Process
From vessel loading to delivery.
01
Pre-Shipment Doc Check (Turkey)
All shipment documents checked before vessel loading: HS code, invoice, certificate of origin, PVOC status.
02
Clearing Agent Coordination
Coordination with our GRA-approved, experienced clearing agents. Container tracking, port fee pre-calculation.
03
Customs Declaration & Payment
Correct declaration preparation, accurate tax calculation, GRA payment coordination.
04
Delivery Confirmation
Container clearance confirmation, delivery coordination to buyer, document archiving.
Case Study
Shipment Rescued from Port in 11 Days
An İzmir pasta producer's shipment had been held at Tema Port for 6 weeks due to incorrect PVOC documentation. The goods were approaching a storage fee situation that would eliminate the margin on the entire order.
Result: Cleared in 11 days · Storage fees waived · Client margin preserved
Read the full story →Turkey-Side Legal Support
Ceyhun Sefer — Document Verification
Koç University Law graduate, active practitioner. Verification and certification of export documents on the Turkey side. Legal review of the export package before it leaves Turkey.
Is a PVOC certificate required?
Depends on product category. We do a category-specific assessment.
How long does Turkey-to-Ghana shipment take?
Average 18-25 days by sea. Document preparation adds 1-2 weeks.
Planning your next shipment?
Share your product category and shipment timeline. We'll clarify your documentation requirements and costs.