Import from China to Côte d'Ivoire with a team on your side
Abidjan is one of the busiest ports in West Africa. Ivorian importers can work with us in French, from the first message to the final shipment.
We work in French and English
- Main ports
- Abidjan, San-Pédro
- Air cargo
- Abidjan (ABJ)
- Sea transit
- 30 to 40 days to Abidjan
- Currency
- XOF (CFA franc)
- Customs
- Direction Générale des Douanes
- Product rules to check
- Cargo tracking note (BSC) required
What businesses in Côte d'Ivoire buy with us
- Building materials
- Electronics
- Household goods
- Motorcycle parts
- Textiles
How it works
Begin with a sourcing report. Add negotiation, inspection and shipping when you need them.
Describe your product
Share a photo, a link or specifications. A single product is accepted.
Receive your sourcing report
Within 5 to 10 days: vetted suppliers with prices, minimum orders, lead times and sample options.
Choose the next step
Order directly, or have us negotiate, inspect and coordinate shipping to you in Côte d'Ivoire.
Typical project timeline to Côte d'Ivoire
- Your requestDay 1
- Sourcing report5 to 10 days
- SamplesOften 1 to 3 weeks
- ProductionOften 2 to 6 weeks
- Inspection1 to 2 days
- Shipping to Côte d'Ivoire30 to 40 days to Abidjan
Typical durations only. Actual timing depends on the product, the supplier, the season and customs.
Good to know before importing into Côte d'Ivoire
BSC cargo tracking note
Shipments to Côte d'Ivoire need a cargo tracking note. Our freight partner arranges it.
Regional hub
Abidjan also supplies Burkina Faso and Mali.
We speak French
Everything can be done in French.
Cities we serve in Côte d'Ivoire
Questions from Côte d'Ivoire
Can we work in French?
Yes, entirely.
Can you ship to Bouaké or Ouagadougou?
Yes, by road from Abidjan.
How much does a sourcing report cost?
A flat research fee covers one product, and each additional product is quoted as an add-on. The exact amount is confirmed before we begin.
Is there a minimum order?
No. You can start with a single product in any quantity. The research fee remains the same.
Request a quote
Describe the product you need. Within 48 hours, we reply with the next steps and a quote for your sourcing report.
No obligation. The fee is confirmed in writing before any work begins.
Prefer email? Write to sales@klmsourcing.com