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

Shipping laneFrom China to Côte d'Ivoire
Shenzhen Côte d'Ivoire Abidjan
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.

  1. Describe your product

    Share a photo, a link or specifications. A single product is accepted.

  2. Receive your sourcing report

    Within 5 to 10 days: vetted suppliers with prices, minimum orders, lead times and sample options.

  3. 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

  1. Your requestDay 1
  2. Sourcing report5 to 10 days
  3. SamplesOften 1 to 3 weeks
  4. ProductionOften 2 to 6 weeks
  5. Inspection1 to 2 days
  6. 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

How much help do you want?

Your details and product information remain confidential.