Several statutory charges shape the final cost of a shipment through Sierra Leone. Beyond SLPA marine charges and customs duties, traders encounter freight levies from the Sierra Leone Maritime Administration (SLMA) and CTN/LSS fees tied to cargo tracking systems, alongside environmental charges.
Each of these is calculated on different bases — some on vessel GRT, others per consignment or per container — which makes accurate computation essential to avoid underpayment, penalties or release delays.
Our marine and customs charge handling line reconciles these items on behalf of clients, verifying amounts, arranging payment against the correct accounts, and documenting them clearly in the port expense account.
If you are unsure which levies apply to your next consignment, share your cargo particulars and we will break down the full cost structure before your vessel arrives.