South Africa – Overstay process during COVID-19 Lockdown

In view of the current COVID-19 outbreak, and the additional regulations imposed by the ports to combat congestion in the terminals, we wish to inform you of the following amendments to our import and overstay processes

It is mandatory for each shipping line to provide an evacuation plan 48hrs prior to the vessel berthing. By the deadline, all containers need to be assigned in navis.

In order to comply, we will require all release documentation including cargo dues, bill of entry, navis transporter details, necessary certificates (where applicable) and proof of payment 72hrs prior to vessel berthing.

In cases where the above information is not made available, and as TPT is attempting to block stack units to speed up evacuation, the containers will be moved to our overstay depot in order to comply.