SAD 500 Guide 2026 for Foreign Importers
The SAD 500 is the legal customs declaration used for commercial imports into Namibia.
Key boxes to get right
- Box 8: Importer name and TIN (mandatory)
- Box 33: HS code (8 to 10 digits)
- Box 37: Customs Procedure Code (CPC)
- Box 42: Customs value (must include freight and insurance)
- Box 44: Supporting documents
- Box 47: Duties and taxes
- Box 54: Signature
Common rejection triggers
Missing TIN, incorrect HS code length, missing freight statement, and mismatched values between invoice and declaration are the most common rejection drivers at Walvis Bay.
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