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Liberia: sanctions and trade risk
As of 7 November 2026, the screened UN, EU, UK, Swiss and US sanctions lists contain 48 companies, organisations, vessels and aircraft linked to Liberia.Lists last checked .
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No elevated country indicator for Liberia in the route rules Sanctioni uses. That is not a clearance: goods may still be export-controlled, and parties in Liberia may still be on a list.
On the sanctions lists
48 entries on the official lists name Liberia — as nationality, address, registration or flag. That links them to the country; it says nothing about other companies there. The same company can appear on several lists and is then counted once per list. Individuals are not included — Sanctioni does not process them.
| List | Entries | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US OFAC — Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) | 47 | 47 | — | — |
| Switzerland SECO Consolidated Sanctions List | 1 | 1 | — | — |
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Liberia: logistics and trade
Raw materials exporter / West African coastal port
Liberia (ISO code: LR) lies on the West African Atlantic coast, bordering Sierra Leone, Guinea and Cote d'Ivoire. It is a presidential republic with a tropical climate and pronounced rainy and dry seasons. The economy relies on commodities, especially iron ore, rubber, gold and timber, with the Freeport of Monrovia as the central export gateway. Foreign trade is dominated by raw materials and agricultural goods, while the country depends heavily on imports of fuel, machinery and food. Customs are handled by the Liberia Revenue Authority through ASYCUDA World, and as an ECOWAS member Liberia applies the common external tariff. The currency is the Liberian dollar (LRD), with the US dollar widely used in trade. Liberia also hosts one of the world's largest open ship registries.
- Capital
- Monrovia
- Population
- 5,248,621
- Area
- 111,369 km²
- Currency
- Liberian dollar (LRD)
- Continent
- Africa
- Region
- West Africa
- Economic area
- ECOWAS
- Religions
- Christianity, Islam
- Access to the sea
- Yes
Transport modes Road · Rail
- Current situation
- Freeport of Monrovia has been operated by APM Terminals since 2011; ongoing investments in port and road infrastructure. GST reform 2026, VAT introduction planned for 2027.
- Seasonal conditions
- Pronounced rainy season from May to October with very high rainfall; Monrovia is among the wettest capitals. Unpaved roads become impassable at times.
Main seaports
- Monrovia
Monrovia (LR MLW): Liberia's Freeport gateway run by APM Terminals, ~200,000 TEU/year, 90%+ of imports. General cargo, project and breakbulk.
- Buchanan
Buchanan (LR UCN), Liberia's second port and ArcelorMittal's iron-ore export terminal by rail from Tokadeh. Containers via the Freeport of Monrovia.
- Greenville
Greenville/Sinoe (LR GRE) is Liberia's third-largest port, focused on timber export. No container line; containers route via the Freeport of Monrovia.
Main cargo airports
- Roberts International AirportROB
Roberts International Airport (ROB/GLRB), Liberia: about 5,000 t of air cargo a year, cold-store warehouse, Menzies handling, customs and alternative gateways.
Road corridors
- Monrovia-Ganta-Guinea
- Monrovia-Buchanan
- Monrovia-Bo (Sierra Leone)
- Coastal road Monrovia-Harper
Rail corridors
- Yekepa-Buchanan (iron ore, ArcelorMittal)
- Bong Mines-Monrovia (iron ore)
Main trade lanes
- Liberia-China
- Liberia-EU
- Liberia-USA
- Liberia-West Africa (ECOWAS)
Customs and import
Customs authority Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA), Customs DepartmentOfficial website ↗
- Import customs system
- Electronic customs processing via ASYCUDA World; import declarations submitted by registered importers or licensed customs agents. ECOWAS-CET as common external tariff.
- Export customs system
- Export declaration via ASYCUDA World at the LRA customs administration; rough diamonds require a Kimberley Process certificate from the Ministry of Lands, Mines and Energy.
- Import VAT
- GST on imported goods 7 percent (services 13, telecom 15 percent); a VAT of 18 percent is planned for 2027, registration from 1.7.2026.
- Proofs of origin and trade agreements
- ECOWAS certificate of origin under the ETLS for regional trade; as an LDC, duty- and quota-free EU market access (Everything But Arms) as well as AGOA preferences for the USA.
- Restricted and prohibited goods
- Import bans and restrictions, including for narcotics, weapons and certain used goods; rough diamonds only with a Kimberley certificate. Details via the LRA customs administration.
Typical import documents
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Bill of lading / air waybill
- Certificate of origin
- Import declaration (ASYCUDA World)
- Inspection/conformity certificate
Typical export documents
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Bill of lading
- ECOWAS proof of origin (ETLS)
- Export declaration (ASYCUDA World)
- Kimberley certificate (rough diamonds)
Logistics conditions
- Customs complexity
- Medium to high
- Customs delays
- Medium to high
- Port congestion
- Medium
- Dangerous goods relevance
- Medium
- Pharma and cold chain relevance
- Low to medium
- E-commerce relevance
- Low
Trade
Top import partners
Top export partners
Top import goods
- Petroleum products
- Machinery
- Vehicles
- Food
- Chemicals
Top export goods
- Iron ore
- Natural rubber
- Gold
- Timber
- Palm oil
Typical cargo
- Iron ore
- Natural rubber
- Gold
- Tropical timber
- Palm oil
- Petroleum products (import)
- Rice (import)
- Machinery
Logistics questions
Which import duties apply in Liberia?
ECOWAS-CET duties apply depending on the type of goods, plus GST of 7 percent on goods and other fees such as the ECOWAS levy and a container tracking fee.
Which value added tax does Liberia have?
Currently a GST applies (goods 7 percent, services 13 percent, telecommunications 15 percent). A value added tax (VAT) of 18 percent is planned for 2027, registration from 1 July 2026.
Through which system does customs clearance run?
Customs processing is carried out electronically via ASYCUDA World of the Liberia Revenue Authority; declarations are submitted by registered importers or licensed customs agents.
What is Liberia's most important port?
The Freeport of Monrovia is the largest port and has been operated by APM Terminals since 2011. Other ports are Buchanan, Greenville and Harper.
Which goods does Liberia mainly export?
The main export goods are iron ore, natural rubber, gold, tropical timber and palm oil. Rough diamonds may only be exported with a Kimberley Process certificate.
Which currency is used in trade?
The official currency is the Liberian dollar (LRD); in trade, the US dollar is widely used, so a dual-currency system effectively exists.
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