Accredited Customs Training for Africa

Live online customs, freight and international trade workshops for teams across Africa — covering SARS compliance, Incoterms, AfCFTA and cross-border trade. Trusted by leading logistics companies since 2015.

About Logtrain — Customs & Trade Training Across Africa

Logtrain International is an accredited provider of customs, freight and international trade training for businesses across Africa. Since 2015 we've helped importers, exporters, clearing agents, freight forwarders and logistics teams stay ahead of customs compliance, trade legislation and supply chain best practice — through practical, high-energy workshops delivered live online, so teams can join from anywhere on the continent.

Our accredited customs training programmes are built around real-world application, so delegates can put what they learn to work immediately. Teams strengthen internal capability, improve customs and SARS compliance, reduce operational risk, and lift overall efficiency and supply chain performance. From customs clearing and tariff classification to import and export procedures, Incoterms 2020, AfCFTA trade agreements and cross-border road freight, every course is grounded in the day-to-day realities of trade across African markets.

Recognised as an "out-of-the-box" logistics training provider, Logtrain goes beyond theory. Our interactive, outcomes-focused workshops equip delegates with the confidence and knowledge to manage complex logistics, freight forwarding, import and export, and customs compliance environments — wherever they operate on the continent.

Every Logtrain facilitator is a fully accredited, highly experienced industry professional and skilled communicator, translating complex legislation and theory into clear, practical learning. The result is measurable, long-term value for individuals and organisations — and it shows: over 80% of our clients return to Logtrain for further training.

Ready to upskill your team anywhere in Africa? Contact Logtrain today for our workshop schedule or a tailored in-house quote.

Customs & Logistics Training Trusted Across Africa

Since 2015, Logtrain International has been a preferred customs, freight and logistics training provider to some of Africa's largest and most respected corporates — including leading freight forwarders, importers, exporters and key government agencies.

Training for Organisations of Every Size

From SMEs to multinational operators, Logtrain delivers regular, accredited customs and supply chain training to organisations right across Africa's freight and logistics sector.

Expert, Accredited Trainers

Our workshops are led by accredited industry specialists, passionate about skills development, compliance and professional growth — bringing real-world customs and trade experience to every session.

Trusted by Repeat Clients

Over 80% of our clients return to Logtrain for additional training — a clear measure of the trust, value and results our customs and logistics workshops deliver.

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What Clients Say About Logtrain's Customs Training in Africa

Logistics teams, freight forwarders, importers and compliance managers across Africa trust Logtrain for practical, results-driven customs and international trade training. Here's what they say about our workshops:

''Clear, practical Customs training that our team could apply immediately. Real value, not theory.”
— Operations Manager, Freight Forwarder

''Logtrain helped us reduce compliance risk and improve confidence across our business.”
— Head of Supply Chain

“Engaging, high-energy sessions delivered by true industry experts. The best Customs training we’ve attended.”
— Compliance Manager

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Customs Training Delivered Live Online, Anywhere in Africa

Virtual & In-House Customs Workshops for African Teams

Logtrain delivers group and individual customs, freight and trade workshops live online, with Zoom and Microsoft Teams as our preferred platforms. That means interactive, high-quality training your team can join from any office, port city or remote site across Africa — with no travel or downtime.

Our company-specific, in-house programmes are ideal for larger teams and delivered to closed groups. On-site or off-site delivery can be arranged anywhere on the continent, though live virtual training via Zoom or MS Teams remains the fastest and most cost-effective option.

Every bespoke corporate programme is tailored to your organisation's operational, compliance and skills-development needs. In-house customs training lifts workforce productivity, ensures consistent knowledge transfer, and cuts both training time and cost — helping teams across Africa stay compliant and competitive.

Customs & Trade Training Workshops for Africa

Customs & Compliance I – Essentials (2 Days)

A practical introduction to customs compliance, covering SAD, RLA, RCG and AEO procedures — ideal for clearing, forwarding and import/export teams getting to grips with SARS requirements.

Including SAD, RLA, RCG & AEO Procedures
2 x 4-hour sessions 08h30 – 12h30
SAQA ID 252425

Customs Compliance II – Advanced (2 Days)

Advanced customs compliance training covering disputes and penalties — for experienced practitioners who need to manage risk and resolve SARS issues with confidence.

Including Disputes & Penalties
2 x 4-hour sessions 08h30 – 12h30
SAQA ID 252425

Customs III for Management (1 Day)

A management-focused customs workshop linking compliance processes to profitability — built for supervisors and managers running customs and logistics operations.

Including Processes & Profitability
1 x 4-hour session 08h30 – 12h30
SAQA ID 102499

Export & Import Procedures (2 Days)

Comprehensive import and export training covering international trade compliance and risk mitigation — essential for businesses trading across African and global markets.

Risk Mitigation International Trade Compliance
2 x 4-hour sessions 08h30 – 12h30
SAQA ID 252432/418

New Incoterms 2020 (1 Day)

An up-to-date Incoterms 2020 workshop explaining the latest rules, risks and responsibilities — so importers and exporters allocate cost and liability correctly on every shipment.

Latest Updates Risks & Responsibilities
1 x 4-hour session 08h30 – 12h30
SAQA ID 252425

Bond & Rebate Stores (2 Days)

Specialist training on bond and rebate store compliance, control areas, operations and procedures — for warehouse and customs teams managing duty-suspended goods.

Compliance Control Areas Ops & Procedures
2 x 4-hour sessions 08h30 – 12h30
SAQA ID 252425

Road Freight (Cross Border) (2 Days)

Cross-border road freight training focused on risk mitigation and minimising delays at Africa's border posts — vital for transporters and forwarders moving goods between countries.

Risk Mitigation. Minimize delays at Border Posts
2 x 4-hour sessions 08h30 – 12h30
SAQA ID 8019

SAD 500 & VOC’s – New Workshop (1 Day)

A hands-on workshop on completing and submitting the SAD 500 and Voucher of Correction (VOC) — cutting errors, rejections and clearance delays.

Completion & Submission
1 x 4-hour session 08h30 – 12h30
SAQA ID 252425

Trade Agreements AfCFTA (1 Day)

An essential briefing on the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) — its details, impact and compliance implications for businesses trading across the continent.

Details & Impact International Trade Compliance
2 x 4-hour sessions 08h30 – 12h30
SAQA ID 252432/418

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