Mining dealers in Liberia
There are 4 dealers of mining equipment in Liberia, with branches in Monrovia: BIA Liberia, Kanu Equipment Liberia, Mantrac Liberia and SMT Liberia. Last checked October 2026.
Country guide
Buying mining equipment in Liberia
Main demand fromMiningConstructionForestry
Mining drives Liberia's heavy equipment market: iron ore in Nimba, exported through Buchanan, and gold.
- Currency
- Liberian dollar (LRD); US dollar widely used
- Main ports
- Monrovia (Freeport), Buchanan
- Drives on the
- Right
- Languages
- English
Importing and registering, in brief
Ports
The Freeport of Monrovia for general cargo; Buchanan mainly for iron ore.
Cargo tracking note
Sea shipments need a cargo tracking note (BESC) issued before loading.
Customs
Clearance is through the Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA). Most importers use a licensed clearing agent.
Registering for road use
Machines used on public roads are registered with the Ministry of Transport.
General guidance only. Confirm with the official bodies or your clearing agent before you buy. Last checked October 2026.