Mining dealers in Somalia

There is 1 dealer of mining equipment in Somalia: Wabco General Trading, in Hargeisa. It represents Hitachi. Last checked October 2026.

Country guide

Buying mining equipment in Somalia

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In Somalia, rebuilding of roads, ports and housing in Mogadishu and the regions is the main source of heavy equipment demand, and US dollars are widely used.

Currency
Somali shilling (SOS); US dollar widely used
Main ports
Mogadishu, Berbera, Bosaso, Kismayo
Drives on the
Right
Languages
Somali, Arabic

Importing and registering, in brief

  1. Ports

    Mogadishu, Berbera, Bosaso and Kismayo.

  2. Cargo tracking note

    Sea shipments need a cargo tracking note (ECTN) issued before loading.

  3. Customs

    Clearance is through the customs authority at the port of entry.

  4. Registering for road use

    Machines used on public roads must be registered and plated with the national vehicle registration authority.

General guidance only. Confirm with the official bodies or your clearing agent before you buy. Last checked October 2026.

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