Mali Trade Intelligence
Comprehensive economic data, market insights, and trade information to help you make informed business decisions.
Economic OverviewStable Outlook
GDP
$45.2B
GDP Growth
+3.2%
GDP/Capita
$2,450
Inflation Rate8.5%
Unemployment Rate12.4%
Debt to GDP45%
FDI Inflows (Annual)
$2.8B
Credit Rating
B+Trade Agreements & Market Access
View AllAfCFTA Member
African Continental Free Trade Area
54
Countries
90%
Tariff Elimination
$3.4T
Market Size
Ratified: 2019 • Trading Status: Active
Learn moreOther Trade Agreements
ECOWASregional
activeZero tariffs on originating goods
West Africa
WAEMUregional
activeCommon external tariff
West Africa (CFA zone)
Total Active Agreements3
Preferential Market Access0+ countries
Export Strengths & Competitive Advantages
Top Export Products
Gold
Cotton
Livestock
Mangoes
Shea butter
Sesame
Competitive Advantages
Strategic Atlantic Ocean accessECOWAS free trade zoneRich mineral resourcesAfCFTA member stateCompetitive labor costs
Export Incentives & Benefits
✓
Duty exemptions✓
Tax holidays for exporters✓
ECOWAS preferential tariffsRegulatory & Compliance Requirements
Full GuideBESC Required
Shipments to Mali require a cargo tracking document for customs clearance.
Authority:
CNSS
Cost:
$80-110 USD
Processing:
24-48 hours
Required Export Documents
Commercial Invoice
Packing List
Certificate of Origin
Customs Declaration
Export Procedure Steps
1Register with trade authorities
2Obtain export license
3Apply for Certificate of Origin
4Submit customs declaration
Logistics Performance IndexImproving
Overall LPI Score
2.70/ 5.00
Below Average
World Rank
#95
of 160
Score Breakdown
Customs Efficiency2.50
Infrastructure Quality2.40
Int'l Shipments2.80
Logistics Competence2.60
Tracking & Tracing2.50
Timeliness3.00
Data Source: World Bank Logistics Performance Index
Ports & Entry Points
View All PortsMali is a landlocked country. International trade is conducted through neighboring countries' ports.
Explore Regional PortsKey Trade Institutions in Mali
Agence pour la Promotion des Exportations (APEX-Mali)
Export Authoritywww.apex.ml
+223 20 22 86 98
Direction Générale des Douanes
CustomsAMANORM
Standards BodyNeed help navigating Mali's trade requirements?
