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Instant import cover β€” Sea, Air & Road

Tanzania Cargo Insurance Platform
in under 60 seconds

Real premiums for any cargo with instant policy certificate issuance.

Trusted by importers
Simple quote process
Multiple payment options
Instant policy documents
Support when needed
Under 60 seconds
How it works

From cargo details to port-ready certificate

Five steps, no waiting. Your TRA-compliant import certificate is issued instantly β€” for sea, air, or road shipments.

01
Choose cargo

Select the cargo category that best matches your shipment.

02
Choose transport mode

Select Sea, Air, or Road then enter origin, destination, value and transport details.

03
Pick cover level

Compare ICC A (all risks), B (named perils) and C (minimum) side by side.

04
Verify identity

Confirm payer and consignee details for the certificate.

05
Issue certificate

Pay via mobile money or bank β€” PDF certificate delivered instantly.

Import risk map

Where claims usually begin

Understanding exposure by transport mode helps you choose the right cover level before dispatch.

Sea β€” Storm & Water Damage
Transit delays and water damage

Sea β€” Storm & Water Damage

Heavy weather across Indian Ocean routes can trigger spoilage, corrosion and handling incidents on sea shipments.

Air β€” Handling & Delay Risk
Damage during loading and transshipment

Air β€” Handling & Delay Risk

Airport cargo handling, aircraft transfers and customs holds introduce breakage and theft risk for air freight.

Road β€” Accident & Theft
Collision, overturning and pilferage

Road β€” Accident & Theft

Cross-border trucking routes expose cargo to road accidents, overturning events and opportunistic theft at border crossings.

All Modes β€” Pilferage Risk
Partial loss on high-value cargo

All Modes β€” Pilferage Risk

Pilferage-prone categories require clear documentation and appropriate cover selection to reduce disputes across any transport mode.

Platform strengths

Everything needed for modern import cover

Account-first onboarding

Create your account in minutes, then get quotes, policies, and shipment records in one place.

TRA-compliant certificate

Every certificate includes QR verification accepted at Tanzanian port of entry.

TIRA-licensed intermediaries

Choose from verified intermediaries without increasing your premium.

Every local payment channel

Mobile money, bank transfer, and cards are all supported.

Profile saves everything

After first purchase, business details are remembered for faster repeat cover.

Claims tracked end-to-end

Track survey, adjudication and settlement with real-time status updates.

Ready to secure your next shipment?

Join the portal first, then continue with quotes, policy purchase, and instant certificate issuance when you are ready.