Carriers & Transporters SARS Customs & Excise form

Cargo Report / Manifest CARGO

The arrival/departure reports a carrier must submit so Customs knows what's moving: DA1 (ships), DA2 (aircraft), DA187 (road freight manifest), DA1A (cargo declaration).

Last updated: 24 May 2026

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CARGO — The arrival/departure reports a carrier must submit so Customs knows what's moving: DA1 (ships), DA2 (aircraft), DA187 (road freight manifest), DA1A (cargo declaration).

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Key facts

When you need itYou operate or represent the transport — sea, air, rail or road — and must report cargo movements.
Where to submitSubmitted electronically to SARS; you first register to report via the DA8 series (DA8 sea, DA8A air, DA8B rail, DA8C road).
Does customs stamp it?NO PHYSICAL STAMPAcknowledged electronically by SARS.
Commonly confused withReporting the conveyance is separate from declaring the goods (that's the importer's SAD500).

Frequently asked questions

What is the CARGO?

The arrival/departure reports a carrier must submit so Customs knows what's moving: DA1 (ships), DA2 (aircraft), DA187 (road freight manifest), DA1A (cargo declaration).

When and where do I lodge the CARGO?

You operate or represent the transport — sea, air, rail or road — and must report cargo movements. Submitted electronically to SARS; you first register to report via the DA8 series (DA8 sea, DA8A air, DA8B rail, DA8C road).

Does customs stamp the CARGO?

Acknowledged electronically by SARS.

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