In a statement issued on Sunday, Libya’s Customs Authority announced that no goods outside the banking payment mechanism of the Central Bank of Libya (CBL) will be allowed into the country.

It also indicated that the grace period for the import of goods will continue, until the 31st of December. 

“There is no obligation to adhere to the banking payment mechanisms in force, through CBL and other banks established under Resolution 707 of 2019”, it stated.

According to the statement, the authority is keen to implement the terms and conditions, in addition to the decisions issued. “It works to preserve the national economy and provide the best services in a way that ensures the flow of goods through customs ports,” it said.