Import Process
1. Application for Export/Import
The import and export of cargo to and from India requires an IEC (importer/exporter code) pursuant to the proclamation by the Indian Ministry of Commerce and Industry issued in December 1987. Details of the required documents are outlined in the “Procedure Handbook” produced by that Ministry which can be viewed by logging on to (http://commerce.nic.in/). Further, the IEC application form (template) can be downloaded from the DGFT (Director General Foreign Trade) website.
2. Documentation Required for Import Customs Clearance
- Copy of the MBL and HBL.
- Carrier and consolidator's DO.
- Consignee Attested Invoice and Packing List.
- GATT and Importers Declaration duty filled in and signed by the consignee.
- Nomination letter in favor of Customs Broker (CHA) to undertake clearance on behalf of the consignee.
- Bank endorsement's (if case of Bank Consigned Shipments).
- Other documents that might be required are - catalogue, product price list, manufacturers price list, detailed description and purpose of the goods imported.
3. Import Customs Process
- Starting Time is the minute after the receipt of signed and stamped documents from consignee.
Documents required
- Authority Letter
- Packing List
- Shipping Invoice
- GATT declaration
- Starting Time is the minute after the receipt of signed and stamped documents from consignee.
Documents required
- Authority Letter
- Packing List
- Shipping Invoice
- GATT declaration
