The MOOWR scheme, or Manufacturing and Other Operations in Warehouse, allows manufacturers to import raw materials and capital goods without paying duty. The scheme is part of the Customs Act of 1962.
The Indian Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) Programme, administered by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) since 2011, is an initiative aimed at bolstering the security and facilitation of the burgeoning volume of international trade goods.
Only passengers who are carrying dutiable or prohibited goods are required to fill a Customs Declaration Form or use ATITHI mobile app to file declaration of dutiable items as well as currency with Indian Customs even before boarding the flight to India.
The Authorised Courier has to present the export goods to the concerned officer for inspection, examination, and assessment. For certain export goods, a regular Shipping Bill, as mentioned in the Shipping Bill and Bill of Export Regulations 1991, has to be filed.
Customs (Administration of Rules of Origin under Trade Agreements) Rules, 2020.
Once a trade agreement is finalized, CBIC issues notifications for implementing tariff concessions and rules of origin, under section 25 of the Customs Act and section 5 of the Customs Tariff Act respectively, in order to incorporate the commitments undertaken in domestic legislation.
Reporting Offenses: Your Opportunity to Make a Difference
Have you come across any illegal activities related to contraband goods, customs duty evasion, or other violations concerning customs and taxation laws? Your valuable information has the potential to not only uphold law and order but also render you eligible for a substantial reward.
The Bengaluru Customs Zone plays a crucial role in ensuring the enforcement of customs laws, preventing illegal trade, and facilitating legitimate international trade in the jurisdictional area vested in it.
The Commissioner of Customs for Bengaluru City Customs holds authority over the entire State of Karnataka, except for the regions under the jurisdiction of the Commissioner of Customs in Mangalore.
The Commissioner of Customs (Appeals) in Bengaluru plays a vital role in the administration of customs matters under the Customs Act. Here’s what you need to know about his/ her responsibilities:
International Customs Day 2025 was celebrated on 15.02.2025 by this zone at Cauvery Hall, CR Building. Chief Guest- Shri.G Viswam, Director, LRDE, DRDO; Chief Commissioner – Shri.Ashish Chandan, IRS; Guest – Ms.Shuba N, Director, Wipro GE Healthcare; Guest- Shri.Rohit Dhar, COO, Emmvee Photo; retired and serving officers from the Department; other trade partners; and press representatives, were present.
The vision of CBIC is to contribute to India’s socio-economic growth by implementing progressive indirect tax policies with a stakeholder-centric approach and safeguarding national interests….