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Customs Clearance in India: Step-by-Step for Exporters

Overview

Export customs clearance involves filing a shipping bill, presenting goods for examination and obtaining let export order.

Key steps

  1. Prepare commercial invoice, packing list and other documents
  2. File shipping bill through ICEGATE
  3. Present cargo at port/ICD
  4. Customs examination (if required)
  5. Let export order and loading

A customs broker (CHA) can handle the entire process on your behalf.

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