When arriving at Indian international airports like Delhi, Mumbai, or Chennai, understanding Indian customs regulations is crucial for a hassle-free experience. The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) oversees rules governing duty-free allowances, typically 15-30 kg for checked baggage and 7 kg for carry-on, depending on the airline. Passengers must declare items exceeding limits, such as electronics over Rs 45,000 or foreign currency above USD 5,000. Prohibited items include narcotics and wildlife products. Familiarizing yourself with these regulations, accessible via the CBIC website, ensures compliance and helps international passengers navigate customs smoothly, avoiding delays or penalties.
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Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC)
The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) is the primary authority overseeing customs regulations in India, including baggage rules, duty assessments, and trade policies. The CBIC website provides comprehensive resources for travelers and traders, covering duty-free allowances, prohibited items, and grievance redressal. This page lists key CBIC resources and regional commissionerates to help you navigate customs processes at major Indian airports and ports.
Key Customs Resources
The CBIC and related authorities provide essential information for travelers and businesses. Below are key resources for understanding customs and trade regulations in India:
- Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs - Official portal for customs policies, baggage rules, and notifications.
- Official Baggage Rules - Detailed guidelines on duty-free allowances and restrictions.
- Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) - Manages import/export policies and trade regulations.
- Directorate of Valuation - Provides valuation guidelines for customs duties.
- Directory of Official Government Websites - Comprehensive list of Indian government portals.
Related: India Customs Regulations Overview
Customs and Excise Commissionerates
Regional Commissionerates
India’s customs and excise operations are managed through regional commissionerates, each overseeing specific ports, airports, or zones. Below is a list of key commissionerates for customs and central excise:
Related: CBIC Circulars and Notifications
28 comments:
i would like to bring two laptops from singapore to india...
1 is duty free...wat amount will be charged as tax for the extra one...
pls reply me..
JUhi same to same
My friend sent Parcel 1 July by Australia Registered Post International. Parcel tracking number RQ011783927AU a Phisung HDV782 digital camcorder for me including all items mentioned on the listing to Australia from Vidisha. This Parcel receive on 18th July 09 Vidisha post office. custom duties 2.582RS rupees pay Vidisha post office & Open Parcel Box is Vidisha post office. But. someone from mumbai Foreign Post put Sunglass & Cover in the parcel and steal the camcorder . postmaster & postman other employ My Evidence. my brother contact to My friend
u sent this Parcel not a camera sunglass & cover. My friend Told my brother its impossible
Parcel Sellers Shop Pack my hand .
My friend sent Parcel 1 July by Australia Registered Post International. Parcel tracking number RQ011783927AU a Phisung HDV782 digital camcorder for me including all items mentioned on the listing to Australia from Vidisha. This Parcel receive on 18th July 09 Vidisha post office. custom duties 2.582RS rupees pay Vidisha post office & Open Parcel Box is Vidisha post office. But. someone from mumbai Foreign Post put Sunglass & Cover in the parcel and steal the camcorder . postmaster & postman other employ My Evidence. my brother contact to My friend
u sent this Parcel not a camera sunglass & cover. My friend Told my brother its impossible
Parcel Sellers Shop Pack my hand .
i want to bring one colour tv 26" LCD to india,its brand is AKIRA,it is made in china with jap technology.how much import customs duty shall i have to pay?
pls let me know what is the qty allowed as free of custom duty of gold jewelery format.
and if excess to the limit then how much i hv to pay per gram as custom duty.
i am staying abroad for more than 15 months, jewelery will be my bagage
Can I take my Telescope (foreign made) from India to Bahrain on the basis of I can take it back to India again without any customs duty?
I WANT TO BRING 500 PCS OF MICRO SD CARD FROM CHINA WHEN I M GOING TO VISIT BEIJING. WHAT WOULD BE THE TAX THAT I WILL HAVE TO PAY WHEN I ENTER INDIA
i will be landing 2 india on this month...i want 2 take 32'sony lcd tv...i wont take mine laptop because of lcd tv..is thier any customs charge.i need ur help.
I have purchased about 1 kg raw gold (not 100% pure because of mixture of other metals) which I would like to carry with me as my personal baggage. I am aware that there is a duty of Rs.250 per 10 grams on the gold import as personal baggage. I have the following question :
1. Whether raw gold (not 100% pure) can be imported as gold under personnal baggage rules or what is the defination of gold.
2. I do not have invoice / receipt showing the purchase of raw gold. Do I need to produce invoice / receipt at the time of custom payment. I don't think, it should be required because duty is charged on the weight, not on the amount actually paid.
3. What procedure I should follow to pay custome duty.
4. What should I do if the officer incharge creates a problem for me at the time of custom clearance.
I would like to have reply on my query.
DEAR SIR,
WE HAVE SEND MATERIAL FOR EXIBITION OUR BOOTH IN PRAGAGATI MAIDAN,
NOW INDIAN CUSTOMS( NEW DELHI) ARE HOLDING MATERIAL, ASKING TO SEND SOCKS TO LAB TO CHECK & OTHER MATERIALS LIKE BORSHERS POSTERS WAS SHIPPED TOGATHER.ARE NOW WITH CUSTOMS DEPT.\
NOW WE CAN NOT SHOW IN INDIA
OTHER COUNTRIES STILL PROVIDING EASY CLEARANCE FOR MATERIAL FOR EXIBITION, BUT, INDIAN CUSTOMS CREATING PROBLEMS
INCREDIBLE INDIA
i have ordered few items on ebay, all the smaller items have reached me and bigger ones have not. its a shoes i had ordered USPS First Class Mail International
Tracking # LC7758722221US. and there were some crystals coming from UK. these have not reached me yet and these are not expensive. how the hell custom department work here in India?? full of thugs brings disrepute to the nation. it happens all the time, it has happened with my friends. arre yaar, if there is any thing extra you want you take it, dont make us feel cheated. i am going to wright to the PM as well on this. if this happens with such small orders, what must be having with the bigger consignments. chor salay!
Dear Sir,
I want to bring an LCD 32" from Bahrain to India. Please advice about Duty.
Thank You.
Felix
32" LCD normally can take without any customs duty. Last time when I had gone to Kochin airport customs didn't charge me anything. But I had to pay 2500/- Rs. for my 40" LCD. And my friend paid 4500/- for a 37" LED TV. Better to keep your bill and they will calculate on that amount. Otherwise they will charge you according to their price list.
Jayan
Bahrain
i want to take my tata indigo ( 2010 model) from saudi arabia to gujarat ( india).
currently MY INDIGO IS left hand drive.
how can i take it to india?
will i have to convert it from left hand drive to right hand drive here BEFORE CARGO IT?
if i converT it( FROM RHS TO LHS) in saudi arabia ITSELF AND THAN AFTER will i allow to take it with me?
how much duty will be there?
i want to take my tata indigo ( 2010 model) from saudi arabia to gujarat ( india).
currently MY INDIGO IS left hand drive.
how can i take it to india?
will i have to convert it from left hand drive to right hand drive here BEFORE CARGO IT?
if i converT it( FROM RHS TO LHS) in saudi arabia ITSELF AND THAN AFTER will i allow to take it with me?
how much duty will be there?
i would like to now that i am bringing 500pieces of mobile memory card from china to india...how much do i will be charged for tax..i already paid the tax in china and i have the bill...pls reply me...
I've sensed a parcel with clothes for my wife and kids to India, while I am visiting USA. Today my wife called me and said that she was forced to pay Rs. 2400 customs fees. Who can answer me what is all about??? Why do we have to pay. This is first time in all the years, as I use to send regular. It is a personal things!!! Not for sale. It is shameful to India, to do so. I felt so bad, as the parcel was open and checked. Who can answer me why Indian government doing this, what rights do they have to do this???????? Who can answer?
What do I need to do in order to bring a .177 bore air rifle through courier in India...
Please let me know all the steps and procedures.
Regards
I want to carry a telescope (nexstar 4se) in my baggage. Do i have to pay customs for this? Coming from the US!
Can I carry 250 dinar Bahrain currency, while traveling to India
I brought one LED TV 32 inches from Thailand which was only 11800bt approx 24500INR but the hell mumbai custom officers were not ready to check the receipt which I had but insteadthey were charging me for the camera which I bought in India 2 yrs back, my mobile 5 yrs back and tab 3 months back. as per them I need to declare them. They were also charging for clothes which I bought for myself. I didn't knew our custom ppl are so poor. They are thieves in white clothes. They asked for 2000 Rs for no charge. If there is anyone who can take action plz help to avoid this.
I have Samsung 32" 3D LED FULL HD Tv .
Tv price in India 35,520.
I Wat bring to India .
custom duty free or charge .
All friends all person write command anybody reply no write because why all officers not intrested with govt.only thinking his/her family only .you anything take always welcome give you all the begger officers because can make money .32 inch smart tv duty how much govet tax only 3500Rs but beggers talk how much you know 9000Rs and get mony put his pocket .no issue recipt also at trichirappalli airport so always better dont take restricted things only acceptable and duty free things take.this one only few month after govt change the ruls also change
Hi, I would like to carry 50 inch Plasma tv from Dubai to Trivandrum whcih is costing me around USD 408, will it have to pay any tax.
thanks Jiju
hello I want bring 42" LED TV from Canada to India Mumbai Airport. Could you please suggest me anything I have to pay because it's cost to 400 CAD $ & also I have a valid bill too..
Can i take maggie noodle packets with me from US to india? Is it safe with customs?
Hi Iam planning to bring my old used telescope from Singapore to India do I still need to clear customs??can any one help??
Hi I have been a resident of UAE since 2007. i have a suzuki hayabusa which i would like to bring to India on my return. it has been 2 years since i bought. how much duty will be levied from me even if i am planning to settle down permanently in india?
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