The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has announced a significant change, eliminating application fees for the transshipment of imported goods at all customs stations nationwide. This amendment to the Goods Imported (Conditions of Transshipment) Regulations, 1995, aims to simplify procedures, reduce logistics costs for businesses, and ensure consistent application of rules across all ports. The move is part of a broader effort by the CBIC to modernise customs and improve trade facilitation.
In a move aimed at enhancing trade facilitation and reducing logistics costs, the Ministry of Finance, through the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC), has notified a significant amendment to the Goods Imported (Conditions of Transshipment) Regulations, 1995.
The Notification No. 30/2025-Customs (N.T.) dated April 24, 2025, eliminates the requirement of paying fees for the transshipment of imported goods at all customs stations in India.
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FAQ :
The CBIC has waived all fees for applications related to the transshipment of imported goods at every customs station in India.
The Goods Imported (Conditions of Transshipment) Regulations, 1995, have been amended by Notification No. 30/2025-Customs (N.T.).
The waiver simplifies compliance, lowers transactional costs for importers and logistics providers, ensures uniform transshipment rules across ports, and promotes efficient movement of goods.
Yes, the fee waiver applies to all customs stations across India.
The original Goods Imported (Conditions of Transshipment) Regulations were notified on September 28, 1995.