Single Unified Multi-Purpose Electronic Bond in Customs-Ekal Anubandh


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The Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs (CBIC) has introduced a Single Unified Multi-Purpose Electronic Bond, known as Ekal Anubandh. This initiative is part of the government's ongoing efforts to streamline trade processes, increase transparency, and adopt international best practices. By leveraging technology, the CBIC aims to make customs procedures more paperless and contactless, thereby improving efficiency and reducing time for traders.

Government of India
Ministry of Finance
Department of Revenue
(Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs)
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Room No.229A, North Block,
New Delhi, dated17thFebruary, 2025

To,
All Principal   Chief   Commissioners/   Chief   Commissioners   of   Customs/ Customs (Preventive) / Customs and Central Tax
All    Principal    Commissioners/    Commissioners    of    Customs/    Customs (Preventive),
All Principal Director Generals/ Director Generals under CBIC. 

Subject:  Single    Unified    Multi-Purpose    Electronic    Bond    in    Customs-Ekal Anubandh-reg.

Madam/Sir,

CBIC's  ongoing  initiatives  to  simplify  trade  processes,  improve  transparency, and  adopt  best practices  have  resulted  in  steady  improvements  across  various  tradefacilitation metrics. Leveraging Information technology, many processes have become paperless and contactless, thus providing ease and less time consuming for the trade.

Official copy of the circular has been attached

FAQ :

The new electronic bond is called the Single Unified Multi-Purpose Electronic Bond, also known as Ekal Anubandh.

The Ekal Anubandh has been introduced by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs (CBIC) under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India.

The Ekal Anubandh aims to simplify trade processes, improve transparency, and adopt best practices in customs procedures.

It helps make customs processes paperless and contactless, leading to greater ease and reduced processing time for traders.

The official copy of the circular regarding the Ekal Anubandh has been attached.

 
Notification No : Circular No. 04/2025-Customs
Source : https://taxinformation.cbic.gov.in/view-pdf/1003266/ENG/Circulars
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