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

Last updated: 18 February 2025

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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

Attached File : 322600_11441_circular_no_04_2025.pdf

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