Trade Facilitation Measures: CBIC introduced measures to enhance logistics efficiency and simplify customs procedures for Air Cargo and Transhipment, aligning with Union Budget 2025-26 goals.
Transhipment Permit Fee Waived: Effective April 24, 2025, the transhipment permit fee is waived for all transhipment movements to ease business operations and reduce delays, as per Notification No. 30/2025-Cus (N.T).
Temporary ULD Removal: Simplified procedure introduced for temporary import of Unit Load Devices (ULDs) outside Customs areas for high-value or perishable cargo, aligning with international best practices.
Continuity Bond for Air Carriers: Air carriers/air console agents can now temporarily import ULDs by executing a Continuity Bond, taking responsibility for re-export within a specified timeframe.
All-India National Transhipment Bond: The ‘All-India National Transhipment Bond’ facility, operational since 2022, avoids multiple bond submissions at different Customs stations.
Online Transhipment Application: Online filing of transhipment applications is enabled in ICEGATE, eliminating the need to visit service centers.
Aim: These measures aim to ease compliance and facilitate trade at Air Cargo complexes, encouraging Airlines, Console Agents, and stakeholders to utilize the facilities.
CBIC Role: CBIC administers Customs, Central Excise, CGST, IGST, and Narcotics (where applicable), formulating policies related to indirect tax levy and collection. It manages customs at various international locations and is
