COVID – 19- TRADE FRIENDLY INITIATIVES BY CBIC
1. 24*7Custorris Clearances of Goods to avoid any supply disruptions
2. Custom formations ore working for clearance of both import & export cargo. Assessment, examination and ancillary work such as bond acceptance, warehousing, port clearance, amendment to documents is happening smoothly.
3. Dedicated Novel Corona Virus helpdesk for Exim Trade stakeholders on CBIC website to facilitate quick resolution of issues faced
4. Importers can submit undertakings in lieu of the requisite bonds during the lockdown period which will be replaced by proper bonds paper
5. The time limit for completion of proceedings and filing of any appeal under the Customs Act, 1962 hos been extended till 30th June 2020 through on Ordinance
6. Based on email requisitions, computers end related accessories have been permitted by the Customs to be transferred la residences of employees of Software Technology Parks of India (STPIs), to facilitate work front home
7. Late fee charged on delayed filing of Bill of Entry on import consignments From COVID19 affected countries an account of non- receipt of documents has been waived off
8. Importers can submit undertakings during the lockdown period which will be replaced by proper bonds later
9. Ordinance on relaxation of lime limit for proceedings has been passed under the Customs Act,, 1962 till the 30th June 2020
10. Regular coordination with District Administration/police authorities is being maintained for smooth movement of EXIM cargo
11. Recognizing the difficulties faced by trade in taking delivery of imported cargo, MHA has revised as guidelines, feedback from owners of Customs bonded warehouses, indicates many warehouses and godowns are open and functional
12. As per MHA directive, employees working For Custom -Brokers (CBs) services are permitted to travel to the ports or Customs House on passes issued by the port
13. Zonal chiefs and the Board we promptly monitoring the situation through video conference meetings with the field officers and trade to resolve the emerging issues
