NEW IMPORT REQUIREMENT TO INDIA – EFF 01/04/2018

Dear Valued Customer,

Please be advised that the Indian Customs Authorites are requiring all B/L created on or after April 1st, 2018 to include the following 3 items of information:

1. 1.Import and Export code (IEC) of the Importer
2. 2.GST identification no. (GSTIN) of the Importer
3. 3.Official e-mail ID of the Importer

Please note that the Indian Customs Authorites have reserved the right to refuse discharging any cargo that does not have this information on the B/L covering the shipment.

In order to avoid this, we kindly seek your cooperation in providing this information on your Shipping instructions.