Customs clearance for LCD monitor at Mumbai airport [duplicate]
I’m travelling from Muscat carrying a 32 inch Sony Bravia LCD. Would I have to pay duty on it? and how much amount of duty is allowed for a passenger returning after 45 days?
Best Answer
www.cbec.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/guide_for_travellers/trvler-guide_ason05feb2015.pdf
Yes, you will have to pay duty on it
Duty Free allowance is INR 45k (Source, table at bottom of page 1), However, the duty free allowance is not applicable on LCD TV's (Notes in middle of page 2, point 2.6)
The rate of duty is 36.05%
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How long does it take for customs clearance in Mumbai?
Customs stationCustoms stationTime taken from arrival of cargo to filing of declaration by importerPercentage of time taken by customsSahar, Mumbai2 days 20 hours 18 minutes9.68%IGI, Delhi2 days 14 hours 37 minutes8.89%Air Cargo, Chennai2 days 10 hours 35 minutes12.81%Air Cargo, Bangalore3 days 3 hours 33 minutes6.88%How do I clear customs clearance?
Customs Clearance Procedure in IndiaWhat are the three steps of custom clearance?
Initial steps in customs clearance process- Self-assessment. As an exporter, you will have to self-assess the duty of the export items. ...
- Shipping Bill. Shipping Bill is generated through the Indian Customs EDI System (ICES) or the non-EDI mode in case of non-EDI ports. ...
- Risk Management System. ...
- Post Clearance Audit.
How many days does customs clearance take in India?
Time Required for Goods to Clear Customs in India The customs clearance of imported goods can take a few hours to many days depending on conditions. Once the entry of your order is made by your broker, it usually takes around 10-14 days for clearance.Busted by customs officials - India
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Answer 2
I was stopped at Mumbai airport just for carrying an Emergency Lantern and asked to leave after checking my luggage for Gold!
I saw two guys paying duty for bringing LCDs with them. So yes, you have to pay. As for the rates, you could either Google or go with the other answer by Akash.
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