Obtain Export Certificate from Indian Customs for items in checked baggage before Check-In?

Obtain Export Certificate from Indian Customs for items in checked baggage before Check-In? - Positive woman with passport using laptop on luggage in airport

This talks about a counter after immigration, much after check-in counter.
Where can I get an export certificate of customs in India?

Indian Customs counter at airports in India are typically after Check-In & Immigration counters, How / where can I get Export Certificates for them?


Another part of the question I've posted here:

Customs Duty & Regulations specific to the 'Category of items'
https://travel.stackexchange.com/questions/57601/minimize-import-customs-duty-on-repair-replacement-pc-computer-server-parts-exp


Traveling with these Items & Packing:
Items have to be checked-in due to size/ weight & with protective padding in luggage/ suitcase.
Can I bring my desktop computer as check-in baggage on a flight?
Taking a Desktop Computer Overseas - Options?

This talks about packed items in Checked baggage when Importing but not when exporting in Checked Baggage Packed Items at Indian Customs



Best Answer

Generally it's advised to carry these items in carry-on, so that they can be inspected, which is why Export Certificates are issued post check-in at immigration.

Of course, as you mention, you might want to check this luggage item, which makes it tricky to present.

In this case, your best bet is to contact the airport and ask them for their Export Certificate, and submit it well in advance of the flight, and ask for where the goods can be inspected at the airport, given that you're checking in the luggage.

For example, Bangalore airport has instructions for this, with the Export Certificate form that you fill out, an email to send it to, and phone numbers which you can contact about the process.




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How can I get export certificate from India customs?

The items need to be produced for examination to the Customs Officer along with boarding pass and passport. The goods will be examined by the Customs Officer and the particulars mentioned will be verified before an Export Certificate is issued by the Officer.

What is export certificate?

Export certificate is a document issued by the customs authority to grant VAT exemption on sales (export) of goods to a third country. The sender presents the tax office with the export certificate as proof of export.

How can I clear imported goods through customs in India?

Documents Required for Import Custom Clearance Process
  • Bill Of Entry.
  • Airway Bill/ Bill of Lading (If the Import of Goods is through Ship)
  • Commercial Invoice.
  • License related to Import.
  • Insurance certificate.
  • Purchase order/ Letter of Credit.
  • Technical write-up, literature for some specific goods like machinery, etc.


  • What are the baggage rules under customs?

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