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In India, clearing goods through customs on behalf of an importer or exporter is done by a licensed customs broker. Here is what that licence is, how it is obtained and what to check before you appoint a broker.
Customs brokers — formerly known as customs house agents (CHAs) — are licensed under the Customs Brokers Licensing Regulations, 2018, issued by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC). The licence is granted by the customs authorities and allows the holder to transact customs business, such as filing Bills of Entry and Shipping Bills, on behalf of importers and exporters at the customs stations it covers.
Applicants must meet the eligibility conditions in the regulations and pass the customs broker licensing examination they prescribe, after which the licence is issued for a specific customs station. Fees, security requirements and procedures are set out in CBIC regulations and notifications and are revised from time to time, so check the current CBIC notification rather than relying on third-party figures for the cost of a customs broker licence.
The two roles are different: a customs broker handles clearance and compliance, while a freight forwarder arranges the movement of the cargo. Many businesses prefer one partner for both, which is the approach BLC takes — combining licensed customs expertise with air, sea and road freight, warehousing and consultancy. If you need to confirm licence details for a particular port or inland container depot, contact us and we will be happy to discuss it.