Tax: up to 30%
Duties: up to 25%
Restricted Items: Wireless goods
Non-working days: Saturday, Sunday, and Public Holidays
Lead Time: 4-5 weeks
Best carrier option: Freight Forwarder or Courier
Prominent Languages: Hindi and English
Indian customs authorities can be very strict about the commercial transactions of each shipment. This includes the origin of each transaction, payment for the goods, and the ownership of the goods in-country. For instance, goods are often subject to revaluation at customs. Revaluations of your shipment can have dire consequences for profit margins.
India is a global tech dynamo, hosting world-class data centers and asserting itself as a key tech hub. Subsequently, the Indian technology trade is thriving.
India, however, has also established a status for its rigorous import processes. For example, essential compliance with certifications like:
Most of these permits and certifications have lengthy lead times. However, TecEx either has these or can source them on your behalf.
On top of already high import taxes, India also applies a GST rate that varies from as little as 0.25% to a high of 28%.
India shares a border of both land and water with nine countries including Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. Despite the prominence of trade, India is considered a high-risk lane. It is, therefore, important to investigate comprehensive liability cover for your goods. This also include trade agreements, like the India-Afghanistan Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA).
Indian customs authorities can be very strict about the commercial transactions of each shipment. This includes the origin of each transaction, payment for the goods, and the ownership of the goods in-country. For instance, goods are often subject to revaluation at customs. Revaluations of your shipment can have dire consequences for profit margins.
India is a global tech dynamo, hosting world-class data centers and asserting itself as a key tech hub. Subsequently, the Indian technology trade is thriving.
India, however, has also established a status for its rigorous import processes. For example, essential compliance with certifications like:
Most of these permits and certifications have lengthy lead times. However, TecEx either has these or can source them on your behalf.
On top of already high import taxes, India also applies a GST rate that varies from as little as 0.25% to a high of 28%.
India shares a border of both land and water with nine countries including Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. Despite the prominence of trade, India is considered a high-risk lane. It is, therefore, important to investigate comprehensive liability cover for your goods. This also include trade agreements, like the India-Afghanistan Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA).
How TecEx Can Help You Import into India
The import process in India is fraught with challenges, including lengthy timelines, substantial costs, technical hurdles, regulatory complexities, and communication barriers, necessitating careful planning and local expertise to navigate successfully.
Through our experience in India, we know exactly what licenses and certificates are required for your dual-use goods. TecEx will manage the entire BIS, WPC, and MTCTE certification process on your behalf.
Furthermore, TecEx has partnered with E-Waste Recyclers India (EWRI) to collect and appropriately dispose of e-waste. Find out more about our EPR process.
Our Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) shipping solution is the best entry to India solution. This service removes all the risk and responsibility from you and lets TecEx manage the entire process from pre-compliance to pick up to final delivery. TecEx can get your goods straight to the destination or data center in India.
The country’s position as a global tech hub is undeniable. Still, the intricacies of compliance certifications, coupled with additional restrictions on dual-use goods, can be a significant barrier to entry. Navigating this terrain requires specialized expertise and a deep understanding of local regulations.
Don’t let India’s regulatory complexities hold you back. TecEx is your partner in navigating this challenging landscape.
Our IOR services provide end-to-end solutions, from ensuring compliance with BIS, MTCTE, WPC, and EPR to streamlining customs clearance and delivering your products to their final destination. Focus on growth while we handle the intricate details. Let TecEx be your bridge to the Indian market.
Your global trade solution for India
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