Simplification of the clearance procedure by dispensing with the requirement of submission of various certificates to customs authorities, under the provisions of the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958, as amended-reg.

Applicable to: Indian flag merchant ships/vessels registered under the MS Act, 1958, as amended

Effective Date: 30.11.16

Superseded Circulars: None mentioned

Key Changes and Requirements

Indian flag merchant ships/vessels are no longer required to submit statutory certificates and documents to customs authorities for port clearance.

Condition: A declaration-cum-undertaking signed by the Master, stating that all statutory certificates are valid and there are no overdue surveys or audits.

Customs authorities will maintain an official record of declarations. MMDs can verify them if required.

Declaration Format: Declaration-cum-undertaking signed by the Master, stating validity of certificates and no overdue surveys/audits.

Important Note

This order aims to facilitate trade and ease business operations for Indian flag ships across Indian ports.

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