Customs Clearance Checklist

Checklist

1. HS classification validated; policy/licensing checked (BIS/FSSAI/PQ/AQCS/WPC/CDSCO as applicable).
2. Incoterms and assessable value determined; valuation adjustments documented.
3. Origin certificate (preferential), licenses, registrations, EPR authorizations ready.
4. Invoice, Packing List, BL/AWB, Insurance, and technical literature compiled.
5. Pre‑arrival BE draft; eSANCHIT documents uploaded and tokens mapped.
6. Duties estimated and payment method confirmed; exemptions/notifications applied.
7. DO/surrender arranged; CFS selected; examination slot planned if required.
8. Query management owner defined; escalation path in place.
9. Gate‑out plan and last‑mile transport scheduled; DEM/DET watch active.
10. Records archived (BE/SB, assessment notes, duty challans, approvals, test reports).