Required Documents

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Required Documents

3 Qs
01

What documents are required for importing goods into India?

The core documents for India import are: Bill of Entry, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and Bill of Lading or Airway Bill.

02

What is a Certificate of Origin and when is it required?

A Certificate of Origin proves where your goods were made — it's required to claim reduced or zero duty under Free Trade Agreements.

03

What is a Bill of Lading vs an Airway Bill?

A Bill of Lading is for sea freight; an Airway Bill is for air freight — both are the key transport documents needed for customs clearance.

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