IGNOU : M.COM : IBO 4 : UNIT 5 : Q - 3. What are the supporting documents to be submitted along with the shipping Bill for getting customs permission for exports?

 Ans. The document on which customs give clearance for export is the Shipping Bill

The clearing and forwarding agent is to file following documents with the Customs House :

i) Shipping Bill (4-5 copies)

ii) Contract/ correspondence leading to the contract (Original)

iii) Letter of Credit, where applicable (Original)

iv) Commercial Invoice (one for each of the shipping Bill)

v) GR Form (Original and Duplicate)

vi) Inspection Certificate (Original)

vii) AR 4/AR 5 Form (Original and Duplicate)

viii) Packing list, if needed

ix) Any other document needed by the customs