ATA Carnet – How to temporarily import into foreign countries, yet save duties & taxes
What is ATA Carnet
ATA Carnet, also known as, ‘Passport for Goods’ is an international customs document that expedites temporary imports into foreign countries with relief from duties and taxes. It facilitates duty free entry into a participating foreign country for up to one year. The Carnet contains the appropriate Customs clearance documentation, and can do away with security deposit or guarantees in the country of importation.
Currently ATA Carnet is recognized by 72 countries around the globe. In India, FICCI after appointment by the Indian Government, facilitates and administers the operation of ATA Carnet System in the country.
FICCI is India’s Sole National Issuing & Guaranteeing Association for ATA Carnets
Key Benefits of ATA Carnet
- Can be used for multiple trips throughout the period of its validity and covers over 72 countries
- Allows a reduction of delays and a standardization of vital procedures
- Eliminates the need to complete all the different paperwork for Customs clearance in India and overseas
- Saves money: No need to put down a ‘bond’ every time entering a foreign country
- Carnet guarantees to foreign customs that the goods will be re-exported timely
FICCI’s role in National Issuing and Guaranteeing Association for ATA Carnet
We,
- Issue and Endorse Carnets.
- Guarantee the payment of duties and taxes to customs (both domestic and foreign) authorities
- Work closely with the Ministries of Finance, External Affairs, Commerce & Industry, and Customs Office for smooth functioning
How to get ATA Carnet
Carnet Application Form Security Guarantee Invoice Proforma Processing Fees
You can also Apply Online
For more information please visit: www.atacarnet.in
For further queries, please contact:
Mr. Nirankar Saxena, Senior Director, FICCI & Head-ATA Carnet | Ms S. Vijayalakshmi, Deputy Director, FICCI
Tel: +91-11-23765335 (D) | More
Tel: +91-11-23765335 (D) | More
Hi.
We have some questions about ATA carnet.
Next week, We plan to enter to INDIA with carnet, however, our India partner company wants to get the certification from KCCI, when they enter to INDIA.
But, they didn’t teach us how to upload on FICCI or how to get that certification which is needed to Import clearance.
Could you please give us about the process or Web link to upload on FICCI?
Thank you