CUSTOMS LAWS

Customs law is one of the most complicated laws in India. Our specialization in understanding the very minute aspect of transaction helps our clients in complying with complex legal provision. We provide comprehensive advisory services to help businesses understand and meet customs compliance requirements effectively.

Classifying a product in Harmonised Systems of Nomenclature (‘HSN’) requires an in-depth analysis not only legal but more importantly from products specifications standpoint. We have a vast experience in handling classification assignments of large corporates and making them fully compliant with customs tariff law.

Resolving customs disputes demands specialized knowledge and advocacy skills. We assist/ represent clients in customs litigation including an end-to-end approach till the stage of Tribunal (CESTAT/Appellate Tribunal), and alternative dispute resolution processes to achieve favourable outcomes.

We conduct detailed assessments to evaluate your current customs compliance practices. We also review products’ classifications to ensure they align with customs regulations and minimize the risk of classification disputes along with verifying valuation methods used for customs purposes to ensure compliance with valuation rules.

Navigating customs duty refund claims requires meticulous preparation and documentation. Refunds under Customs can be required in case of excess payment of duty, pursuant to Appeals/Tribunals courts decisions, etc. We assist clients in preparing and filing refund claims, ensuring compliance with customs procedures and maximizing eligible refunds.

Bonded manufacturing allows an importer manufacturer to defer customs duties on import of goods till goods are cleared. We assist corporates in obtaining MOOWR license by evaluating the cost benefit analysis as well as provide compliance services related to MOOWR. Some of our clients have hailed us as one of the best MOOWR consultants in India.

AEO is a prestigious accreditation as a ‘secure trader’ for an organisation present in International supply chain. We guide businesses through the process of applying for AEO certification. Our experts ensure all documentation and requirements are meticulously prepared and submitted to customs authorities for efficient processing and approval.

We assist in reviewing Rules of Origin under Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and address pre-CAROTAR issues and challenges. We also assist in process review (including contractual documentation) post CAROTAR and assistance in clearance of ongoing imports/ live consignments (submission of CAROTAR details, provisional assessments, etc.)

Advocacy is considered as the best substitute of litigation for getting what we want. GABA & CO. support its clients in making representation before the policy makers with matters adversely affecting their business.

Advocacy is considered as the best substitute of litigation for getting what we want. GABA & CO. support its clients in making representation before the policy makers with matters adversely affecting their business.