Procedure for submitting “advance intimation” of at least 72 hours from importer availing DPD Facility to shipping lines. reg.

Advance intimation requirement: authorised customs brokers may submit pre-arrival DPD notices with prescribed authorisation and documentation.

Importers using the DPD Facility must send an advance intimation to shipping lines at least seventy-two hours before arrival with bill of lading, consignment details, DPD client code and stacking code, copying Customs, the CFS/transport operator and terminal operator. Alternatively the original endorsed bill of lading may be submitted in advance to obtain an electronic delivery order. Authorised customs brokers may submit the intimation if they attach a scanned colour authorisation naming the broker and providing required contact details and DPD permission; the broker must use the email in the authorisation and copy the importer.