Phased Implementation of Electronic Cash Ledger (ECL) in Customs w.e.f 01.04.2023
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Electronic Cash Ledger payments for customs liabilities commence in phases, requiring courier shipment payments through the ledger.
Electronic Cash Ledger is being implemented in phases for customs payments from 1 April 2023. It operates through non-interest-bearing deposits that may be used to pay customs duty, integrated tax, compensation cess, interest, penalties, fees, and other liabilities. Courier shipment payments must be made through ECL from 1 May 2023, while specified transactions and TR-6 challan payments remain exempt pending later migration. Registered importers, exporters, customs brokers, couriers, and eligible UIN holders may deposit funds and make payments through the ICEGATE portal. Unused balances may be used later or claimed through the ECL refund process.