The timeline for applying to MEIS is one year . Is one year to be considered from the date of Export Invoice OR is it from the date of shipping Bill .
In case of SEIS , one year is considered from the of date of Export Service Invoice , am i correct in my understanding.
Debate on MEIS Scheme: Does One-Year Application Begin from Export Invoice Date or Shipping Bill Date? A discussion on the MEIS scheme timeline clarifies whether the one-year application period starts from the export invoice date or the shipping bill date. Participants suggest that the timeline begins from the shipping bill date, as indicated by the marking of 'Y' for intent to claim MEIS rewards on EDI shipping bills. References to DGFT guidelines and specific handbook paragraphs are provided for further clarification. The consensus is that the 'LEO date' is crucial for all export/import incentives, and proper declaration is necessary before submitting the shipping bill. (AI Summary)