Export under advance authorisation

[kamal chordia]

Dear Sir

If a manufacturer exporter importing goods under advance authorisation and after process export the finished goods.

Can he avail benefit of MEIS under chapter 3 incentive scheme of DGFT.

Please clarify.

Thanks & regards

Kamla

AI Summary

Exporter Eligible for MEIS Benefits if Declaration of Intent Included; Recent Amendments Simplify Claim Process with 'Y' Selection. A manufacturer-exporter inquired about eligibility for the Merchandise Exports from India Scheme (MEIS) benefits when exporting finished goods processed from imports under advance authorization. Respondents confirmed eligibility, provided the exporter includes a declaration of intent in the export invoice and shipping bill. One respondent noted that according to a recent amendment, selecting 'Y' in the system during the filing process suffices for claiming MEIS benefits without a mandatory declaration. The discussion emphasized the importance of proper documentation to avail of the incentives.