meis and drawback query

[satbir singhwahi]

sir

Received query from customs '' PLS SUBMIT EXPLANATION REGARDING AVAILMENT OF MEIS AND DBK '' for export of garments against igst claim.Kindly guide , is there any restriction on availment of both meis and dbk.

[CSSANJAY MALHOTRA]

No restriction. Both are available as benefits under different statues. Drawback is refund of Import duty paid on Inputs and is factored in All Industry Rate of Drawback where MEIS is an incentive for Exports made to specified countries.

[satbir singhwahi]

thanks Sir pls guide relevant clauses i can reply custom officials notice.

[CSSANJAY MALHOTRA]

Refer to issue ID 108660

[satbir singhwahi]

Thanks Sir.

AI Summary

Exporters Can Claim Both MEIS and Duty Drawback for Garments with IGST; No Legal Restriction Found A query was raised regarding the eligibility to claim both the Merchandise Exports from India Scheme (MEIS) and Duty Drawback (DBK) for the export of garments with an IGST claim. A customs official requested an explanation on this matter. An expert clarified that there is no restriction on availing both benefits as they are provided under different statutes: DBK is a refund of import duty on inputs, while MEIS is an export incentive for specified countries. The original inquirer sought guidance on relevant clauses to respond to the customs notice.