Cautioning Advisory to Trade concerning alleged demands of illegal gratification in the name of Customs Officers

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....Cautioning Advisory to Trade concerning alleged demands of illegal gratification in the name of Customs Officers - Reg. It has been brought to the notice of this office that in certain instances, some Customs Brokers (CHA) and other intermediaries seem to be demanding money from importers/exporters over and above their legitimate service charges, citing alleged demands by Customs Officers for f....

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....ent and corruption-free services to all stakeholders. Any demand of money by Customs Officers for clearance of goods or for performance of any official function is against the CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964 and the said act is illegal and punishable under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. 3. The trade is hereby advised not to encourage such corrupt practices by making any payments to Customs B....

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....y the due provisions and only by online mode through Icegate portal. 5. In case any Customs Broker or any other intermediary seek money citing demands by Customs Officers or in the name of Customs handling charges, any demand from Customs officers directly or if any importer/exporter faces any harassment or undue delay in clearance of goods at any Container Freight Station/Port examination area....