SCMTR compliance governs new Vizhinjam EXIM operations, restricting cargo to direct port delivery, direct port entry and regulated transshipment.

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....EXIM cargo operations at Vizhinjam International Seaport commence from 18 August 2026, subject to mandatory compliance with the Sea Cargo Manifest and Transhipment Regulations, 2018. Imports are limited to Direct Port Delivery-eligible full-container-load containers, which must move directly to importers' premises within 48 hours; LCL, loose cargo, and containers requiring de-stuffing or CFS examination are prohibited until a CFS operates. Exports are limited to Direct Port Entry of factory-stuffed, self-sealed or Customs-sealed full-container-load containers. Road transshipment to and from notified Customs stations is permitted through registered carriers using ICEGATE manifests, bonds and tamper-proof seals. Stakeholders must complete prescribed SCMTR registrations and electronic arrival and departure manifest filings.....