Direct and Indirect Tax

Customs duty is a tax imposed by governments on goods imported into or exported from a country. It is levied to regulate trade, protect domestic industries, and generate revenue.

Pay Custom Duty Online

  • Authorised Agency Bank 
  • HDFC Bank is an authorised Agency bank for collection of Custom Duty through online platform.
  • Modes of Payment 
  • Customers can pay their custom duty through Retail Netbanking, Corporate Netbanking, Cards, UPI, and QR code with HDFC Bank.
  • Timings 
  • Payment can be initiated and authorised from 4:00 AM till 10:00 PM.

    Customers are requested to authorise the transaction completely within prescribed time window for same day payment of Custom Duty. Transactions pending for authorisation beyond prescribed time window will be expired and customers will have to re-initiate payment on ICEGATE portal on next day.
  • Transaction Status 
  • Interim report for pending transactions is now available for corporate netbanking users (before authorization for Corporate net banking users).
  • Customers now receive instant transaction status updates.
  • Additionally, customers are advised to use ‘Verify’ option on ICEGATE portal under ‘Incomplete Transactions’ to get the updated status from bank.
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FEES & CHARGES

Collection Modes  Surcharge 
Credit Card (Visa/Master card/Diners)  0.72% (Onus) 
0.8% (Offus) 
Debit Card (Visa/Master)  Nil 
UPI  Nil 
Retail/Corporate Net Banking  Nil 
Commercial Card (HDFC bank only)  Nil

User guide for how to pay custom duty

Cards (Credit/ Debit Card)

UPI or QR code

Corporate Net Banking

Retail Net Banking

Frequently Asked Questions

In India, customs duties encompass several components, including Basic Customs Duty (BCD), Additional Customs Duty (ACD), Education Cess, Anti-Dumping Duty, Safeguard Duty, Protective Duty, Social Welfare Surcharge, National Calamity Contingent Duty, and Integrated Goods and Services Tax (IGST).

Failing to pay customs duty in India can lead to penalties and fines. The Importer of Record is responsible for settling customs duties and associated fees. Delayed payments may result in a Notice of Penalty and additional late payment fines.

In India, the essential documents for Customs Duty e-Payments include the commercial invoice and the air waybill. Depending on the shipment’s origin, destination, and type of goods, you may need additional documents like a Certificate of Origin or an Export/Import license.

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Authorised Agency Bank

HDFC Bank is officially designated as an authorised agency for collecting customs duty through our online platform.

Payment Methods

You can settle your Custom Duty payments via HDFC Bank's Retail and Corporate NetBanking services.

Payment Timings

Payments can be initiated and authorised between 4:00 AM and 10:45 PM. Complete the authorisation within this window to ensure your Custom Duty payment is processed the same day. Transactions not authorised in this timeframe will expire, and you will need to re-initiate the payment on the ICEGATE portal the next day.

Checking Transaction Status

To verify your payment status, use the 'Verify' option under 'Incomplete Transactions' on the ICEGATE portal for the most recent updates from the bank.

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Convenient Access

Allows payments from anywhere, anytime, using an internet connection, eliminating the need for physical visits to customs offices.

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24/7 Availability

Payment portals are accessible round-the-clock, enabling users to make payments at their convenience.

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Real-Time Processing

Payments are processed instantly, reducing delays and expediting customs clearance.

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Secure Transactions

Advanced encryption and security measures to ensure safe and secure payment processes.

Automated Receipts

Generates electronic receipts upon payment, providing instant proof of transaction and easing record-keeping.

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