The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) on February 01, 2026, notified regarding the Automation of Customs processes in import and export.
The following has been stated:
• CBIC, in line with its policy of trade facilitation, transparency, and ease of doing business, has introduced further digital and contactless measures to reduce physical interface, improve anonymity, and ensure faster clearance of goods. Based on stakeholder feedback and system experience, the Board has decided to implement Auto Goods Registration, Auto Out of Charge (OOC), and Auto Let Export Order (LEO).
• For imports, auto goods registration will be enabled on the arrival of goods for AEO T2 & T3 entities, Eligible Manufacturer Importers (as notified), importers with longstanding supply chains, and those availing Direct Port Delivery (DPD). Auto OOC will be extended to all importers, subject to payment of duty and absence of compliance requirements, supplementing the existing auto OOC facility for AEO T2 & T3 entities.
• For exports, online goods registration will be enabled for all exporters to eliminate physical interaction. A pilot project for e-seal-based auto goods registration will be launched at Nhava Sheva (INNSA1) and later extended to other ports in phases. Further, Auto LEO will be granted for facilitated Shipping Bills based on risk assessment, provided they are not selected for examination or assessment, do not require PGA NOCs, and applicable duties/cesses are paid.
• Auto OOC and Auto LEO will operate on a risk-based framework, with Customs officers retaining the power to place a system “HOLD” based on intelligence. Zonal Heads are directed to ensure strict implementation, system integration of e-seal readers, and wide publicity through Trade/Public Notices, while any operational issues are to be reported to the Board.
[Notification no. - 06/2026-Customs]
