Every registered exporter of bulk tea, packet tea, tea bags, and instant tea is required to obtain a Registration-cum-Membership Certificate (RCMC) from the Tea Board of India under the Foreign Trade Policy of the Government of India. This certificate is applicable to businesses engaged in the import and export of tea and is a prerequisite for holders of exporter licences and distributor licences to carry out import-export activities and avail themselves of applicable import-export benefits.
Clearance Certificate for import and export of tea
What is Clearance Certificate for import and export of tea
Who Can Apply for Clearance Certificate for import and export of tea
Registered tea importers.
Registered tea exporters.
Businesses holding a valid Tea Board Importer Licence.
Businesses holding a valid Tea Board Exporter Licence.
Tea manufacturers engaged in importing or exporting tea, subject to applicable licensing requirements.
Merchant exporters dealing in bulk tea, packet tea, tea bags, and instant tea, subject to applicable requirements.
Documents Required for Clearance Certificate for import and export of tea
- Copy of Import Export Code issued by DGFT
- Copy of Tea Board's exporter license
- Declaration in the company letter head to the effect that the applicant is regularly submitting monthly export returns (including NIL returns) to Tea Board
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Role of Shamkris and Process of Clearance Certificate for import and export of tea
Shamkris adopts a results-oriented approach to ensuring compliance with the mandatory requirements for obtaining the Application. With a simple and guided methodology, Shamkris helps organizations achieve the necessary application in a timely and cost-effective manner. Shamkris offers 100% support in advisory, guidance, and compliance, ensuring smooth processing for obtaining the application.
The Application acquisition process described below:
Advisory for the document required
Preparation of documents as per application & list of documents.
Certificate File
Inspection by the department if required
Certificate department
Certificate issued
Yearly Compliance if Applicable
Renewal when due
Who can issue Clearance Certificate for import and export of tea
FAQ
It is a certificate issued through the Tea Board of India’s Tea Council portal for applicable tea import and export consignments.
Importers and exporters of tea must obtain the applicable clearance certificate as required by Tea Board regulations.
Bulk tea, packet tea, tea bags, and instant tea may be covered, subject to the applicable requirements.
The Tea Board of India administers the clearance process through its Tea Council portal.
Yes. Importers and exporters must hold the applicable Tea Board licence or registration required for their activity.
Applicants can access the Tea Council portal, provide the required consignment details, upload supporting documents, and follow the prescribed application procedure.
Importers and exporters should follow the Tea Board’s applicable consignment-clearance requirements before importing or exporting tea.
Documents may include the relevant Tea Board licence, invoice, consignment details, and other supporting documents specified for the particular clearance process.
The business must first meet the applicable Tea Board licensing and registration requirements before undertaking regulated import or export activities.