How long does a package take to clear customs India?

Your package will probably reach you within 6 to 7 days from the time of shipment. If any duty is to be paid on the package, the courier company will collect the same from you when they deliver the package. If your consignment classifies as “cargo”, then it will take some more time for customs clearance.

How can I clear customs in Mumbai?

PROCEDURE FOR CLEARANCE OF IMPORTED GOODS

1. Signed invoice.
2. Packing list.
3. Bill of Lading or Delivery Order/Airway Bill.
4. GATT declaration form duly filled in.
5. Importers/CHA’s declaration.
6. License wherever necessary.
7. Letter of Credit/Bank Draft/wherever necessary.
8. Insurance document.

How can I contact Mumbai customs?

Customer care : 022-26156872.

What happens if my parcel is stuck in customs?

If your package is held at customs, you should contact the courier company in charge of your shipment. Normally, they should be able to help you with the customs clearing process, or even, just identifying the problem. Before contact, make sure you have the tracking number to give it to the courier to check its status.

Why do packages get stuck in customs?

Often, shipments are held up in customs to check that the contents of the package and the value of the goods were declared accurately. There is little that can be done to stop or speed up these random checks and attempts to such may just be a waste of time.

Can I clear customs myself?

If your goods have arrived at a FedEx, UPS or DHL facility in Canada, you can self-clear the items by collecting some documents and making a trip to your local Customs office. You must wait for the goods to arrive at the warehouse before you can self-clear.

Do customs work on weekends?

Originally Answered: Does USA customs work on Saturday? Of course they do. In most of the larger ports of entry, officers have rotating days off, so they are always staffed on Saturdays. That being said, some of the smaller, less used ports may not be open 24/7.