Shipping Bill Key Customs Terms Every Exporter Must Understand

In this blog, we break down each of the 11 status fields in detail:

  • Difference between IGST Paid Exports vs LUT-Based Exports
  • Meaning of Jobbing, Re-Export, and DFRC
  • Whether you should opt for RoDTEP, Duty Drawback (DBK), or MEIS
  • When customs opts for Assessment and Examination
  • Which export types require a DGFT License

Each point is explained with examples from an actual Shipping Bill filed at LCS Raxaul for exports to Nepal under land transport mode.

This export is a standard commercial shipment to Nepal via road through Raxaul LCS. It was manually assessed and physically examined by customs. The exporter is not claiming any government export incentives or refunds like MEIS, DBK, or RoDTEP, and the goods are not re-exported or under job-work. The export is with payment of IGST, not under LUT, and is eligible for IGST refund via ICEGATE

📌 SECTION A – BASIC EXPORT DOCUMENT DETAILS

📦 SECTION B – COMMODITY & VALUATION DETAILS

📝 SECTION C – PROCESSING & APPROVALS

🔖 OTHER TERMS MENTIONED

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