Licensed Customs House Agent in Bengaluru
Sea Air Cargo Systems is a Government of India licensed Customs House Agent (CHA) operating in Bengaluru since 1999. We provide end-to-end customs clearance for imports and exports at Bengaluru airport, Chennai port, and Nhava Sheva.
What you need to know
Sea Air Cargo Systems is a Government of India licensed Customs House Agent (CHA) operating in Bengaluru since 1999. We provide end-to-end customs clearance for imports and exports at Bengaluru airport, Chennai port, and Nhava Sheva.
What is a Customs House Agent (CHA)?
A Customs House Agent (CHA) is a licensed professional authorised by the Government of India to represent importers and exporters before customs authorities. CHAs handle Bill of Entry filing, duty payment, examination coordination, and cargo release. Without a CHA, businesses must navigate the complex ICEGATE portal and customs regulations themselves — a time-consuming and error-prone process.
Sea Air Cargo Systems has held a CHA license since 1999, making us one of the most experienced customs brokers in Bengaluru. Our licence covers air cargo (Kempegowda International Airport) and sea cargo (via Chennai and Mumbai ports).
Import Customs Clearance
We handle every step of import clearance: document verification (invoice, packing list, BL/AWB, IEC), HS code classification, duty calculation (BCD + IGST + cess), BOE filing on ICEGATE, examination scheduling, duty payment, and cargo release. For regulated goods (electronics, food, pharmaceuticals), we coordinate with BIS, FSSAI, CDSCO, and WPC as needed.
Our average clearance time at Bengaluru airport is 24–48 hours for green-channel cargo and 2–4 days for examination cargo. We also offer pre-arrival clearance to minimise detention and demurrage charges.
Export Documentation
For exports, we prepare Shipping Bills, GR forms, certificate of origin, and customs declarations. We coordinate with carriers for cargo acceptance and ensure compliance with DGFT regulations. Our export documentation services cover all major product categories including textiles, machinery, electronics, chemicals, and agricultural products.
Duty Drawback & RoDTEP Claims
We help exporters claim duty drawback on imported inputs used in export production, as well as RoDTEP (Remission of Duties and Taxes on Export Products) benefits. Our team maintains updated knowledge of the latest DGFT notifications and scheme changes.
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What does a CHA do in India?
A CHA (Customs House Agent) represents importers and exporters before Indian customs authorities. They file Bills of Entry and Shipping Bills, calculate duties, coordinate cargo examination, and ensure compliance with customs regulations.
How long does customs clearance take in Bengaluru?
Green-channel cargo clears in 24–48 hours. Examination cargo typically takes 2–4 days. Pre-arrival clearance can reduce this further.
What documents are needed for customs clearance?
For imports: commercial invoice, packing list, Bill of Lading/Airway Bill, IEC certificate, insurance certificate, and product-specific certificates (BIS, FSSAI, etc.). For exports: invoice, packing list, shipping bill, and certificate of origin.
Do you handle customs at ports other than Bengaluru?
Yes. We clear cargo at Chennai Port, Nhava Sheva (Mumbai), and Mundra Port through our partner network.