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Calculate TR duty-free allowance and estimate customs duty for returning NRIs under Baggage Rules 2026
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TR Eligible — up to ₹7.50L duty-free household goods
Goods must arrive in India by 13 April 2027 (within 6 months of your return)
What's covered under TR
Used furniture (sofas, beds, dining table, cupboards)
Used home appliances (washing machine, refrigerator, microwave, TV)
Used personal clothing and accessories
Used kitchenware and crockery
Books and musical instruments (personal use)
Used computer / laptop (personal use)
Used sports equipment (personal use)
Up to 2 pets (cats/dogs) — 2+ year abroad stay, advance NOC required
New provision under Baggage Rules 2026; apply for NOC from the destination quarantine authority before shipment
New items purchased abroad
New/unused items are not covered under TR — duty applies
Alcohol and tobacco
Standard duty-free limits apply; TR does not extend these
Gather documentation before departure
Collect: passport copies showing departure and entry stamps, foreign address proof (utility bills, lease agreement), proof of employment or stay abroad (work permit, visa, employment contract).
Prepare a detailed inventory list
List every item being shipped — description, approximate value, new or used. Airlines and shipping agents require this; customs uses it for valuation.
Ship goods within the 6-month window
Goods must arrive in India within 6 months of your own arrival (or up to 6 months before). Plan sea freight (20–45 days transit) or air freight accordingly.
File a Baggage Declaration on arrival
Proceed to the Red Channel at the airport if carrying goods beyond the standard allowance. Submit the TR application to the Assistant/Deputy Commissioner of Customs at your port of arrival.
For unaccompanied goods: obtain a TR certificate first
If shipping by sea or air freight, apply to the customs office at your Indian destination city before shipment. Present the TR certificate to your shipping agent for duty-free clearance.
Pay duty on items exceeding your TR tier limit or excluded categories
Goods valued above your applicable tier (₹1.5L / ₹3L / ₹7.5L) or in excluded categories (new items, gold, alcohol) will be assessed for duty at a flat 10% rate. Keep purchase invoices and receipts.
Disclaimer: These are estimates based on standard duty rates. Actual customs assessment may vary. Engage a licensed Customs House Agent (CHA) for sea freight shipments.
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