The India–UAE trade corridor is NG Pillai's strongest lane. We handle customs clearance at both ends, Certificate of Origin for CEPA duty benefits, bonded storage, and door-to-door freight — backed by AEO certification that places shipments we handle within the trusted supply chain recognised by UAE Customs at Jebel Ali.
The India–UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), in force since 1 May 2022, provides preferential tariff rates on over 90% of Indian goods exported to the UAE. For eligible commodities, duty drops to 0–5% versus the standard UAE 5% Customs Duty on most goods.
Claiming CEPA benefit requires a valid Certificate of Origin (Form CoO-UAE) issued by a designated Indian authority (Export Inspection Council, FIEO, Commodity Board, or respective Chamber of Commerce), and goods must meet the Rules of Origin criteria — either sufficient value addition in India, or a qualifying change in tariff heading during Indian manufacture.
NG Pillai prepares and submits CoO applications on your behalf. We advise on which issuing authority applies to your commodity, verify Rules of Origin compliance, and ensure the CoO is ready before the cargo departs — avoiding delayed release at Jebel Ali.
Not every product exported from India qualifies for CEPA benefit. We assess your HS code, manufacturing process, and value-addition level against the Rules of Origin schedule, and advise whether CEPA preferential duty applies and what documentation is needed to prove it.
AEO–MRA advantage: India and UAE have signed a Mutual Recognition Arrangement (MRA) between their AEO programmes. Shipments handled by NG Pillai as your AEO-certified broker are processed as part of a trusted supply chain. For exporters who are themselves AEO-certified, the MRA provides direct expedited treatment at Jebel Ali — lower physical examination rates and priority release. Ask us how to maximise your MRA benefit.
Shipping Bill filing, AEO-accelerated customs clearance, LEO, inland trucking or rail to port, freight booking on JNPT–Jebel Ali or Delhi IGI–Dubai lanes, CoO preparation.
FCL and LCL ocean freight from JNPT and Mundra to Jebel Ali. Air freight from IGI Delhi and Mumbai to Dubai, Sharjah, and Abu Dhabi airports. Weekly departures on all modes.
Dubai Customs clearance, CEPA duty benefit application, duty payment, and release from Jebel Ali Container Terminal (JACT) or DP World terminals. Through our UAE agent network.
Bonded and duty-paid warehousing in JAFZA or Jebel Ali Free Zone for goods awaiting re-export to GCC, Africa, or onward to Asia. Break-bulk and distribution to UAE importers.
| Commodity | Typical Export Volume | CEPA Status | Key Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Textiles & Garments (RMG) | FCL / LCL | Eligible (0% on most codes) | CoO-UAE, fabric origin verification |
| Pharmaceuticals & API | Air / FCL | Eligible (reduced rate) | WHO-GDP, MOHAP registration in UAE |
| Engineering Goods & Machinery | FCL / Project | Eligible (most HS chapters) | CoO-UAE, country of origin marking |
| Jewellery & Gems | Air (secure) | Eligible | BIS hallmarking, declared value |
| Food Products & Spices | FCL / LCL | Eligible (most food codes) | FSSAI, Dubai Municipality clearance |
| Chemicals & Specialty Inputs | ISO Tank / FCL | Varies by HS code | MSDS, IMDG (if DG), ESMA clearance |
| Construction Materials | FCL Bulk | Varies | ESMA conformity, test certificates |
We review commodity, HS code, and invoice value. We confirm CEPA eligibility, Rules of Origin compliance, and advise on Certificate of Origin issuing authority. Rate and routing provided within 2 hours.
We prepare CoO application with supporting documents (commercial invoice, packing list, manufacturing declaration). Submitted to EIC/FIEO/Chamber. Typically issued within 1–2 working days.
Shipping Bill filing, AEO-expedited processing, Let Export Order. Cargo sealed and handed to shipping line at JNPT or Mundra, or to airline at IGI Delhi / Mumbai.
Ocean: 8–14 days JNPT/Mundra to Jebel Ali. Air: 2–4 days IGI to Dubai. Pre-alert sent to UAE agent 48 hours before arrival with full document set.
Dubai Customs declaration filed. CoO submitted for CEPA preferential duty rate. Trusted-chain AEO status supports expedited processing at Jebel Ali. Duty paid and cargo released from Jebel Ali / Dubai Airport.
Delivery to UAE importer's premises, or transfer to bonded / duty-paid warehouse for storage, re-packing, or onward distribution to GCC or other markets.
Share your commodity, volume, and timeline. We'll advise on CEPA eligibility, Certificate of Origin, routing, and rate — and handle both ends.
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