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Import Cargo is received by DIAL from Airlines on said-to-contain and said-to- weigh basis as per Import General Manifestation (IGM). "Delivery of the consignment is effected against the Delivery Order from the airline and after Customs 'out of charge' on payment of applicable DIAL charges". Import cargo which remains unclaimed beyond 30 days of landing is liable to be disposed off in terms of Section 48 of the Customs Act, 1962. DIAL is not associated in examination of contents of packages at any stage. Examination is carried out by Customs in the presence of consignee or their authorized representative(s). The free storage period is 5 working days, the date of flight arrival counting as the first day. Shipments that are not cleared within 5 days are subject to demurrage charges as per applicable charges.
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