EXIM Code Registration

EXIM Code Registration is the mandatory legal authorization under the Customs Act, 2064, required for any entity intending to engage in the commercial import or export of goods across Nepal’s borders.

Category Business Registration

Introduction: EXIM Code Registration

In the globalized economy of Nepal, an EXIM Code Registration is the definitive “passport” for your business’s international trade operations. While a company registration allows you to exist, the EXIM code—issued by the Department of Customs—grants you the legal authority to move cargo through any land port or airport in the country.

Securing your EXIM Code Registration Nepal via Present Consultants Private Limited ensures your business can bypass the bureaucratic hurdles of cross-border logistics. This 13-digit code is essential for clearing customs, opening letters of credit (LC), and making foreign currency payments through commercial banks. Our team ensures your registration is handled with technical precision, positioning your entity as a legitimate player in the international market .

Legal Requirements: Compliance Under the Customs Act, 2064 and Export Import Control Act, 2033

The legal framework for international trade in Nepal is strictly governed by the Customs Act, 2064, and the Export Import Control Act, 2033. Under Section 13 of the Customs Act, the government mandates that any person or firm involved in the import or export of goods must be registered and obtain an EXIM Code.

Attempting to import or export commercial quantities without a valid EXIM code is a violation that permits the Department of Customs to seize goods and impose heavy fines under Section 57 of the Act.

Mandatory Identification: No commercial consignment can be cleared through any Customs Office unless the importer or exporter quotes their unique EXIM code on the Declaration Form (प्रज्ञापन पत्र).
Digital Integration: The EXIM code is digitally linked to the Nepal National Single Window (NNSW), ensuring real-time synchronization between Customs, the IRD (VAT/PAN), and commercial banks.
Compliance with Prohibitions: Under the Export Import Control Act, 2033, traders must strictly adhere to the list of “Prohibited” or “Restricted” goods as updated periodically in the Nepal Gazette.
Annual Renewal: To maintain an active status, the code must be updated annually in the customs system.

Process: EXIM Code Registration

1. Digital Form Fill u

The process begins with an electronic application via the NNSW portal. We meticulously enter the company’s name, registered address, capital structure, and detailed shareholder information to align perfectly with your corporate records.

2. Physical File Preparation

Our team compiles the necessary dossier for physical verification. This includes the rent agreement, the Nagrikta (Citizenship) of directors, a recent electricity bill, and the official Sharelagat to verify the company’s ownership and capital structure.

3. Verification and Approval by Department of Customs

We coordinate the submission and verification with the Department of Customs. Officials review the digital profile and physical documents to ensure the company meets all compliance and capital standards required for international trade.

4. Certificate Issuance by Department of Customs

Upon successful verification and the payment of the revenue, the Department approves the system entry. We then facilitate the issuance of your official EXIM Code Certificate, enabling you to commence global trade immediately.

Ready For EXIM Registration

Take Your Business Global with a Compliant EXIM Code. Don’t let customs complexities or technical errors in the Single Window portal delay your international shipments. Contact Present Consultants Private Limited today to handle your EXIM Code Registration Nepal with expert accuracy, ensuring your cross-border trade starts on a solid legal foundation.