Care of Export/Import Cargo

AAI handles export cargo for over 55 operating airlines. Export cargo is required to be brought in "ready for carriage condition" with proper packing, labelling, numbering etc. prominently marked on all sides of packages, duly accompanied by a 'Carting Order' from concerned airline, Airway Bill, Shipping Bill, Baggage Declaration, for admission of cargo. Terminal Storage & Processing charges are to be paid to the AAI at the Bank/AAI counter in the export wing.

Care of Export Cargo

Cargo remains under the care and responsibility of Passenger/Shipper/Agent in the examination area till it is handed-over to AAI after Customs. If cargo is cleared by Customs after issue of "Let Export Order", Passenger/Shipper/Agent shall hand over the same to AAI for transfer to Bonded Area. AAI, after receiving on said to contain basis, is responsible for the cargo handed-over to it at the 'Bonded Gate' by the Agent/Shipper till the cargo is released to the airline for transfer of goods. The Cargo is received, processed and handled by AAI on said to contain basis and AAI is not associated in the examination of contents of packages at any stage. The examination is carried out by Customs in the presence of the shipper or his authorized agent. Loaders’ service for physical handling of packages is available at no extra charges.

Care of Import Cargo

Import Cargo is received by AAI 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 AAI 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. AAI 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).