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📘 What is CIMS?

Mandatory online registration system for Steam Coal import.

👤 Who Must Register?

All importers under ITC HS Chapter 27.

⏱ Registration Validity

Registration is valid for 75 days.

CIMS Guidelines

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Import Policy of Steam Coal appearing in Chapter 27 of ITC (HS), 2017, Schedule − I has been changed from ‘free’ to ‘free subject to compulsory registration’ under Coal Import Monitoring System (CIMS).

CIMS requires importers to submit advance information online for import of Steam Coal. On submission, an automatic unique Registration Number is generated. No manual documents are required.

Importer can apply for online registration from 60 days before arrival till Zero Day of consignment at gateway port. Registration remains valid for 75 days.

Registration fee of Rs. 500 is payable electronically for each registration number.

Registration Number and expiry date must be entered in the Bill of Entry for Customs clearance.

Online Registration facility is available from 15th February 2021.

• Other Related Information
  • On successful registration, a Unique Registration Number (URN) starting with “COA” is sent to the IEC holder’s registered mobile number and email ID.
  • CIMS allows viewing of previous online registrations. Incomplete applications not submitted on the DGFT portal are also available for review and further action.
  • Any change in applicant’s mobile number or email ID must first be updated in the DGFT IEC database through the online IEC modification system.
  • Importers failing to register information in advance or furnishing incorrect data in the CIMS module will attract punitive action, including action under the FTDR Act, 1992.
  • CIMS operates on a 24×7 basis. Importers are advised to complete registrations well in advance to avoid business disruptions.
  • For any difficulty in filing online registrations, contact Dr. Manik Chandra Pandit, Economic Advisor, Ministry of Coal, Room No. 06, 9th Floor, Lok Nayak Bhawan, New Delhi – 110003, Phone: 011-24635949 or Email: manikc[dot]pandit[at]nic[dot]in, cims-coal[at]gov[dot]in