TBM Staff - Mumbai
Starting April 1, 2025, airlines operating international flights to and from India must share detailed passenger information with customs authorities, as per a directive issued by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC).
The regulation, stemming from the ‘Passenger Name Record Information Regulations, 2022,’ requires airlines to register with the National Customs Targeting Centre-Passenger (NCTC-Pax) by January 10, 2025. Carriers must submit passenger data, including names, payment details, contact information, and travel itineraries, 24 hours before departure. The initiative aims to enhance risk analysis and border security measures.
A pilot phase, involving select volunteer airlines, will run until February 10, 2025. Full implementation will follow in phases: individual airlines from April 1, 2025, and airlines using global distribution systems (GDS) from June 1, 2025. Non-compliance could result in penalties ranging from INR 25,000 to INR 50,000 per violation.
This move aligns India’s customs framework with international practices, improving border security and modernising customs processes. It underscores the government’s commitment to leveraging advanced data analytics for enhanced interdiction and risk management capabilities.
