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EXIM Code Registration & Renewal in Nepal

Complete guidance for import-export code registration and renewal. Navigate the Department of Customs procedures with expert assistance and hassle-free documentation.

EXIM Code Registration Process

Step-by-step guidance for obtaining your import-export code from the Department of Customs, Nepal

Required Documents

  • Industry/Firm Registration Certificate
  • Memorandum & Articles of Association
  • Citizenship Certificate (all shareholders/partners)
  • PAN/VAT Certificate
  • Bank Guarantee: NPR 300,000* (A-class bank)
  • Bank Account Recommendation Letter
  • Recent Photograph of Applicant
  • Business Location Map
  • Excise Duty License
  • Application Form (from DOC website)
*Bank Guarantee requirement removed for FY 2082/83 as per budget speech

Registration Steps

  • Register company at Department of Commerce or Department of Industry
  • Pay rajaswa to registering authority based on company capital
  • Download application form from Department of Customs website
  • Obtain Bank Guarantee (minimum 1 year validity)
  • Scan all documents and upload to EXIM Portal
  • Submit physical copies to Department of Customs
  • Submit Original Bank Guarantee letter upon receiving license
  • EXIM Code issued within 1 week of complete submission
  • Code is unique and remains same throughout company existence
  • Annual renewal is mandatory before fiscal year ends
EXIM Code Format Explained: The 13-letter code represents: 9 digits (PAN number) + 01/02 (sole proprietorship/partnership) + 2-digit software-generated unique number + “NP” (Nepal). Example: 1234567890147NP where 123456789 is the PAN, 01 is sole proprietorship, 47 is unique identifier, and NP represents Nepal.

EXIM Code Renewal Process

Annual renewal requirements and procedures to maintain your import-export trading rights in Nepal

1

Login to Portal

Access EXIM Portal at https://nnsw.gov.np/exim/renewal using your EXIM code as username

2

Fill Details

Enter EXIM code, renewal date, type (Export/Import/Both), and upload required documents

3

Make Payment

Pay renewal fee online via ConnectIPS or through bank payment and submit voucher

4

Submit & Verify

Submit documents physically to Customs Department for final verification and renewal

Documents Required for Renewal

  • Bank Payment Voucher
  • Tax Clearance Certificate
  • Company Certificate
  • Bank Guarantee Extension (if required)
  • Previous year’s auditor report
  • Industry/Company registration certificate
  • Proof of tax payment

Renewal Fees & Penalties

Timeline Fee/Fine
Before Asar End NPR 1,000 (No Fine)
Before Ashoj End NPR 1,500 (+ 500 fine)
Next Asar End NPR 2,000 (+ 1,000 fine)
After Next Asar NPR 11,000/year (+ 10,000 fine)
After 5 Years Code Auto-Cancelled (Re-register)
Important Information: You can renew your EXIM code online up to 5 years from the renewal due date. After 5 years, the code is automatically cancelled and you must apply for fresh registration. Early renewal before Asar end prevents all penalties and additional fines.

Important EXIM Code Information

Key details about code validity, cancellation, and reactivation procedures

Code Validity & Cancellation

Code Permanence: Your EXIM Code remains the same throughout your company’s existence. The code uniquely identifies your organization in import-export trade records.

Cancellation Reasons: The Department of Customs may cancel your EXIM Code due to unpaid taxes, voluntary cancellation requests, or bank guarantee cancellation. However, upon request and after clearing all pending taxes and submitting required documents, the code can be reinstated.

Reactivation: If your code is cancelled, you can apply for reactivation by clearing all outstanding taxes, extending your bank guarantee, and submitting relevant compliance documents to the Department of Customs.

Portal Access: EXIM Portal Login: https://nnsw.gov.np/exim/registration | Renewal Portal: https://nnsw.gov.np/exim/renew

Simplify Your EXIM Code Process

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