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The National Revenue Authority (NRA) has introduced a mandatory banking verification requirement for customs clearance, as per its public notice released on August 14, 2025.
The National Revenue Authority (NRA), following a meeting with commercial banks and Clearing and Forwarding Agencies, wishes to inform importers, clearing agents, and the public that all payments related to customs transactions will now be subject to comprehensive banking verification, overseen by the NRA’s Customs Services Department.
According to NRA, all bank deposit slips must be presented to the assigned Customs Officers for authentication before clearance procedures can proceed.
This measure, according to NRA, is aimed at ensuring that every payment is properly verified prior to granting permission for the clearance of any consignment to help minimize the risk of errors or discrepancies that could result in financial losses or operational delays.
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Finally, the National Revenue Authority urges all importers and clearing agents to fully cooperate, as it is highly appreciated.
