Export of Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances

The export of narcotic drugs and Psychotropic substances are governed by estimate system. While allowing Export Authorisation, it is ensured that the annual estimated requirement in respect of a particular narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances ( as published by INCB, Vienna, Austria) does not exceed the estimated requirement in respect of the importing country. Such export authorisation are allowed by Central Bureau of Narcotics subject to following conditions :-

• Any kind of amendment as well as extension in validity of Export Authorisation would not be allowed.


• The shipment should be made in one consignment within the validity of the Export Authorisation.


• The exporter are required to submit export details immediately after effecting export.

• Application form and the Background information in the prescribed format for export of Narcotic Drugs or Psychotropic Substances and their salts.


• Original Import Certificate issued by the Govt. of the importing country certifying the official approval of the concerned Govt.


• Licence Fee of Rs. 1000/- in form of Demand Draft drawn in favour of Drawing and Disbursing Office, Central Bureau of Narcotics, Gwalior.


• Copy of valid drug manufacturing licence possessed by the exporter (in case of manufacturer on loan licence) and copy of valid drug licence for sale, distribution or exhibit (in case of merchant exporter).


• Copy of the purchase order placed by the foreign buyer for the proposed import.


• Original Transport permit issued by the State Excise Authority (in case of Narcotic Drugs)



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