MOOWR SchemeSimplified Manufacturing & Warehousing

Import goods without upfront customs duty, optimize cash flow, reduce compliance burden, and run globally competitive operations under India’s MOOWR framework.

About the Scheme

What is MOOWR?

The MOOWR Scheme is a flagship Government of India initiative that enables duty-deferred import, storage, and manufacturing without upfront payment of Customs Duty and IGST. Designed to enhance ease of doing business, it helps companies across India optimise cash flow and improve operational efficiency.

Duty Deferment

Import capital goods and raw materials without immediate payment of Customs Duty or IGST.

Improved Cash Flow

Reduce working capital blockage and enhance liquidity for growth.

Operational Flexibility

Manufacture, store, re-pack, re-label, or re-export goods with simplified procedures.

Ease of Compliance

Digitized records, fewer approvals, and minimal physical intervention.

Key Advantages

Benefits of the MOOWR Scheme

MOOWR empowers manufacturers and traders with financial flexibility, simplified compliance, and long-term operational efficiency.

Zero Upfront Duty

No upfront payment of Customs Duty or IGST on imported capital goods and raw materials.

Seamless Import, Storage & Manufacturing

Take immediate release of imported goods into a licensed manufacturing facility.

Improved Cash Flow

Duty payment is deferred until goods are cleared for domestic sale, with no interest burden and no time limitation.

No Export Obligation

Enjoy duty deferment without export pressure — MOOWR comes with zero export obligation, unlike other schemes.

Flexible Manufacturing & Trading

Imported goods may be used for manufacturing and processing without time limits; trading-only storage is subject to warehousing limits and interest beyond 90 days.

Duty Payable Only on Domestic Sales

Pay Customs Duty/IGST only on raw material used for domestic sale , Pay Duty Only When You Sell Domestically - Customs Duty and IGST apply only to raw materials consumed in domestic sale.

No Bank Guarantee Required

Benefits are available without the need for Advance License, EPCG, AEO status, or EOU registration.

Trading Activities Allowed

Trading of imported goods is permitted, subject to applicable warehousing provisions and conditions.

Open to New Businesses

No prior import or export track record is required to avail benefits under the MOOWR scheme.

Unlimited Storage Duration

There is no time limit for storage or usage of imported goods, helping reduce inventory and operational pressure.

Eligibility

Who Can Apply?

The MOOWR scheme is ideal for:

  • Manufacturers & importers of capital goods and raw materials
  • Businesses serving domestic and export markets
  • Start-ups, MSMEs & large enterprises
  • Industries such as engineering, pharma, chemicals, automobiles, textiles, cement, packaging, and more
MOOWR Scheme
How to Apply?

Obtain a MOOWR License

In-Time Logistics specializes in end-to-end MOOWR licensing across India.

Obtain MOOWR License
  • Complete documentation and application support
  • Seamless liaison with Customs and Government authorities for faster approvals
  • Coordination of site inspections and compliance requirements
  • Ongoing operational support and SOP guidance
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Get Started with MOOWR Today

Unlock duty-deferred benefits and grow your business with ease.

Why Choose Us?

Backed by 43 years of industry leadership, we deliver fast, reliable MOOWR licensing across India. Guided by Mr. Hari Sutrave, a widely trusted leader in customs compliance, our expert team ensures seamless approvals and hassle-free implementation — so you can focus on growing your business.

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