Osmani Law Associates is recognized as one of the Best Customs Law Firms in Karachi Pakistan, providing end-to-end legal services in Customs Law, Import & Export Regulations, FBR matters, trade compliance, customs disputes, and litigation.
With decades of experience representing importers, exporters, clearing agents, shipping companies, manufacturers, and multinational businesses, our customs lawyers in Karachi regularly appear before Pakistan Customs Authorities, Adjudicating Officers, Customs Appellate Tribunal, High Courts, and the Supreme Court of Pakistan.
We combine technical customs knowledge, commercial understanding, and strong litigation expertise to protect our clients from penalties, confiscations, delays, and revenue exposure.
✔ Specialized Customs & Import Export Lawyers
✔ Strong experience with FBR & Pakistan Customs
✔ Expertise in PACCS / WeBOC systems
✔ Proven record in confiscation & penalty cases
✔ Representation before Customs Appellate Tribunal
✔ Support for overseas traders & multinational companies
✔ Strategic advisory & preventive compliance
Pakistan Customs operates under the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) and is responsible for regulating international trade, revenue collection, and border control.
Import & export clearance of legitimate cargo
Trade facilitation & regulatory enforcement
Prevention of smuggling & contraband goods
Collection of customs duty, sales tax & federal excise
Enforcement of trade-related prohibitions & restrictions
Our customs lawyers in Karachi Pakistan ensure full legal compliance while safeguarding clients against excessive enforcement actions.
The customs legal regime in Pakistan is primarily governed by:
The Customs Act, 1969
Customs Rules, 2001
SROs, Valuation Rulings & FBR Notifications
Allied fiscal statutes & trade policy orders
We advise on interpretation, compliance, litigation, and appeals under all customs-related laws.
The Pakistan Customs Computerized System (PACCS)—now integrated into WeBOC—is a fully automated customs clearance system.
TARIP – Tariff & Integrated Policy
INTRA – Integrated Regulatory Authorities
ECHO – Enhanced Cargo Handling
ACCESS – Automated Customs Clearance System
Our PACCS & WeBOC experts in Karachi assist clients with:
System-based clearance disputes
Valuation & classification objections
Detention & examination issues
Regulatory approvals & delays
Understanding international trade documents is essential for customs compliance.
A Letter of Credit (LC) is a bank-issued financial instrument ensuring payment against compliant shipping documents. Our lawyers advise on:
LC discrepancies
Back-to-back & revolving LCs
Customs implications of LC violations
A Bill of Lading is proof of shipment, title, and contract of carriage. Errors often lead to customs disputes, confiscation, or penalties.
We handle:
BL discrepancies
Ownership & consignee disputes
Misdeclaration cases
Incorrect use of Incoterms frequently leads to valuation disputes and penalties.
Seller pays freight to port of shipment; buyer bears insurance and post-shipment risk.
Seller delivers goods to first carrier and arranges minimum insurance.
Risk transfers when goods are delivered to carrier; suitable for multimodal transport.
Seller pays carriage; risk passes upon delivery to carrier.
Risk passes at quay side of port of shipment.
Risk passes once goods cross ship’s rail.
Our customs lawyers in Karachi Pakistan advise on correct Incoterm usage to prevent misdeclaration, valuation disputes, and customs penalties.
Pakistan Customs frequently initiates actions for:
Misdeclaration
Under-valuation
Wrong classification
Smuggling allegations
Short-landing & pilferage
Confiscation proceedings
Penalty & personal liability cases
Show-cause notices
Arrest & prosecution matters
We represent clients before:
Adjudicating Officers
Collector (Appeals)
Customs Appellate Tribunal
High Courts & Supreme Court
Our customs litigation lawyers in Karachi prepare strong factual and legal defenses, ensuring maximum relief.
Preventive Customs deals with:
Smuggling interdiction
Intelligence-based seizures
Inland enforcement actions
We provide urgent legal representation in raids, seizures, and detention matters.
Beyond litigation, we offer preventive legal advisory, including:
Customs compliance audits
HS classification advice
Valuation planning
Risk management strategies
Regulatory approvals & exemptions
25+ years of customs & trade law experience
In-depth understanding of FBR & Customs procedures
Strong litigation & appellate practice
Practical business-oriented advice
Confidential & strategic handling of sensitive matters
Q: What is the main Customs law in Pakistan?
A: The Customs Act, 1969, read with Customs Rules, 2001.
Q: Can customs confiscate imported goods?
A: Yes, in cases of misdeclaration, smuggling, or legal violations.
Q: Where can customs orders be appealed?
A: Before Collector (Appeals), Customs Appellate Tribunal, and High Courts.
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