Pakistan Customs has reaffirmed that customs clearance operations at the Gabd-Rimdan border crossing remain fully functional, with the uninterrupted movement and clearance of essential commodities, particularly Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), through the border.
Official clearance data shows that from 1 June to 8 June 2026, a total of 748 Goods Declarations (GDs) covering approximately 17,353 metric tons of LPG were successfully processed and cleared through the Gabd-Rimdan border under the jurisdiction of the Collectorate of Customs Appraisement, Gwadar. These figures demonstrate the continued smooth flow of LPG imports and the effective functioning of customs clearance operations.
To facilitate the import of essential commodities, including LPG and bitumen, Pakistan Customs is processing such consignments through an expedited Green Channel clearance mechanism, ensuring prompt clearance and uninterrupted supply to domestic markets.
The Collectorate of Customs Appraisement, Gwadar has recently implemented a series of measures aimed at streamlining import clearance procedures, enhancing transparency, strengthening compliance controls, and safeguarding government revenue. These reforms have been introduced to address instances of misdeclaration, concealment, pilferage, and unauthorized removal of imported goods, while simultaneously facilitating legitimate trade.
In accordance with the Customs Rules, 2001, importers are required to complete prescribed customs formalities, including filing of import manifests, gate-in procedures, weighment, scanning, and submission of Goods Declarations prior to the movement of consignments to private warehouses. These procedures are designed to ensure transparency, regulatory compliance, and efficient trade facilitation.
The revised clearance regime was implemented following extensive consultations with the Quetta Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Gwadar Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Furthermore, the trading community was provided a one-month transition period to familiarize itself with the revised procedures and ensure smooth implementation.
The positive impact of these measures is reflected in customs revenue performance and documented trade activity. During April–June 2026, Pakistan Customs collected revenue amounting to Rs. 12,071 million against 8,245 Goods Declarations, compared to Rs. 7,861 million against 6,909 Goods Declarations during the corresponding period of the previous year. This substantial increase demonstrates the effectiveness of measures aimed at facilitating legitimate trade while curbing revenue leakage and non-compliance.
It is also pertinent to note that a limited number of consignments, primarily comprising certain iron and steel products, were not cleared by the concerned traders after entry into Pakistan due to their unwillingness to complete the prescribed customs formalities. Following consultations with the Iranian Customs authorities and in order to avoid hardship to transporters and unnecessary congestion at the border, approximately 65 such consignments were subsequently permitted to return to Iran.
Pakistan Customs remains fully committed to facilitating lawful trade, ensuring expeditious clearance of legitimate consignments, protecting government revenue, and maintaining effective enforcement of customs laws and procedures. The organization will continue to work closely with stakeholders to enhance trade facilitation, improve compliance, and support economic activity through efficient border management.
Customs clearance operations at the Gabd-Rimdan border continue without interruption, and the movement of essential commodities remains smooth and fully operational.
