Import / export of exhibits, including construction and decorative materials required for the temporary stands of the foreign/ indian exhibitors at the exhibitions, fair or similar show or display for a period of six months on re- export / re-import basis, shall be allowed without a licence on submission of a certificate from an officer of a rank not below that of an Under Secretary to the Government of India in the Ministry of Commerce and Industry or an officer of the Indian Trade Promotion Organization duly authorised by its Chairman in this behalf, to the effect that such exhibition, fair or similar show or display, as the case may be,

(i) has been approved or sponsored by the Government of India in the Ministry of Commerce and Industry or the India Trade Promotion Organization and

(ii) is being held in public interest.

Extension beyond six months for re-export / re-import will be considered by the Customs authorities on merits. Consumables such as paints, printed material, pamphlets, literature etc pertaining to the exhibits need not be re- exported / re-imported.