BIMST-EC

(Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi Sectoral Technical & Economic Co-operation)

The 'NGJA' was nominated as the "Focal point" for the second term in the gem and Jewellery sub sector for the BIMST-EC which includes Bangladesh, India, Myanmar, Sri Lanka. Thailand, Nepal & Bhutan.

Facilities offered to the Exporters by the National Gem & Jewelery Authority

1. Service Fee waivers on Merchandise taken out for Trade Fairs & Exhibitions recognized by the "NGJA".
   
   
2. Service Fee waivers on merchandise taken out for Trade Fairs & Exhibitions where, Sri Lankan participation is organized by the Export Development Board.
   
   
3. Refund of Service Fee levied on unsold merchandise taken on consignment basis.
   
   
4. Special, all inclusive Service Fee of Rs. 50/00 per parcel with a FO.B. Value up to US $ 150/00; on E-Commerce - Internet Sales.
   
   
5. Round thl' clock export facilitation at the 'NGJA' Office at Air Cargo Village. Katunayake.
   
   
6. Buyer - Seller meetings with the participation of Internationally renowned companies.
   
   
7. assistance for placement under suitable Customs procedure for the entitlement of VAT and PAL exemptions. for those who import Diamonds. Gemstones. Gold etc .. for inward processing and re-export.