- I Paid A Bribe
- 14 years ago
- 384 views
Customs officers scare you to pay bribes
- Customs, Excise and Service Tax
- Customs Check and Clearance
- Paid INR 2,000
I had the unfortunate incident of being forced to pay a bribe at Rajiv ********** Intl airport, Hyderabad. I brought two laptops with me (a personal one which I planned to take back and one as a gift). It is my understanding that one laptop can be imported into India but the customs officer would have none of it. In his own words he mentioned that the duty is levied by Govt and the amount is fixed by the Govt. Having arrived in India without much money (plus I had to buy a domestic flight ticket) I told him I cannot pay the Rs. 5000 custom duty for the laptop. The officer (K. Srinivasa **********) quickly said "well how much can you pay" and he took $40 from me and signed the customs form saying that I am not carrying any dutiable items. This was done in full view of other airport personnel. Suggesting that the whole gang at the airport exit is involved in the show.