Peshawar – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) announced a new system to inspect Afghan transit trade containers using rail-based scanning under the Non-Intrusive Inspection (NII) framework. The system will prevent damage to goods, reduce delays, and improve border security.
FBR will scan 30 percent of all imported and exported containers using X-ray or gamma-ray technology without affecting their integrity. Officials will also scan some green channel consignments to ensure careful handling during transport. The system will roll out in phases and extend to non-containerized and loose cargo.
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Improving transparency
The NII system lets officials detect theft, damage, or suspicious items during transit. FBR will integrate scanned images into the Customs Risk Management System (CRMS) and centralized audit systems following the WCO SAFE framework. Authorities will scan 100 percent of Afghan transit containers. AI algorithms will match images at entry and exit points to verify consistency with traders’ declarations.
Officials will identify prohibited or dangerous goods, including weapons, narcotics, and radioactive materials. This prevents illegal items from entering the supply chain. Terminal operators and service providers must keep NII devices active 98 percent of the time. Devices must meet standards, including scanning steel up to 340 mm deep.
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Ensuring effective supply chain
Authorities will encrypt scanned images and send them in real time to the Chief Commissioner to prevent tampering. Officials say the system will increase transparency, reduce dwell time, and improve revenue collection. The measures will strengthen international supply chain safety and protect domestic trade.
