Refund Policy
This policy explains when payments may be refundable for applications submitted on the KAAC Trade Licence portal.
1. Non-Refundable Fees
Application processing fees are generally non-refundable once submission is completed and processing has begun. This includes:
- Trade Licence application fees
- NOC application processing charges
- Temporary Trading Permit fees
- Licence renewal charges
Note: Processing begins immediately upon successful payment confirmation.
2. Refundable Scenarios
Refunds may be processed in the following specific circumstances:
2.1 Duplicate Payments
In case of accidental duplicate payments for the same application, a refund may be processed after verification. This includes:
- Multiple payments for the same application ID
- System-generated duplicate transactions
- Payment gateway errors resulting in multiple charges
2.2 Failed Applications
Refunds may be considered for applications that fail due to system errors or technical issues:
- Portal system failures during submission
- Payment gateway technical errors
- Server connectivity issues
- Data corruption during transmission
2.3 Cancelled Applications
Applications cancelled before processing begins may be eligible for refund:
- Cancellation within 24 hours of payment
- No processing activities initiated
- Valid cancellation reason provided
3. Failed Transactions
Amounts deducted due to payment gateway failure will be auto-reversed by the issuing bank as per their timelines:
- Failed payment gateway transactions
- Bank server connectivity issues
- Insufficient funds scenarios
- Card authentication failures
Processing Time: Bank reversals typically take 3-7 business days.
4. Refund Process & Timeline
Step-by-Step Refund Process:
- Refund Request: Submit written request with supporting documents
- Verification: KAAC team reviews and validates the request
- Approval: Refund approved if criteria are met
- Processing: Refund processed through original payment method
- Confirmation: Refund confirmation sent via email
5. How to Request a Refund
To request a refund, please contact us with the following information:
- Email Subject: "Refund Request - [Application ID]"
- Application ID: Your unique application reference number
- Payment Reference: Transaction ID or payment receipt number
- Reason for Refund: Detailed explanation with supporting evidence
- Contact Information: Phone number and email for follow-up
- Supporting Documents: Payment receipts, error screenshots, etc.
6. Refund Timeline
Request Review
3-5 business days
Approval Process
1-2 business days
Refund Processing
5-10 business days
7. Exclusions & Limitations
The following scenarios are NOT eligible for refunds:
- Applications processed and approved
- User errors in application submission
- Incomplete or incorrect information provided
- Change of mind after submission
- Business closure or change of plans
- Applications rejected due to non-compliance
8. Contact Information
For refund-related queries and requests, please contact:
📧 Refund Support Email:
support@taxation.karbianglong.co.in
Please include "REFUND REQUEST" in the subject line for faster processing.
⚠️ Important Notice
All refund requests are subject to review and approval by KAAC authorities. The decision of KAAC regarding refund eligibility is final and binding. Processing fees and administrative charges may apply to approved refunds.
Last Updated: August 2026
This Refund Policy is effective as of the date stated above and supersedes all previous versions.