DGFT Article, News Analysis Notification, Circulars, Policy Circulars, Press Release and Instructions issued by Direct General of Foreign Trade on Trade
DGFT : DGFT has automatically extended the Export Obligation period up to 31 August 2026 for eligible EPCG and Advance Authorisation hold...
DGFT : The article argues that DGFT’s annual IEC updation forces exporters to repeatedly submit data already available with government ...
DGFT : A new mandate requires scroll generation within 72 hours for key export schemes. This ensures faster benefit realization and impro...
DGFT : ICEGATE is the official CBIC portal that allows importers and exporters to manage customs processes online. Registration enables b...
DGFT : The sharp reduction in RoDTEP rates under Notification No. 60/2025-26 directly impacts exporter margins and ERP accruals. Finance ...
DGFT : Commerce Ministry reforms DGFT Norms Committees to improve disposal of Advance Authorisation applications and strengthen export fa...
DGFT : The issue addressed was fragmented access to trade information. The initiative introduces a unified platform and mobile app to enh...
DGFT : The government extended the RoSCTL scheme without changes to maintain stability for exporters. The decision ensures continued tax ...
DGFT : The DGFT launched a focused campaign to expedite EODC issuance and clear pending export obligations. The initiative resulted in a ...
DGFT : Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has launched a guidebook mapping 12,167 HSN Codes to 31 ministries, aiming to improve policy,...
DGFT : The Delhi High Court set aside DGFT’s communication placing an importer in the “Denied Entity List” after finding violation ...
DGFT : The Court set aside the DGFT order imposing penalty and customs duty demand for alleged EPCG export obligation default. The matter...
DGFT : The court held that when an importer claims that a licence is not required under a notification, authorities must first consider t...
DGFT : The Supreme Court held that a trade restriction cannot bind importers unless published in the Official Gazette. Website uploads or...
DGFT : The Court upheld exemption from customs duty and AIDC for consignments landing by 30 June 2023 with qualifying Bills of Lading. Re...
DGFT : DGFT has authorized the Porbandar District Chamber of Commerce & Industries to issue Non-Preferential Certificates of Origin. The ...
DGFT : DGFT has included the India-Oman CEPA in Para 2.88(a) of the Handbook of Procedures. The amendment enables exporters to obtain Cer...
DGFT : DGFT has invited comments on proposed amendments to Schedule-II of ITC (HS) 2022 to align export policy provisions with changes in...
DGFT : DGFT has widened QCO/BIS exemptions for SEZ Units and Developers by allowing imports of all permissible goods required for authori...
DGFT : DGFT has amended import conditions for specified silver products by requiring a valid Import Authorisation for eligible imports. T...
The DGFT amended the import policy for specific silver jewellery (ITC HS codes 71131141 & 71131149) from Free to Restricted, effective Sept 24, 2025, until Mar 31, 2026.
DGFT clarifies export process for 2G Ethanol under HS Code 22072000, requiring authorization, BIS compliance, and certification from accredited agencies.
DGFT allows the export of 2G ethanol produced from non-food cellulosic materials like agricultural residue and wood biomass, subject to valid export authorization and feedstock certification. This ensures low CO2 emissions and prevents competition with food crops.
DGFT updates SCOMET List in ITC(HS) 2022 under Export Policy. The revised list will take effect 30 days from 23 Sept 2025, aligning with global regimes.
DGFT clarifies that all spices are ineligible for import under the DFIA scheme due to their classification under Appendix 4J, which requires pre-import conditions.
Notification 30/2025-26 amends India’s import policy. ATS-8 imports valued under US$111/kg are restricted until Sep 30, 2026. Exemptions apply for EOUs and SEZ units.
DGFT notification amends export policy for animal by-products used in pet food, requiring veterinary inspection and certification in line with EU regulations.
DGFT Public Notice amends the Handbook of Procedures, 2023, allowing for corrections to unutilized and untransferred Duty-Free Import Authorizations (DFIAs) for ease of business.
India’s DGFT has notified a new Standard Input Output Norm (SION) for Acetyl Salicylic acid tablets, streamlining the process for issuing Advance Authorisations.
The DGFT clarifies that the Minimum Import Price (MIP) for Virgin Multi-layer Paper Board does not apply to EOUs, SEZ units, and imports under Advance Authorization schemes.
