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’s Notification No. 33 /2025-26 amends the Non-Basmati Rice export policy. While still ‘Free,’ all shipments under Chapter 10 ITC (HS) codes now require mandatory contract registration with the APEDA, effective immediately.
India’s new trade policy extends the export obligation period for Advance Authorisation holders importing goods under mandatory Quality Control Orders to 18 months.
DGFT issues notice to revise SIONs for food items. Exporters and stakeholders invited to submit feedback by 5 September 2025 for clearer trade norms.
India’s DGFT has suspended Standard Input Output Norms (SIONs) for select food products. This notice affects exporters using the Advance Authorisation scheme.
The Indian government has amended the Minimum Export Price (MEP) for natural honey, lowering it from US2000toUS1400 per metric ton.
The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has issued new Standard Input Output Norms (SIONs) to streamline the export of specific chemical products.
The Indian government has imposed a Minimum Import Price (MIP) of INR 67,220 per metric ton on specific virgin multi-layer paper board imports until March 31, 2026.
DGFT amends FTP rules for diamond import authorizations, allowing a CA certificate for ITR proof and removing GST and compensation cess exemptions.
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A comprehensive checklist for DGFT compliance, covering IEC, RCMC, export schemes (EPCG, Advance Authorisation), eBRC, and other legal requirements.
