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...
A new export credit guarantee scheme has been rolled out to help MSME exporters access working capital without heavy collateral requirements. The initiative offers high guarantee coverage through a pilot framework.
The government introduces 2.75% interest relief on pre- and post-shipment export credit, helping MSMEs access cheaper working capital and expand exports.
The Court held that export consignments are regulated by the Foreign Trade Policy, not domestic food safety norms. FSSAI standards cannot be enforced unless expressly incorporated into the FTP.
The government has restricted imports of low ash metallurgical coke with ash content below 18% from January to June 2026. Higher-ash metallurgical coke remains freely importable.
The government has extended the existing MEP on Natural Honey exports. Exporters must maintain a minimum FOB price of USD 1400 per metric ton until 31 March 2026.
The MAS initiative provides financial and institutional backing for international market access activities. It prioritises MSMEs and aims to build long-term global trade linkages.
A new appendix prescribes uniform formats for letters and permissions issued to EOUs. The move streamlines procedures while allowing limited flexibility to authorities.
The government has relaxed restrictions on organic sugar exports, permitting shipments up to 50,000 MT per financial year under prescribed procedures.
The update formally amends the Handbook of Procedures to include an additional bank for gold imports, specifying validity, scope, and consumption limits.
Authorities addressed concerns over cheap chemical imports. The ruling introduces minimum CIF thresholds while exempting export-focused units from the restriction.
