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Import Definition in Indian Trade Laws: SEZ-DTA Transactions

DGFT : This article critically examines the legal definitions of Import across various legislations, analyzing their implications for SEZ...

February 18, 2025 378 Views 0 comment Print

RODTEP Annual Return Requirements and Filing

DGFT : Learn about the RODTEP Annual Return, filing guidelines, eligibility, and consequences for non-compliance with the scheme....

February 18, 2025 795 Views 0 comment Print

Procedure of APEDA Registration Cum Membership Certificate for Exporters

DGFT : Learn the step-by-step procedure for APEDA Registration Cum Membership Certificate (RCMC) for exporters in India, including requir...

January 10, 2025 978 Views 0 comment Print

New Requirements for Filing of Annual RODTEP Return (ARR)

DGFT : The Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has introduced new guidelines under Paragraph 4.94 in Chapter 4 of the Handbook of Pr...

November 18, 2024 10962 Views 0 comment Print

Registration Procedure for Obtaining IEC Code

DGFT : Learn the step-by-step procedure for obtaining an IEC code for import/export in India, including necessary documents and registrat...

August 5, 2024 1668 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


Key Trade and Commerce Highlights of India in 2024

DGFT : Review of India’s 2024 trade achievements, including FTAs, export growth, Bharat Mart launch, digital trade platforms, and key s...

December 27, 2024 270 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Implements Faceless Automation for Input Output Norms

DGFT : DGFT modernizes foreign trade by automating ad-hoc Input Output Norms fixation, enhancing ease of business for exporters. Learn ab...

June 22, 2024 648 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC Implements Electronic Disbursal of Duty Drawback

DGFT : CBIC introduces electronic disbursal of duty drawback directly to exporter's bank accounts via PFMS, enhancing transparency and ef...

June 5, 2024 837 Views 0 comment Print

Govt allows Export of 99,150 MT Onion to Six Countries amid domestic concerns

DGFT : Government of India has sanctioned export of 99,150 metric tons (MT) of onions to six neighboring countries, namely Bangladesh, UA...

April 28, 2024 441 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Partners with DHL to enable MSMEs to explore international markets

DGFT : Read about the collaboration between DGFT and DHL to boost Indian e-commerce exports. Learn how this MoU signing aims to empower M...

March 14, 2024 486 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


No opportunity is being provided to petitioner: Delhi HC directs DGFT to reconsider

DGFT : Writ petitions were filed challenging the minutes of meeting held on 08.11.2024, though which TRQ (Tariff Rate Quota) allotted to ...

January 10, 2025 384 Views 0 comment Print

Classification of product justified once DGFT proceeds to issue MEIS Scrip: Delhi HC

DGFT : Delhi High Court observed that once the DGFT had proceeded to issue the MEIS scrip to the writ petitioners, they would have been j...

December 4, 2024 318 Views 0 comment Print

Denial of MEIS benefit due to technological glitches in DGFT portal not justified: Bombay HC

DGFT : In these shipping bills, the Petitioner, the Petitioner’s Customs brokers inadvertently declared the Petitioner did not intend t...

November 22, 2024 1239 Views 0 comment Print

Delhi HC Grants Extension for Rs. 50 Lakh DGFT Penalty Due to DRI Delay

DGFT : Delhi HC grants Chintamani Sharma & Sons 6 weeks to submit documents for Rs. 50 lakh DGFT penalty, citing DRI's role in delayed su...

September 23, 2024 438 Views 0 comment Print

HC allows Provisional Release of Second-Hand Specialized Equipment on Deposit of Enhanced Duty

DGFT : Madras High Court directed provisional release of Second-hand Highly Specialized Equipment - Digital Multifunction Print, Copying ...

September 20, 2024 192 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


TRQ Application Process for Gold Import Under India-UAE CEPA

DGFT : Guidelines for filing TRQ applications for gold bullion imports under India-UAE CEPA for FY 2025-26. Deadline: 28th Feb 2025....

February 16, 2025 333 Views 0 comment Print

Guidelines for Importing Premium Frozen Duck Meat in India

DGFT : India restricts premium frozen duck meat imports to 3-star and above hotels, requiring authorization for distributors. Direct impo...

February 14, 2025 114 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Guidelines for Petroleum Coke Import Allocation 2025-26

DGFT : DGFT invites applications for CPC and RPC import allocation for 2025-26. Submission deadline: Feb 28, 2025. Eligibility and proced...

February 13, 2025 117 Views 0 comment Print

Mandatory Online Submissions for FTDR Act Compliance

DGFT : DGFT mandates online document submission and fee payments for FTDR Act proceedings, eliminating paper submissions to enhance ease ...

February 13, 2025 333 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Warns Against issue of Manual Certificates of Origin

DGFT : DGFT mandates electronic Certificates of Origin via Trade Connect. Manual certificates issued after deadlines will be invalid and ...

February 11, 2025 381 Views 0 comment Print


Certificate of Origin | Export to Nepal | Foreign Trade Agreement (FTA) | Preferential Trade Agreement

December 12, 2019 22122 Views 4 comments Print

Similarly, for exports to Nepal under South Asian Free Trade Area (SAFTA) and SAARC Preferential Trading Arrangement (SAPTA), the Preferential Certificate of Origin shall be applied and issued only from this platform with effect from 18th December 2019.

Validity of Increased Rate of MEIS till 31 Dec​ember​ 2019 only?

December 10, 2019 1158 Views 0 comment Print

Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has recently issued a Public Notice ​​(PN) No. 47/2015-2020 dated 07 December 2019 in relation to change in MEIS rate. It has been notified that, except products listed in Annexure to this Public Notice, ​​​​Additional 2% MEIS (as provided in PN No. 44 dated 05 Dec 2017, PN No. […]

Advance Authorisation Scheme under FTP

December 9, 2019 26175 Views 4 comments Print

Article discusses Benefit for Advance Authorisation License holder, Who can Avail the Benefit of Advance Authorisation, Maximum limit for the License value, How to Avail the Benefit under Advance Authorisation, Conditions for Advance Authorisation scheme, Currency for the realization of Export Proceeds, Validity period of the License, Time limit for fulfillment of Export Obligation (EO), […]

How to gain competitive edge in international markets & trade fairs?

December 7, 2019 816 Views 0 comment Print

Trade fairs are a great way to unlock huge potential to generate new business and expand business to new/emerging markets. Participating at a trade fair where you would be meeting exhibitors from many countries, is in itself a huge opportunity. Let’s prepare thoroughly and make the most of this opportunity! We can help you prepare […]

Changes in MEIS rates

December 7, 2019 12792 Views 0 comment Print

Except entries/ products listed in the Annexure the additional 2% benefits under MEIS will be available for entries/products mentioned in Public Notice 44 dated 05.12.2017. Public Notice 02 dated 01.05.2018, Public Notice 13 dated 12.06.2018 and Public Notice 28 dated 08.08.2018 for exports made till 31.12.2019 only .

Corrigendum to DGFT Notification No. 31/2015-2020 dated 13th November 2019

December 6, 2019 6414 Views 0 comment Print

Central Government hereby notifies that the Notification No.31/2015-2020 dated 13th November, 2019 and published in the Gazette of India , Extraordinary vide number S.O. 4097(E) dated 13th November, 2019 shall be effective from the date on which Section 88 (b) of the Finance (No. 2) Act, 2019 (23 of 2019) is notified by the Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance. Government of India. Hence, the Notification No.31/2015-20 dated 13th November, 2019 is not effective till amendment of First Schedule to the Customs Tariff Act as specified in the Fifth Schedule to the Finance Act is notified.

All Industry Rate available to Deemed Export Supplies

December 4, 2019 3033 Views 1 comment Print

DGFT has recently made amendments in chapter 7 of FTP 2015-2020, wherein they have allowed industry to take benefit at All Industry Rate of Duty Drawback schedule notified by department of revenue in case of deemed export supply.

Inclusion of Agencies in Appendix 2G as Pre-Shipment Inspection Agencies

December 4, 2019 2751 Views 0 comment Print

Additional Agencies arc notified as PSIAs, validity of existing PSIAs has been extended, additional area of operation and instruments have been added Rif the existing PSIA

DGFT amends Import policy for Toys /Dolls

December 2, 2019 4611 Views 0 comment Print

Import policy for Toys/Dolls etc: Import policy for Toys /Dolls and similar other recreational goods under any chapter will be governed by BIS standards as specified in Policy Conditions 2 of Chapter 95.

STP to submit new Service Exports Reporting Form (SERF) on Monthly Basis

November 26, 2019 13068 Views 0 comment Print

STP will have to submit Service Exports Reporting Form (SERF) as in Annexure VI for capturing services exports data for the specified services as in Annexure V.

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