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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 366 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 750 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 10956 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 312 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 114 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


Extension of validity of Pre-shipment Inspection Agencies to 30.06.2019

April 11, 2019 531 Views 0 comment Print

Validity of the Pre-shipment Inspection Agencies (PSIAs) as listed in the Appendix 2G of A&ANF, whose validity expires on or before 30.06.2019, is extended up to 30.06.2019.

Scale of Fee for application for reimbursement of benefits under TMA

April 5, 2019 972 Views 0 comment Print

Scale of Fee for application for reimbursement of benefits under Transport and Marketing Assistance (TMA) notified. PUBLIC NOTICE NO. 02/(2015-2020)

Validity period of export authorisation for restricted (Non-SCOMET) goods extended

April 4, 2019 771 Views 0 comment Print

Para No. 2.16 (a) of HBP of FTP 2015-20 has been amended to enhance the validity period of export authorisation for restricted (Non-SCOMET) goods from 12 months to 24 months.

Advance Authorization Scheme under GST

April 3, 2019 58518 Views 8 comments Print

The vision behind the Foreign Trade Policy continues to be focused on making India a significant participant in world trade and on enabling the country to assume a position of leadership in international trade. The Policy is issued once in Five Years and the Current Policy is for the period 2015 – 20, Mid Term […]

Discontinuation of physical MEIS/SEIS scrips wef 10.4.2019

April 3, 2019 5745 Views 0 comment Print

In order to improve ease of doing business, it has been decided to discontinue issue of physical copy of MEIS/SEIS scrips by DGFT Regional Authorities with effect from 10.4.2019. To start with, this facility of paperless scrip will be available for EDI ports only, and will not be available for non-EDI/ SEZ ports.

Imports of Maize (feed grade) under TRQ Scheme for 2018-19

April 3, 2019 1923 Views 0 comment Print

(a) Import of 1 lakh MT of feed-grade Maize (corn) under TRQ is allowed.(b) Applications invited from STEs for import of feed-grade Maize (corn) under the TRQ scheme @ 15% Customs duty and meant only for Actual Users. Import for trading purpose is not allowed.

Withdrawal of TRA facility for MEIS/SEIS scrips on or after 10.04.2019

April 3, 2019 4407 Views 0 comment Print

TRA facility for scrips issued from all ports (except SEZ and non EDI ports) has been withdrawn for MEIS/SEIS scrips issued on or after 10.04.2019.

4 notifications Restricting import of Peas and Pulses

April 1, 2019 2523 Views 0 comment Print

Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce & Industry has issued the Notifications (i) S.O. No.1478 (E) dated 29th March, 2019, (ii) S.O. No.1479 (E) dated 29th March, 2019, (iii) S.O. No.1480 (E) dated 29th March, 2019 and S.O. No.1481 (E) dated 29th March, 2019, restricting import of Peas and Pulses.

Online filing of MEIS applications in respect of SEZ shipping bills

March 29, 2019 1716 Views 0 comment Print

Online filing, processing and system based approval of MEIS applications in respect of SEZ shipping bills- The Directorate has been on regular basis taking measures to simplify the implementation of the FTP Schemes by establishing processes which are smooth, free from manual interface and are quick and efficient.

Procedure to apply for Scheme for Rebate of State and Central Levies and Taxes

March 29, 2019 9570 Views 2 comments Print

Addition of provisions under the Handbook of Procedures for implementation of the Scheme for Rebate of State and Central Taxes and Levies, as notified by the Ministry of Textiles for issuance of scrip for RoSCTL under a MEIS type mechanism

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