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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 381 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 801 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 273 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 387 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


Modification in procedure of Container Movement Permission– reg

May 16, 2018 1281 Views 0 comment Print

Henceforth, all Steamer Agents / Importers, who have furnished bonds for duty free import of containers with the Container Cell, JNCH, will intimate the following details through e­mail addressed to Asstt. Commissioner of Customs, Container Cell, JNCH on the e-mail address containercell.jnch@gov.in before movement of containers from the Port.

Increase in validity period of Chapter 3 Duty Credit Scrip: clarification

May 16, 2018 759 Views 0 comment Print

Attention of the exporters, importers, custom brokers, other members from trade & industries and all concerned are invited to Trade Notice No. 08/2018­19, dated 15th May, 2018 issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) on the above subject.

Clarification regarding DGFT Notification No. 4 & 5 on import policy of Peas

May 16, 2018 918 Views 0 comment Print

The Directorate General of Foreign Trade has been receiving a number of queries seeking clarification on the Notification No 04/2015-20 dated 25th April, 2018 vide which the import policy of Peas under Chapter 7 of the ITC(HS) 2017 has been amended.

Implementation of India & Mozambique MOU for import of pulses

May 16, 2018 921 Views 0 comment Print

As per Article 3 (2) of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Government of the Republic of Mozambique and Government of the Republic of India on cooperation in the field of production and marketing of pigeon peas, both parties have agreed to target export of 1,50,000 MT of pigeon peas and other pulses grown in Mozambique to India during 2018-19.

Operationalisation of draft Food Safety and Standards (Import)

May 15, 2018 633 Views 0 comment Print

Attention of the Importers, Exporters, General Trade, Custom Brokers and all other stakeholders in the jurisdiction of JNCH, Nhava Sheva is invited to the “Notice for operationalisation of draft Food Safety and Standards (Import) Second Amendment Regulations, 2018 issued by the Director (Import)

Public Notice No. 33 dated 23.10.2017 applied to all scrips under Chapter 3 of FTP

May 15, 2018 2772 Views 0 comment Print

It is noted that all chapter 3 scrips are being issued under the provisions of the Handbook of Procedures 2015-20, which has been amended in the Public Notice 33 dated 23.10.2017. In view of above, the members of the Trade and the Customs field formations may please note that the Public Notice 33 dated 23.10.2017 applies to all scrips issued under Chapter 3 of FTP irrespective of the FTP period.

Important amendments in Appendices issued under FTP, 2015-20

May 14, 2018 1452 Views 0 comment Print

(i) Now Advance Authorization for Annual Requirement can also can be issued where Ad hoc norms exist for the resultant product. (ii) Enabling provision is made to submit manual BRCs and self attested copy of Exporter Copy of shipping bill. (iii) Other amendments made to bring clarity and harmonise documentation requirements for EODC.

Inclusion of GIA, Israel and GIA, Japan as authorized laboratories for certification/ grading of diamonds of 0.25 carat and above

May 14, 2018 333 Views 0 comment Print

Gemological Institute of America, Israel and Gemological Institute of America, Japan are included in paragraph 4.74 of Handbook of Procedures (2015-20) for certification/ grading of diamonds of 0.25 carat and above.

Submit complete documents as provided in Appendix 4E for cases relating to NC-4: DGFT

May 14, 2018 1857 Views 0 comment Print

Non-submission of complete Appendix 4E, containing technical details, chemical reactions and data sheet for advance authorisation applications on self declaration basis under Para 4.04 and 4.07 of HBP for cases relating to NC-4.

Enhanced Rates for items / Services in MEIS Appendix 3B /Appendix 3D

May 11, 2018 4143 Views 0 comment Print

The rates for items under MEIS Appendix 3B / Service categories in Appendix 3D which were enhanced in the Mid Term review are continued beyond 30.06.2018.

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