DGFT Article, News Analysis Notification, Circulars, Policy Circulars, Press Release and Instructions issued by Direct General of Foreign Trade on Trade
DGFT : Learn what an ICEGATE Bill of Entry is, how to file it, required documents, status tracking, customs clearance process and common ...
DGFT : Policy article questions DGFT’s annual IEC updation process, legal basis, data handling, compliance burden and portal practices ...
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 : 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 : Allahabad High Court held that additional conditions for DFIA imports were contrary to binding judgments and dismissed the PIL....
DGFT : Bombay High Court held that SION Entry E75 permits import of maize without restricting its variety, allowing popcorn maize under t...
DGFT : The Rajasthan High Court held that policy decisions relating to the Foreign Trade Policy and the Hand Book of Procedure cannot be ...
DGFT : The Gujarat High Court held that exporters may apply for RoDTEP benefits even if the claim was not mentioned in the shipping bills...
DGFT : The Gujarat High Court held that exporters who exported sugar with the prescribed permission of the Directorate of Sugar were enti...
DGFT : DGFT Notification No. 25/2026-27 restricts S-PVC imports at or below USD 0.766/kg for six months, with exemptions for EOUs, SEZs a...
DGFT : DGFT amends HBP 2023 to notify India-UK CETA TRQ procedures, quotas, eligibility, allocation process and import conditions under P...
DGFT : DGFT Notification No. 24/2026-27 amends ITC (HS) 2022 Schedule-I to align with the Finance Act, 2026, with immediate effect....
DGFT : DGFT has invited comments on a proposal to exempt export consignments up to ₹10,000 FOB value from RCMC requirements under FTP 2...
DGFT : DGFT Public Notice 22/2026-27 invites India-UK CETA TRQ applications for specified CBU vehicle imports from 21 July to 04 August 2...
Notification 30/2025-26 amends India’s import policy. ATS-8 imports valued under US$111/kg are restricted until Sep 30, 2026. Exemptions apply for EOUs and SEZ units.
DGFT notification amends export policy for animal by-products used in pet food, requiring veterinary inspection and certification in line with EU regulations.
DGFT Public Notice amends the Handbook of Procedures, 2023, allowing for corrections to unutilized and untransferred Duty-Free Import Authorizations (DFIAs) for ease of business.
India’s DGFT has notified a new Standard Input Output Norm (SION) for Acetyl Salicylic acid tablets, streamlining the process for issuing Advance Authorisations.
The DGFT clarifies that the Minimum Import Price (MIP) for Virgin Multi-layer Paper Board does not apply to EOUs, SEZ units, and imports under Advance Authorization schemes.
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.
