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...
DGFT allows import clearance without warehousing if authorisation is issued after shipment but before customs clearance, except for restricted or STE items.
India’s DGFT has made Shipment Details and Foreign Buyer/Consignee Details optional on ANF-2N for pharma grade sugar export authorizations, allowing any buyer/any port and later amendments.
DGFT extends the application deadline for Pharma Grade Sugar Export Authorisation to July 31, 2025. Other conditions from previous notice remain unchanged.
Bombay High Court rules against denying Cash Compensatory Scheme benefits for Castor Oil exports, stating a technical test change does not alter the product’s nature or eligibility.
DGFT issues correction to port restriction policy on imports from Bangladesh; updates HS Code from 530010 to 531010 for unbleached jute woven fabrics.
Steel Import Monitoring System (SIMS) is a government-mandated digital platform that requires importers to register specific steel imports in advance. It helps steel importers with customs clearance and other shipping requirements. It ensures transparency, prevents unfair trade practices, and provides the government with real-time data to support policy decisions—safeguarding the interests of India’s domestic steel […]
DGFT clarifies that NPOP certification is not required for organic textile exports. Exporters need Transaction Certificates from Textile Exchange, GOTS, or buyer-mandated bodies.
India’s DGFT invites stakeholder feedback on a new draft Internal Compliance Programme (ICP) for dual-use (SCOMET) item exports to enhance regulatory adherence.
Madras High Court held that classification of lightings, fixtures and fittings, etc. as ‘capital goods’ by licencing authority [DGFT] cannot be otherwise for Customs Department. Thus, customs department cannot take stand at variance with DGFT.
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