DGFT Article, News Analysis Notification, Circulars, Policy Circulars, Press Release and Instructions issued by Direct General of Foreign Trade on Trade
DGFT : This article critically examines the legal definitions of Import across various legislations, analyzing their implications for SEZ...
DGFT : Learn about the RODTEP Annual Return, filing guidelines, eligibility, and consequences for non-compliance with the scheme....
DGFT : Learn the step-by-step procedure for APEDA Registration Cum Membership Certificate (RCMC) for exporters in India, including requir...
DGFT : The Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has introduced new guidelines under Paragraph 4.94 in Chapter 4 of the Handbook of Pr...
DGFT : Learn the step-by-step procedure for obtaining an IEC code for import/export in India, including necessary documents and registrat...
DGFT : Review of India’s 2024 trade achievements, including FTAs, export growth, Bharat Mart launch, digital trade platforms, and key s...
DGFT : DGFT modernizes foreign trade by automating ad-hoc Input Output Norms fixation, enhancing ease of business for exporters. Learn ab...
DGFT : CBIC introduces electronic disbursal of duty drawback directly to exporter's bank accounts via PFMS, enhancing transparency and ef...
DGFT : Government of India has sanctioned export of 99,150 metric tons (MT) of onions to six neighboring countries, namely Bangladesh, UA...
DGFT : Read about the collaboration between DGFT and DHL to boost Indian e-commerce exports. Learn how this MoU signing aims to empower M...
DGFT : Writ petitions were filed challenging the minutes of meeting held on 08.11.2024, though which TRQ (Tariff Rate Quota) allotted to ...
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...
DGFT : In these shipping bills, the Petitioner, the Petitioner’s Customs brokers inadvertently declared the Petitioner did not intend t...
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...
DGFT : Madras High Court directed provisional release of Second-hand Highly Specialized Equipment - Digital Multifunction Print, Copying ...
DGFT : Guidelines for filing TRQ applications for gold bullion imports under India-UAE CEPA for FY 2025-26. Deadline: 28th Feb 2025....
DGFT : India restricts premium frozen duck meat imports to 3-star and above hotels, requiring authorization for distributors. Direct impo...
DGFT : DGFT invites applications for CPC and RPC import allocation for 2025-26. Submission deadline: Feb 28, 2025. Eligibility and proced...
DGFT : DGFT mandates online document submission and fee payments for FTDR Act proceedings, eliminating paper submissions to enhance ease ...
DGFT : DGFT mandates electronic Certificates of Origin via Trade Connect. Manual certificates issued after deadlines will be invalid and ...
DGFT has issued a notification amending the import policy for cigarette lighters. The notification prohibits the import of gas-fueled pocket lighters, both non-refillable and refillable, under certain HS codes. However, import is allowed if the CIF value per lighter is Rs. 20/- or above. This article provides an introduction to the notification, analysis of the revised import policy, and concludes with the impact of the amendment.
DGFT has liberalized and simplified the policy for exporting drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) from India for civilian end uses. This decision aligns with the Foreign Trade Policy 2023 and aims to promote the export of high-tech items like drones. Learn more about the policy changes and their implications.
Bombay High Court resolves Tru-Sprag Freewheels Pvt Ltd vs. Union of India case, directing customs and DGFT to rectify exporters’ procedural errors, ensuring EPCG Scheme benefits. The court’s intervention leads to systemic improvements and the petitioner’s issue resolution.
Explore the implications of the Supreme Court’s judgment in the Cosmos Films case on the pre-import condition and its impact on exporters benefiting from the Advance Authorization scheme. The article analyzes Circular No.16/2023-Cus issued by the CBIC, aiming to provide clarity on recrediting/refunding taxes due to the judgment. Delve into the background of the Foreign Trade Policy amendments, the Gujarat High Court’s intervention, and the subsequent Supreme Court ruling.
DGFT Notification No. 14/2023, has introduced amendments to Category 5B of Appendix 3 (SCOMET Items) to Schedule 2 of the ITCHS classification. The amendments simplify and liberalize the SCOMET policy for the export of drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The notification provides details on the revised categories, including exemptions and conditions for General Authorization for Export of Drones (GAED). Read more for a comprehensive analysis of the amendments and their impact.
DGFT issued a public notice, Public Notice No. 19/2023-DGFT, announcing amendments to Category 5B of the Appendix 3 (SCOMET List) of the Handbook of Procedures 2023. The amendments introduce a new procedure for granting General Authorization for Export of Drones (GAED) for unmanned aerial vehicles, including drones and remotely piloted air vehicles. This notice outlines the policy, eligibility criteria, application process, and post-shipment requirements for exporters. Read more for a detailed analysis of the amendments and their implications.
DGFT has issued a public notice announcing an amendment to Appendix 2T of the Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) 2023. The amendment includes the addition of the Export Promotion Council for Medical Devices in the list of export promotion councils/commodity boards. This update enables the council to issue Registration-Cum-Membership Certificates (RCMC) for various medical devices and related products.
DGFT issued a policy circular outlining the procedure for applying for the Amnesty scheme for a one-time settlement of default in export obligation by Advance and EPCG authorization holders. In case of difficulties faced with the online application, exporters can now utilize a standalone website to submit their applications in manual mode. This circular provides detailed instructions for filing the application and processing it through the Regional Authorities.
“Get updated on the recent trade notice by DGFT for the EOP extension and EODC issuance process for Annual Advance Authorisation cases. Discover how the new processes aim to simplify and digitalize procedures.
DGFT Notification No. 13/2023-DGFT amends export policy of items under HS Code 2610, specifically related to Chrome Ore. Understand the revised export policy and policy conditions for different categories.
