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...
The Government extends the RoDTEP scheme for DTA and SEZ exports, with revised rates effective from October 10, 2024. Full details are provided in the notification.
Export of Non-Basmati White Rice is now allowed, subject to a minimum export price of USD 490/tonne, under revised policy effective immediately.
India allocates 5841 MT sugar for export to the EU under TRQ for 2024-25, with APEDA overseeing the process. Certificate of Origin required for preferential exports.
DGFT extends import authorisation validity for restricted IT hardware imports until December 31, 2024, with fresh applications required from January 2025.
Delhi HC grants Chintamani Sharma & Sons 6 weeks to submit documents for Rs. 50 lakh DGFT penalty, citing DRI’s role in delayed submission.
Madras High Court directed provisional release of Second-hand Highly Specialized Equipment – Digital Multifunction Print, Copying & Scanning Machines imported prior to notification no. 13/2024-2025 on deposit of enhanced duty amount.
DGFT amends Chapter 5 of HBP 2023 to ease compliance for EPCG authorizations, reducing annual reporting requirements and extending reporting periods.
DGFT clarifies that SEZ units can import specific items exempt from recent restrictions under ITC codes as per Policy Circular No. 06/2024-25.
DGFT updates import policy for fresh areca nuts from Bhutan, allowing imports through additional ports without Minimum Import Price (MIP) condition.
The Ministry of Commerce amends import conditions for Areca nuts from Bhutan, allowing 17,000 metric tonnes without MIP via additional ports.
