DGFT Article, News Analysis Notification, Circulars, Policy Circulars, Press Release and Instructions issued by Direct General of Foreign Trade on Trade
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 : DGFT’s sudden reduction in RoDTEP rates reduces FOB margins by 1–2%, compelling exporters to reassess pricing and cost strateg...
DGFT : This guide explains COO regulations under India’s Foreign Trade Policy and DGFT procedures. Proper compliance ensures duty benef...
DGFT : The government introduces a 2.75% interest subvention on rupee export credit under a ₹25,060 crore mission. Benefits are capped ...
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 : Learn how to submit and track Bill of Entry re-assessment requests on ICEGATE 2.0. This guide covers the complete process for impo...
DGFT : Learn the step-by-step process for claiming "other refunds" of Customs duties on ICEGATE 2.0. User manual for IEC holders....
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 : The High Court declined to rule on the validity of the import ceiling and instead directed DGFT to examine the trader’s challeng...
DGFT : The issue concerned whether new ECGC Whole Turnover Policies qualify under RELIEF scheme support. DGFT clarified eligibility from ...
DGFT : The notification restricts import of Glufosinate where the combined CIF value and duty fall below the threshold. It introduces a u...
DGFT : The amendment extends the MEP of USD 1400 per metric ton for honey exports. The ruling does not introduce new conditions but prolo...
DGFT : The notification introduces mandatory veterinary certification requirements for feather exports. The key takeaway is stricter comp...
DGFT : The government restricts the mandatory inspection certificate requirement to EU nations and select European countries. Exporters s...
Notification No. 5 (RE-98) amends the Export and Import Policy (1997-2002), modifying DEPB transfer rules and NFE requirements for electronic hardware units.
Read the latest amendments to the Handbook of Procedures (Vol. I) under the Export and Import Policy 1997-2002 by the Ministry of Commerce, effective from April 30, 1998.
In exercise of the powers conferred by Section 5 of the Foreign Trade (Development and Regulation) Act, 1992 (No. 22 of 1992), the Central Government hereby makes the under mentioned items freely importable into India if imported from SAARC countries namely Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, Maldives, Sri Lanka or Pakistan subject to the condition that the listed items/goods are in new/ prime condition and are of origin of the countries stated above in accordance with the Customs Tariff (Determination of Origin of goods under the Agreement on SAARC Preferential Trading Arrangement)
At the time of issue of authorisation, the exporter shall produce the original Certificate(s) of the Origin/Legal Procurement Certificate(s) with all the nine columns duly filled in of Sandalwood Root/Ainchilta class to DGFT, New delhi for an endorsement to the effect that against the said Legal Procurement certificate(s)/Certificate(s) of Origin, an authorisation for export of the quantity of Sandalwood Oil as specified on the said authorisation has been issued.
DGFT allows the export of 32,700 MT of sugar from the free sale quota to EEC and USA for 1997-98 and 1998-99 under specific conditions.
As this is only a one time relaxation which is being allowed, all documentary and other formalities shall be completed by the concerned Regional Licensing Authorities of the DGFT as also by the Customs Authorities on top priority basis so that the cases covered by this Public Notice can be closed within the time prescribed and there is no occasion for the exporters to complain about any delay and seek further time for closure of these cases.
In the statement of Standard Input-Output Norms as contained in the Handbook of Procedure, Vol.2, amendments/ corrections at appropriate places as mentioned in Annexure “A” to this Public Notice shall be made. 3. In the statement of Standard Input-Output Norms, following additions shall be made at appropriate places as mentioned below.
In exercise of the powers conferred under paragraph 4.11 of the Export and Import Policy, 1997-2002 , the Director General of Foreign Trade hereby notifies the credit rates under DEPB scheme in respect of items as given in the Annexure to this Public Notice. The Annexure will form part of Appendix-28A of Handbook of Procedures (Vol .1) RE-98, 1997-2002 and it replaces the rates notified earlier under the DEPB scheme.
Public Notice No. 4 (RE-98) announces credit rates for DEPB Scheme items for 1997-2002, effective for April-March 1998 shipments.
Public Notice No. 27 revises the Indian Rupee value for USSR-related deferred payment contracts, effective from August 25, 1998, to 50.2750 INR.
