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Import Definition in Indian Trade Laws: SEZ-DTA Transactions

DGFT : This article critically examines the legal definitions of Import across various legislations, analyzing their implications for SEZ...

February 18, 2025 252 Views 0 comment Print

RODTEP Annual Return Requirements and Filing

DGFT : Learn about the RODTEP Annual Return, filing guidelines, eligibility, and consequences for non-compliance with the scheme....

February 18, 2025 426 Views 0 comment Print

Procedure of APEDA Registration Cum Membership Certificate for Exporters

DGFT : Learn the step-by-step procedure for APEDA Registration Cum Membership Certificate (RCMC) for exporters in India, including requir...

January 10, 2025 975 Views 0 comment Print

New Requirements for Filing of Annual RODTEP Return (ARR)

DGFT : The Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has introduced new guidelines under Paragraph 4.94 in Chapter 4 of the Handbook of Pr...

November 18, 2024 10905 Views 0 comment Print

Registration Procedure for Obtaining IEC Code

DGFT : Learn the step-by-step procedure for obtaining an IEC code for import/export in India, including necessary documents and registrat...

August 5, 2024 1656 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


Key Trade and Commerce Highlights of India in 2024

DGFT : Review of India’s 2024 trade achievements, including FTAs, export growth, Bharat Mart launch, digital trade platforms, and key s...

December 27, 2024 252 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Implements Faceless Automation for Input Output Norms

DGFT : DGFT modernizes foreign trade by automating ad-hoc Input Output Norms fixation, enhancing ease of business for exporters. Learn ab...

June 22, 2024 648 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC Implements Electronic Disbursal of Duty Drawback

DGFT : CBIC introduces electronic disbursal of duty drawback directly to exporter's bank accounts via PFMS, enhancing transparency and ef...

June 5, 2024 837 Views 0 comment Print

Govt allows Export of 99,150 MT Onion to Six Countries amid domestic concerns

DGFT : Government of India has sanctioned export of 99,150 metric tons (MT) of onions to six neighboring countries, namely Bangladesh, UA...

April 28, 2024 441 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Partners with DHL to enable MSMEs to explore international markets

DGFT : Read about the collaboration between DGFT and DHL to boost Indian e-commerce exports. Learn how this MoU signing aims to empower M...

March 14, 2024 486 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


No opportunity is being provided to petitioner: Delhi HC directs DGFT to reconsider

DGFT : Writ petitions were filed challenging the minutes of meeting held on 08.11.2024, though which TRQ (Tariff Rate Quota) allotted to ...

January 10, 2025 378 Views 0 comment Print

Classification of product justified once DGFT proceeds to issue MEIS Scrip: Delhi HC

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...

December 4, 2024 315 Views 0 comment Print

Denial of MEIS benefit due to technological glitches in DGFT portal not justified: Bombay HC

DGFT : In these shipping bills, the Petitioner, the Petitioner’s Customs brokers inadvertently declared the Petitioner did not intend t...

November 22, 2024 1239 Views 0 comment Print

Delhi HC Grants Extension for Rs. 50 Lakh DGFT Penalty Due to DRI Delay

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...

September 23, 2024 435 Views 0 comment Print

HC allows Provisional Release of Second-Hand Specialized Equipment on Deposit of Enhanced Duty

DGFT : Madras High Court directed provisional release of Second-hand Highly Specialized Equipment - Digital Multifunction Print, Copying ...

September 20, 2024 192 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


TRQ Application Process for Gold Import Under India-UAE CEPA

DGFT : Guidelines for filing TRQ applications for gold bullion imports under India-UAE CEPA for FY 2025-26. Deadline: 28th Feb 2025....

February 16, 2025 207 Views 0 comment Print

Guidelines for Importing Premium Frozen Duck Meat in India

DGFT : India restricts premium frozen duck meat imports to 3-star and above hotels, requiring authorization for distributors. Direct impo...

February 14, 2025 105 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Guidelines for Petroleum Coke Import Allocation 2025-26

DGFT : DGFT invites applications for CPC and RPC import allocation for 2025-26. Submission deadline: Feb 28, 2025. Eligibility and proced...

February 13, 2025 99 Views 0 comment Print

Mandatory Online Submissions for FTDR Act Compliance

DGFT : DGFT mandates online document submission and fee payments for FTDR Act proceedings, eliminating paper submissions to enhance ease ...

February 13, 2025 321 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Warns Against issue of Manual Certificates of Origin

DGFT : DGFT mandates electronic Certificates of Origin via Trade Connect. Manual certificates issued after deadlines will be invalid and ...

February 11, 2025 363 Views 0 comment Print


Continuation of operations of the DGFT ‘COVID-19 Helpdesk’ for International Trade related Issues

January 6, 2022 321 Views 0 comment Print

Government of India Ministry of Commerce and Industry Department of Commerce Directorate General of Foreign Trade Dated: 06th January 2022 Udyog Bhawan, New Delhi Trade Notice No. 29/2021-2022 To, All Exporters/Members of Trade All Export Promotion Councils/Commodity Boards Subject: Continuation of operations of the DGFT ‘COVID-19 Helpdesk’ for International Trade related Issues’ Department of Commerce […]

DGFT includes Customs/GST/ Bank Authorities in Grievance Committee

January 5, 2022 1158 Views 0 comment Print

Para 9.08 of HBP 2015-20 has been amended to revise the composition of Standing Grievance Committee by including other relevant Central/State Government agencies such as Customs/ GST Authorities, Banks, GM DICs etc. to address the grievances /complaints of the industry members at one platform. Government of India Ministry of Commerce & Industry Department of Commerce […]

DGFT permits Gold Import by qualified jewellers notified by IFSCA

January 5, 2022 8058 Views 0 comment Print

In addition to nominated agencies as notified by RBI (in case of banks) and nominated agencies notified by DGFT, qualified jewellers as notified by International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) will be permitted to import gold under specific ITC(HS) Codes through India International Bullion Exchange IFSC Ltd. (IIBX). However, Import of gold/silver under Advance Authorisation […]

EOU not entitled to claim refund of TED on its own, may avail of the entitlements of DTA supplier specified in FTP

January 4, 2022 2544 Views 0 comment Print

Export Oriented Unit (EOU) is not entitled to claim refund of Terminal Excise Duty (TED) on its own, however, adds a caveat that EOU may avail of the entitlements of Domestic Tariff Area (DTA) supplier specified in Chapter 8 of Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) on condition that it will not pass on that benefit back to DTA supplier later on.

Extension of Last Date for Submitting applications for Scrip based FTP Schemes

December 31, 2021 12351 Views 0 comment Print

The last date of submitting applications under MEIS, SEIS, ROSCTL, ROSL and 2% additional ad hoc incentive (under para 3.25 of FTP) which was earlier notified to be 31.12.2021 has been extended till 31.01.2022.

Option to file manual/physical EODC applications under Advance Authorisation Scheme

December 31, 2021 5142 Views 1 comment Print

Manual/physical filing of EODC/closure applications under AA scheme is allowed for AAs issued before 1.12.2020. Exporters are also requested to update EODC/Closure status of earlier issued AAs in the online system by 31.3.2022.

Free Import Policy of Tur/Pigeon Peas & Urad extended up to 31.03.2022

December 20, 2021 2247 Views 0 comment Print

The Free Import Policy of Tur/Pigeon Peas (Cajanus Cajan) (ITC(HS) 0713 60 00) and Urad [Beans of the SPP Vigna Mungo (L.) Hepper] (ITC(HS) 0713 3110) shall stand extended up to 31.03.2022.

Corrigendum to Public Notice No. 43/2015-2020 dated 16.12.2021

December 20, 2021 1281 Views 0 comment Print

A correction has been made in Public Notice 43/2015-20 issued on 16.12.2021 so that MEIS Serial no. 8145 is read as MEIS Serial no. 8147.

SCOMET List amended- ITC (HS) Classification of Export & Import Items, 2018

December 20, 2021 19332 Views 0 comment Print

Annual SCOMET Update – 2021 has been notified to amend the Appendix 3 (SCOMET Items) to Schedule-2 of ITC (HS) Classification of Export and Import Items, 2018. Government of India Ministry of Commerce & Industryc Department of Commerce Directorate General of Foreign Trade Udyog Bhavan Notification No. 47/2015-2020-DGFT New Delhi, dated: 20th December, 2021 Subject: […]

DGFT extends ‘Free’ import policy of Refined bleached deodorised palmolein/palm oil

December 20, 2021 1674 Views 0 comment Print

‘Free’ import policy of items under HS code 15119010 (Refined bleached deodorised palm oil) , 15119020 (Refined bleached deodorised palmolein) and 15119090 (Others)  is extended for a period up to 31.12.2022. Government of India Ministry of Commerce & Industry Department of Commerce Directorate General of Foreign Trade Notification No. 46/2015-2020-DGFT New Delhi, Dated: 20th December, […]

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