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...
Recent changes in the import policy and conditions of Copra under ITC (HS) Code 12030000, as per the DGFT Notification No. 11/2023.
Latest updates on Directorate General of Foreign Trade’s rules and procedures for import of watermelon seeds, effective until October 2023.
All imports made under Advance Authorization Scheme on or after 13.10.2017 & upto and including 09.01.2019 which could not meet the pre-import condition may be regularized by making payments
Explore the Amnesty Scheme for Advance Authorization and EPCG License holders provided by the Government. Regularize pending cases of export obligation default by paying applicable Customs duty with capped interest. Eligible holders can benefit from this one-time opportunity, redeeming their licenses without penalties. Learn about eligibility, benefits, and the application process. Act now and seize this chance for compliance regularization.
DGFT issued a notification amending the Import Policy Condition 6 (Pet Coke) under Chapter 27 of Schedule-I (Import Policy) of ITC (HS) 2022. The amendment allows the import of pet coke for specific industries such as cement, lime kiln, calcium carbide, gasification, and graphite electrode industries, on an actual user basis for use as feedstock […]
DGFT introduced online facility for exporters to request appointments for virtual meetings or personal hearings. This initiative aims to provide proactive support and assistance to exporters and enhance trade facilitation. Exporters can apply for the virtual meeting facility through the DGFT website, and the concerned officers at DGFT Regional Authorities will provide suitable timings and […]
DGFT issued Notification No. 09/2023 dated 29th May, 2023. The notification pertains to an amendment in the policy conditions of SI.No. 55 and 57, Chapter 10 Schedule-2, ITC(HS) Export Policy, 2018. According to the notification, the Central Government has amended the existing entries of Chapter 10 at Sl. No. 55 and 57 related to the […]
ITC (HS) 2022, (Schedule-I) Import Policy is amended in sync with the Finance Act, 2023 and Foreign Trade Policy, 2023. This shall come into force with immediate effect.
Government issued a trade notice announcing an amendment to the Interest Equalisation Scheme (IES). The IES has been extended until March 31, 2024, as per the notification from the Reserve Bank of India. The amendment, which is effective immediately, introduces a cap of Rs. 10 crore per Importer Exporter Code (IEC) on the annual net […]
The export policy of broken rice is prohibited; however, export will be allowed on the basis of permission granted by the Government of India to other countries to meet their food security needs and based on the request of their Government. MINISTRY OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (Department of Commerce) (DIRECTORATE GENERAL OF FOREIGN TRADE) Notifications […]
