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...
Consequent to inclusion of export items from Chapter 28, 29, 30 & 73 vide Notification No. 47 dated 07.12.2022 under RoDTEP, Appendix 4R is aligned with First Schedule of the Customs Tariff Act, 1975 for implementation with effect from 15.02.2023. MINISTRY OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (Department of Commerce) NOTIFICATION New Delhi, the 7th February, 2023 […]
Nutraceutical products have been included in the jurisdiction of the Shellac & Forest Products Export Promotion Council (SHEFEXIL) in Appendix 2T of FTP 20152020. Government of India Ministry of Commerce & Industry Department of Commerce Directorate General of Foreign Trade Vanijya Bhawan New Delhi Public Notice No. 55/2015-2020-DGFT | Dated : 2nd February, 2023 Subject: […]
Conditions of SION E-136 and para 4.05(iii) of Handbook of Procedures, 2015-20 is amended to include supporting manufacturers for job work vide Public Notice No. 54/2015-2020-DGFT dated 31st January, 2023. Government of India Ministry of Commerce and Industry Department of Commerce Directorate General of Foreign Trade Vanijya Bhawan New Delhi Public Notice No. 54/2015-2020-DGFT | […]
Explore the Paper Import Monitoring System (PIMS) introduced by DGFT as per Notification No. 11/2015-20. Learn about mandatory registration, the process, and key details for importers. Stay compliant with the new regulations.
Uncover the challenges exporters face with DGFT in the facilitation process. Explore a case study from Vadodara RA, shedding light on frivolous demands, erroneous practices, and the need for systemic changes.
Fertilizer Marketing Entities (FMEs), authorized by the Department of Fertilizers, have been allowed to file Bill of Entries at Indian ports for import of Urea (for agriculture purpose) on Government Account.
In Paper, there are no small volume/high value goods on which Air-Cargo is justified. Therefore, registration under PIMS shall be mandatory regardless to mode of transportation.
COVID-19 relief for sectors! Indian government relaxes EPCG Scheme for Hotel, Healthcare, and Educational sectors. No average export obligation for 2020-21 and 2021-22, and option to extend the obligation period.
It is mandatory for all importers and exporters in India to have an IEC number. This number can be obtained from the DGFT by submitting the required documents, such as the PAN card, GST No., and other documents. The IEC is valid for one year and needs to be renewed every year.
One-time relaxation from maintaining Average Export Obligation and option to avail extension in Export Obligation Period for specified EPCG authorizations is provided on account of COVID-19 pandemic, subject to fulfillment of conditions. This is in addition to EO extensions facility (upon payment of the composition fees) already provided in FTP/HBP. GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF […]
