India has secured continued market access to the European Union for aquaculture products, honey, eggs, and animal casings beyond September 2026. The announcement indicates a bilateral regulatory or SPS-related agreement maintaining export eligibility for these animal-origin products. This preserves a key trade channel for Indian exporters in the EU market.
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Extension of Special Drive for Expeditious Issuance of Export Obligation Discharge Certificates under Advance Authorisation and EPCG Schemes to May 31, 2026
India’s DGFT has extended a special drive for faster issuance of Export Obligation Discharge Certificates (EODCs) under the Advance Authorisation and Export Promotion Capital Goods (EPCG) schemes until May 31, 2026. These schemes allow duty-free imports of inputs/capital goods against export obligations. The extension aims to clear pending EODC applications more quickly.
Instructions on Issuance/Re-issuance/Extension of Post Export EPCG Scrips – Activation of Post Export EPCG Module
India’s DGFT has issued instructions activating the Post Export EPCG module for issuance, re-issuance, and extension of validity of Post Export EPCG scrips. The Export Promotion Capital Goods (EPCG) scheme allows duty-free import of capital goods linked to export obligations. This notice provides procedural guidance for trade officers and exporters on operating the newly activated […]
Clarifications on Interest Subvention Support for Pre- and Post-Shipment Export Credit under Export Promotion Mission – Niryat Protsahan
India’s DGFT issued Trade Notice 03/2026 clarifying the interest subvention scheme for pre- and post-shipment export credit under the Niryat Protsahan Export Promotion Mission. The notice provides operational guidance on eligibility and disbursement of subsidized export credit support. This directly affects export financing costs for Indian exporters.
Launch of Online Certificate of Origin Module for Agarwood on Trade Connect Platform
India’s DGFT has launched an online module on the Trade Connect Platform for issuing Certificates of Origin (CoO) for Agarwood. This digital system streamlines the CoO issuance process for this regulated commodity. Agarwood is a CITES-listed species subject to export controls and documentation requirements.
Review and Re-allocation of Export Quota for Pharma Grade Sugar by Special EXIM Facilitation Committee
India’s DGFT is reviewing and re-allocating the export quota for pharma grade sugar through the Special EXIM Facilitation Committee (SEFC). The trade notice addresses quota management for this specific commodity category. This affects exporters holding or seeking allocations under the pharma grade sugar export quota scheme.
Electronic Filing and Issuance of Preferential Certificate of Origin under India-Oman CEPA effective June 1, 2026
India’s DGFT announces mandatory electronic filing and issuance of preferential Certificates of Origin under the India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, effective June 1, 2026. This procedural change governs how exporters claim preferential tariff treatment under the CEPA. The move digitizes the CoO process for trade between India and Oman.
Request for Comments on Alignment of Schedule-II (Export Policy) of ITC(HS) 2022 Following Finance Act 2026 Amendments
India’s DGFT is soliciting public comments on proposed amendments to Schedule-II (Export Policy) of the ITC(HS) 2022 classification, consequent to changes introduced under the Finance Act, 2026. The notice invites stakeholder feedback to align export policy entries with the updated legislative framework. This affects the export licensing and policy conditions for goods covered under the […]
India Amends Import Policy for Gold Jewellery HS Codes 71131144 and 71131145
India’s DGFT has amended the import policy for ITC (HS) codes 71131144 and 71131145 (gold jewellery) under Chapter 71 of the ITC (HS) 2022 Schedule I. The notification changes the import policy conditions for these specific jewellery categories. Details of the specific policy change (free/restricted/prohibited) are not visible in the snippet.
Amendment to Import Policy Condition for Chapter 95 (Toys, Games, Sports Requisites) – ITC(HS) 2022 Schedule 1
India’s DGFT has amended Policy Condition No. 2 under Chapter 95 of the ITC(HS) 2022 Import Policy Schedule, which covers toys, games, and sports equipment. The notification alters the regulatory conditions governing imports of these goods. Specific details of the amendment are not available in the snippet.