DGFT Assistance
DGFT scheme applications, licence amendments, and export incentive filings.
DGFT Assistance covers specialised services on the DGFT portal beyond basic IEC registration, including advance authorisation for duty-free import of inputs, EPCG scheme for capital goods import at concessional duty, SEIS/SCOMET applications, export obligation fulfilment tracking, IEC amendments, and RoDTEP (Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products) benefit claims. Food exporters benefit from advance authorisation when importing packaging materials, specialised ingredients, or machinery for export production. DGFT policies change frequently and scheme applications require precise documentation. Complianceer navigates DGFT schemes, prepares applications, tracks export obligation fulfilment, and coordinates duty drawback and RoDTEP claims.
At a glance
- Timeline: 15–30 working days for scheme applications
- Government fee: Varies by scheme (advance authorisation: ₹200 application fee; EPCG: based on duty saved)
- Professional fee: Starting from ₹4,999
Who needs this
- Food exporters importing inputs under advance authorisation scheme
- Manufacturers availing EPCG scheme for processing machinery import
- Exporters claiming RoDTEP benefits on food product shipments
- Businesses needing IEC amendments (address, contact, bank details)
- Exporters tracking export obligation fulfilment against authorisations
Benefits
- Duty-free or concessional duty import of inputs and capital goods for export production
- RoDTEP benefit claims with remission of embedded taxes on exported products
- Expert navigation of complex DGFT schemes and policy changes
- Export obligation tracking prevents penalties and authorisation cancellation
- Maximise export incentives and reduce input costs legally
Eligibility
- Valid IEC with active status (updated annually)
- Scheme-specific eligibility. Advance authorisation requires export performance; EPCG requires export obligation commitment
- Products must have valid HS classification under DGFT policy
Documents
- IEC certificate and valid RCMC (if applicable)
- Export/import transaction records for last 12 months
- Bank AD certificate and shipping bill copies
- Input/product HS classification details
- Supplier proforma invoices (for advance authorisation)
- Capital goods specifications (for EPCG scheme)
- Export obligation fulfilment statement (for tracking)
FAQs
What is RoDTEP and how does it benefit food exporters?
RoDTEP (Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products) refunds embedded central and state taxes not rebated through other schemes. Food exporters claim RoDTEP via shipping bill. Rates vary by HS code.
Can I import food packaging duty-free for export?
Yes, under Advance Authorisation scheme. Import packaging materials duty-free against export obligation of equivalent value within specified timeframe.
What is EPCG scheme for food manufacturers?
Export Promotion Capital Goods scheme allows import of manufacturing machinery at 0% customs duty against export obligation of 6 times duty saved, fulfilable over 6 years.