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4 resources from dgft.gov.in we point founders to, and the questions each answers.

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The actual government source of truth for IEC applications, ITC-HS classification, export policy and scheme updates, bookmark this over any third-party summary, since rules and rates change.

Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Official Portal

From dgft.gov.in by Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India

  • Official portal for IEC registration, ITC-HS lookup and export policy
  • Source of the annual IEC update requirement (April-June window)
  • Where RoDTEP, LUT and other scheme notifications get published first
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Answers What's the very first paperwork I need before I ship one export order out of India?
🛠️ Tool
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The exact page where you apply for and manage your IEC and complete the mandatory annual update, the actual tool, not a description of it.

DGFT, IEC Profile Management

From dgft.gov.in by DGFT

  • Direct portal for IEC application and profile updates
  • Where you complete the compulsory annual April-June IEC update
  • Also used to modify IEC details when your business changes
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Answers What's the very first paperwork I need before I ship one export order out of India? Do I need an LUT to avoid paying IGST upfront on export orders?
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The government's own HS/ITC-HS classification lookup, the most authoritative place to confirm your product's code before third-party tools, since your duty rate and export policy depend on getting it right.

DGFT, ITC (HS) Classification Search

From dgft.gov.in by DGFT

  • Official ITC-HS classification search maintained by DGFT
  • 8-digit Indian codes extend the 6-digit global HS code
  • The authoritative source to cross-check any third-party HS code tool
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Answers What is an HS code and how do I find the right one for my product? What compliance mistakes get first-time exporters' shipments stuck at customs?
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The official DGFT portal for RoDTEP - the source of truth for current rates and notifications, since third-party blogs can lag behind actual rate revisions by months.

RoDTEP - Directorate General of Foreign Trade

From dgft.gov.in by Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India

  • Official government source for current RoDTEP rate schedules by HS code.
  • Notifications here supersede any third-party blog summary if they conflict.
  • Check this before assuming a rate you read elsewhere is still current.
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Answers What is RoDTEP and how does it help if I export through Amazon Global or Shopify?
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