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The Update: DGFT issued Notification No. 36/2026-27, waiving the mandatory requirement of a Registration-cum-Membership Certificate (RCMC) or Certificate of Registration for export consignments with a Free-on-Board (FOB) value of up to ₹3 lakh.
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Impact: This is a major relief for MSMEs, e-commerce sellers, and small/first-time exporters utilizing postal, courier, and emerging digital channels, significantly lowering entry barriers and compliance steps for low-ticket cross-border shipments. Consignments exceeding ₹3 lakh still require a valid RCMC as per the Foreign Trade Policy.
2. Wheat & Wheat Flour Export Policy Shift (August 2026)
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The Update: Through Notifications No. 34/2026-27 and 35/2026-27, the government revised the export policy for specified wheat and wheat flour products (under specific ITC (HS) codes like 10011900, 10019910, and 11010000) from “Prohibited” to “Free” with immediate effect.
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Impact: This grants wheat traders and food business operators renewed flexibility to plan international shipments, subject to standard quality checks and destination-country compliance.
Reminders for Active Exporters:
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Mandatory IEC Updates: Ensure your Import Export Code (IEC) profile is duly updated on the DGFT portal within the stipulated annual window to avoid temporary deactivation.
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ICEGATE & Port Compliance: Keep your Class III Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) and AD Code bank mappings up to date on the ICEGATE portal for smooth electronic filing of shipping bills and e-Sanchit document uploads.
