The Director-General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) notified a new online module for filing electronic applications for import authorizations.
As part of IT Revamp of its exporter/importer related services, the Directorate now introduces a new online module for filing of electronic, paperless applications for import authorizations with effect from March 22, 2021.
All applicants seeking import authorization for restricted items may apply online by navigating to the DGFT website, then select Services, choose Import Management Systems and click on License for Restricted imports.
The DGFT notified applications for import authorization will need to be submitted online as per the above link directly to DGFT(HQ) with effect from March 22, 2021 and import authorizations for restricted items would be issued from DGFT HQ, Udyog Bhawan, New Delhi with effect from March 22, 2021.
It is noteworthy that all pending applications have been migrated to this new system and will be processed suitably at DGFT(HQ).
In case of requests for re validation or amendment of import authorizations issued prior to 22.03.2021, the said applications may be submitted directly to the concerned RA of DGFT for suitable action. RA may amend such authorizations manually as per the earlier procedure of re-validation or amendment.
“ For re-validation or amendment of such authorizations issued on or after this date, applications would be required to be submitted electronically to DGFT(HQ). Original Copies of the authorization would be required to be presented to DGFT(HQ) for re-validation/amendment endorsements,” DGFT in the trade notice said.
“For any help and guidance on this new process, the Help manual and FAQs may be accessed on DGFT Website Learn.
For any further assistance other channels may be assessed namely raise a service request ticket through the DGFT Helpdesk Service under `Complaints & Suggestions’, Call the DGFT Toll-free-Helpline number and Send an email to the Helpdesk on dgftedi@gov.in
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