Exporting goods from India

Core export workflow

1. Set up the exporter.Check whether an Importer-Exporter Code and any sector registration are required.
2. Confirm the ITC (HS) code.Use the full product facts, not the trade name alone.
3. Read the live export policy.Identify whether the item is free, restricted, prohibited or subject to a condition.
4. Screen product controls.Check SCOMET, inspection, quarantine, wildlife and sector rules.
5. Meet destination rules.Confirm the buyer country’s import permit, standards, labels and origin needs.
6. File and clear the shipment.Lodge the correct customs declaration and supporting records through the applicable channel.
7. Close tax and payment records.Keep GST, bank and export-proceeds evidence together.

Checks that can stop a shipment

Policy

Restricted or prohibited export status

Strategic goods

SCOMET classification and authorisation

Quality

Mandatory inspection or certificate

Destination

Import permits, standards and labels

GST

Zero-rated route and refund evidence

Foreign exchange

AD bank and realisation records

Common export records

Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document, shipping bill or bill of export, and any product licence, inspection certificate or certificate of origin. The exact set depends on the goods, route and contract.

Official sources

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