India Extends Gold Import TRQ Under India-UAE CEPA Till 30 September 2026: What It Means for the Bullion Market
In a significant move for India’s bullion and jewellery industry, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has officially extended the validity of Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ) Authorisations for the import of gold under the India-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) until 30th September 2026 . This extension, announced through Public Notice No. 18/2026-27 dated 1st July 2026 , provides relief and clarity to importers, traders, and jewellers who depend on gold imports under the preferential trade agreement. What is the TRQ for Gold Imports? The Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ) system allows eligible importers to bring gold into India at concessional duty rates under a predefined quota. Under the India-UAE CEPA agreement, this mechanism helps Indian businesses import gold at more competitive costs, improving liquidity and price efficiency in the domestic market. The tariff head covered under this notice is 7108 , which relates specifically to gold. What Has Changed? ...