DGFT notification 22 / 2026-27 · 30 Jun 2026
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Amendment in Import Policy under Chapter 74 (Policy Condition 3, sub-para (c)) and Chapter 76 (Policy Condition 1, sub-para (c)) of the ITC(HS), 2022- Reg.
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Check the official recordThe Directorate General of Foreign Trade has amended the Non-ferrous Metal Import Monitoring System (NFMIMS) policy for copper and aluminium imports under Chapters 74 and 76 of the ITC(HS) 2022. The amendment modifies the timing requirement for obtaining an automatic registration number. Previously, importers were required to apply for registration before the arrival of the import consignment. Under the revised policy, importers are now permitted to apply for and obtain the registration at any time prior to the final customs clearance, specifically before the 'Out of Charge' order is issued. This change is intended to simplify compliance procedures and facilitate smoother import clearance processes.
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[To be published in the Gazette of India Extraordinary Part-II, Section-3, Sub-Section(ii)]
Government of India Ministry of Commerce & Industry Department of Commerce Directorate General of Foreign Trade Vanijya Bhawan
Notification No. 22 / 2026-27 New Delhi, Dated: 30 June, 2026
Subject: Amendment in Import Policy under Chapter 74 (Policy Condition 3, sub-para (c)) and Chapter 76 (Policy Condition 1, sub-para (c)) of the ITC(HS), 2022 – Reg.
S.O.(E): In exercise of powers conferred by Section 3 and Section 5 of Foreign Trade (Development & Regulation) Act, 1992, read with paragraph 1.02 and 2.01 of the Foreign Trade Policy 2023, as amended from time to time, the Central Government hereby makes the following amendments relating to Chapter 74 (Policy Condition 3, sub-para (c)) and Chapter 76 (Policy Condition 1, sub-para (c)) of the ITC(HS) 2022, with immediate effect:
| Chapter No. | Existing Import Policy | Revised Import Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Chapter 74 [Policy Condition Sl. No. 3, Sub Para (c.)] | c. The Non-ferrous metal Import Monitoring System (NFMIMS) shall require importers to submit advance information in an online system for import of items in the Annexure-I (for copper) and Annexure-II (for aluminium) and obtain an automatic Registration Number by paying a registration fee as per Appendix 2K. The importer shall apply for registration before the arrival of import consignment. Registration can be applied not earlier than 60th day before the expected date of arrival. The automatic number thus granted shall remain valid for a period of 75 days. | c. The Non-ferrous metal Import Monitoring System (NFMIMS) shall require importers to submit advance information in an online system for import of items in the Annexure-I (for copper) and Annexure-II (for aluminium), and obtain an automatic Registration Number by paying a registration fee as per Appendix 2K. The importer shall apply for registration before final clearance / 'Out of Charge' consignment. Registration can be applied not earlier than 60th day before the expected date of arrival. The automatic number thus granted shall remain valid for a period of 75 days. |
| Chapter 76 [Policy Condition Sl. No. 1, Sub Para (c.)] | The Non-ferrous Metal Import Monitoring System (NFMIMS) shall require importers to submit advance information in an online system for import of items in the Annexure-I (for copper) and Annexure-II (for aluminium) and obtain an automatic Registration Number by paying a registration fee as per Appendix 2K. The importer shall apply for registration before the arrival of import consignment. Registration can be applied not earlier than 60th day before the expected date of arrival. The automatic number thus granted shall remain valid for a period of 75 days. | The Non-ferrous Metal Import Monitoring System (NFMIMS) shall require importers to submit advance information in an online system for import of items in the Annexure-I (for copper) and Annexure-II (for aluminium), and obtain an automatic Registration Number by paying a registration fee as per Appendix 2K. The importer shall apply for registration before final clearance / 'Out of Charge'. Registration can be applied not earlier than 60th day before the expected date of arrival. The automatic number thus granted shall remain valid for a period of 75 days. |
Effect of this Notification: The notification amends Chapter 74 [Policy Condition 3(c)] and Chapter 76 [Policy Condition 1(c)] of the ITC(HS) 2022 to allow importers to obtain registration under the NFMIMS at any time before the issuance of the Customs "Out of Charge" order, i.e., the final Customs clearance permitting removal of goods from the Customs area, thereby easing compliance and facilitating smoother import clearance.
This is issued with the approval of the Minister of Commerce and Industry.
(Lav Agarwal) Director General of Foreign Trade & Ex-officio Addl. Secretary to Govt. of India Email: dgft@nic.in
[Issued from File No. 01/89/180/03/AM-26/PC.2(A)/E-46034]
