Dgft Consultancy Service

Service overview: Expert advice and hands-on support on matters related to the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) — policy interpretation, licensing, export/import incentives and compliance with the Foreign Trade Policy (FTP).

Typical tasks

• Advising on import/export licensing (IECs, Restricted items, authorizations).

• Handling application and appeal processes (SION, Advance Authorization, EPCG, RoDTEP, etc.).

• Classification & policy interpretation for export benefits.

• Preparing responses to DGFT show-cause notices and adjudication matters.

• Drafting and filing representations, appeals before DGFT/Appeal Committee.

• Compliance audits and procedural manuals for exporters/importers.

Key deliverables

• Application packages (forms, supporting documents).

• Replies to notices and representation briefs.

• DGFT appeal petitions and hearing representation.

• Compliance checklist and training for in-house teams.

Ideal clients: Exporters, importers, trading houses, SEZ units, manufacturers availing FTP incentives.

Engagement models: Fixed-fee for applications; hourly or retainer for ongoing compliance & advisory; success/contingent fee for certain recovery matters.