DGFT Scheme

DFIA Scheme

Duty Free Import Authorisation — import inputs duty-free after exports, or transfer the authorization freely. We manage DFIA end-to-end.

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Post-export duty benefit — transferable & flexible

DFIA is ideal for exporters who have already shipped goods and want duty-free import benefits without upfront commitment.

How We Help

Our DFIA Services

DFIA is ideal for exporters who prefer post-export duty benefits with transferable authorization — no upfront bank guarantee or LUT required.

Eligibility assessment & SION mapping
DGFT application filing & authorization issuance
Transfer & utilization support
Post-export compliance & documentation
Customs clearance under DFIA
Handling DGFT queries & corrections

Comparison

DFIA vs Advance Authorization

DFIAAdv. Auth.
Post-Export Benefit✓ Yes — issued after exportsPre-export import
Transferability✓ Freely transferableNon-transferable
Duty Exemption✓ Basic customs dutyAll customs duties

Authorization issued within 45–50 working days

Key Benefits

Why Choose DFIA?

Duty-free import of inputs after fulfilling export obligation
Freely transferable — sell authorization to other importers
No bank guarantee or LUT required unlike Advance Authorization
Ideal for exporters with completed export performance
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DFIA can be sold to other importers if you don't need to import — converting it into a direct cash benefit.

Checklist

Documents Required

1
IEC & GST Registration Certificate
2
Shipping bills of exports already made
3
Export invoices & bank realization certificates
4
SION details of exported product
5
Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
6
DGFT login credentials

How It Works

DFIA Authorization Process

01

Eligibility Check

We verify your export performance and map inputs against SION for DFIA eligibility.

02

SION Mapping

Standard Input Output Norms mapped accurately to determine duty-free import entitlement.

03

Document Preparation

All required documents compiled — shipping bills, invoices, and consumption norms.

04

DGFT Filing

DFIA application filed accurately on DGFT portal with all supporting documentation.

05

Authorization Issuance

DFIA authorization issued — duty-free imports or transfer to another importer possible.

06

Transfer & Utilization

Support for transferring authorization or utilizing it for duty-free customs clearance.

Our Edge

Why Choose ND Global?

SION Expertise

Accurate SION mapping to determine correct duty-free entitlement under DFIA.

Transfer Support

Complete assistance for transferring DFIA authorization to maximize its value.

Post-Export Recovery

Recover duty benefits after exports — no upfront commitment or bank guarantee.

End-to-End Handling

From DGFT filing to customs clearance — complete lifecycle management of your DFIA.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Post-Export Duty Benefits

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Import raw materials duty-free after exports — or transfer the authorization. Expert DFIA support from DGFT filing to final utilization.

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