DGFT Consultancy
IEC, RoDTEP, EPCG, AEO, Advance Authorisation expertise
Specialist DGFT desk handles licence applications, scheme redemption, AEO certification, FTA preferential origin documentation under FTP 2023.
DGFT consultancy is where exporters and importers either save serious money or leave it on the table. RoDTEP, EPCG, Advance Authorisation, AEO, FTA preferential origin, MOOWR, FTWZ — these are not nice-to-haves; they're material cash benefits if you know how to access them. WCL has a specialist DGFT desk that handles the licence applications, scheme redemption, post-export ledger management, and audit defence for Indian exporters and importers.
Our scope is the entire Foreign Trade Policy (FTP 2023) workflow — IEC fresh application or update, RoDTEP scrip generation tracking, EPCG authorisation application (0% BCD on capital goods against export obligation), Advance Authorisation for duty-free import of inputs, AEO certification (Tier-1 / Tier-2 / Tier-3 for Authorised Economic Operator status), and FTA preferential-origin documentation under India's 13+ active FTAs.
We don't just file — we manage the post-grant compliance. RoDTEP scrips need to be claimed within 1 year and used within 2 years. EPCG has an 8-year export obligation that must be met or duty + interest claws back. Advance Authorisation requires bond execution and export obligation closure with the DGFT regional office. AEO needs annual self-assessment. Where most consultants drop the file after the licence is granted, we keep managing the ledger through the obligation period.
Everything we cover for DGFT Consultancy
Our process — step by step
Eligibility review
We assess your trade profile, HS codes, export markets, capital goods needs, and import inputs against every active FTP scheme. Output: which schemes you should be using.
Application preparation
Documentation, input-output norms (for AA), capital goods list (for EPCG), export obligation modelling. Application drafted and submitted via the DGFT portal.
DGFT processing
We follow up at the regional authority, respond to queries, attend hearings where required.
Grant & implementation
Authorisation received. We integrate it into your shipment workflow — RoDTEP flag in SB, EPCG/AA debit at BoE, FTA origin cert at SB.
Post-grant compliance
We track scrip generation, export obligation fulfilment, ARO/EODC filing, annual compliance. Audit-defence support throughout the obligation period.
Why exporters / importers pick us for DGFT Consultancy
- In-house DGFT desk — no third-party consultant markup
- AEO Tier-1 aligned ourselves (so we know the audit from the inside)
- Post-grant compliance tracking — we don't just file & forget
- Direct DGFT RA relationships at Mumbai, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Jaipur
- Combined CHA + DGFT desk — scheme benefits applied at the BoE/SB stage automatically
What we'll typically need
Benefits you may qualify for
Questions clients ask us about DGFT Consultancy
How much can RoDTEP save me?
Depends on HS code — RoDTEP rates range from 0.3% (gold jewellery) to 4.3% (knitted apparel) of FOB. For textile exporters, RoDTEP + RoSCTL combined can be 8-10% of FOB. That's pure cash flowing back into your business as scrip.
What's the difference between EPCG and Advance Authorisation?
EPCG: 0% BCD on import of CAPITAL GOODS (machinery, plant) against an export obligation = 6x duty saved over 6 years. Advance Authorisation: 0% BCD + IGST on import of INPUTS / RAW MATERIALS for use in export products, against an export obligation = 1:1 or norm-based on input-output ratio. EPCG is one-shot, AA is per-consignment.
Is AEO certification worth pursuing?
Strongly yes for any exporter/importer over INR 10 crore turnover. AEO Tier-1 gives green-channel facilitation (most BoE/SB clear without examination), deferred duty payment, lower bank guarantee, faster refund. Tier-2 and Tier-3 add more facilitation. Application takes 6-9 months, but the operational savings continue indefinitely.
Can you help with FTA preferential origin claims?
Yes — India has 13+ active FTAs. CEPA (UAE), CECA (Singapore, Korea, Japan), RCEP-IN (ASEAN + Korea + Japan + Aus + NZ), SAFTA (SAARC), AIFTA (ASEAN-India). Depending on your product and destination, you can claim 5-15% duty reduction at the importer's end. We verify origin rules and file the COO.
What happens if I can't meet an EPCG / AA export obligation?
You owe back the duty saved + 15% interest per annum (compounded), plus a 25% penalty in some cases. WCL helps either: (a) restructure the obligation via extension / EO transfer, (b) regularise via duty + interest payment, or (c) defend against penalty in the audit hearing. Earlier the better — once DGFT issues a deficiency notice, options narrow.
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