Government Removes ₹10 Lakh Per-Consignment Limit for Courier Exports to Boost Ease of Doing Business

In a major step towards facilitating exports and enhancing ease of doing business, the Government of India has removed the existing per-consignment value limit for exports through courier services. The decision has been notified vide Notification No. 67/2025-26 dated March 27, 2026, issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Ministry of Commerce & Industry.

The amendment has been carried out under the provisions of the Foreign Trade (Development & Regulation) Act, 1992, read with relevant provisions of the Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) 2023. Specifically, Para 9.05 of FTP 2023, which governs exports through courier service/post, has been revised.

Earlier, exports through courier service were subject to a maximum value limit of ₹10,00,000 per consignment. With the latest amendment, this restriction has been completely removed, thereby allowing exporters to send consignments of any value through registered courier services, subject to applicable regulations.

The revised provision maintains that exports through courier service/post offices shall continue to be regulated in accordance with notifications issued under the Customs Act, 1962, and other applicable provisions of FTP/ITC (HS).

Effective Date and Impact

The amendment will come into effect from April 1, 2026.

With the removal of the value cap, exporters—particularly MSMEs, e-commerce players, and small businesses—are expected to benefit significantly from greater flexibility in shipment sizes. This reform is likely to streamline export processes, reduce logistical constraints, and promote higher export volumes through courier channels.

The move aligns with the Government’s broader objective of boosting exports, simplifying procedures, and strengthening India’s position in global trade.

The Notification can be accessed at: https://a2ztaxcorp.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Notification-67-English.pdf