Summary
- The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has launched an Open API facility for issuing Certificates of Origin (CoOs) on the Trade Connect e-Platform, as per Trade Notice No. 25/2026-27 dated September 07, 2026.
- This initiative aims to enable eligible exporters to integrate their systems with DGFT’s CoO system, streamlining the application process and reducing manual data entry.
- The framework supports both Preferential and Non-Preferential CoOs and includes various APIs for authentication, submission, and verification of certificates.
- This digital transformation is expected to enhance efficiency in trade processes and improve data accuracy for exporters across India.
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