What changed in the DGFT eBRC format?

Effective January 13, the eBRC format adds GSTIN and invoice details for each export. This helps banks and exporters match realized proceeds with tax records. The change under the Appendix 2U amendment aims to reduce mismatches, disputes, and manual checks, enabling faster certification and cleaner audit trails.

How does GST integration help exporters and banks?

Shared identifiers allow automated matching of remittances to invoices and GST filings. That reduces queries, document defects, and processing delays. Exporters can close cases faster and access trade finance sooner. Banks gain lower operational risk and better data quality, improving straight-through processing and turnaround times.

Who can issue non-preferential Certificates of Origin in Delhi now?

DGFT has authorized the India & Arab Countries Chamber of Commerce, Industry & Agriculture (IACCIA) in Delhi to issue non-preferential Certificates of Origin. This adds capacity in the region, giving exporters another reliable counter for timely certification alongside existing chambers and agencies.

Why does this matter to investors in India?

Smoother documentation and faster bank verification can shorten cash cycles for export-driven companies. Lower friction in trade finance may support order execution and revenue realization. Investors should watch management commentary on turnaround times, dispute reduction, and receivable days as adoption of the DGFT eBRC changes scales.

Law and Government

January 14: DGFT eBRC–GST Link Goes Live; New CoO Agency Enlisted

ByHuzaifa Zahoor January 14, 2026January 14, 2026

DGFT eBRC is in focus today as GST integration moves from policy to practice. Effective January 13, the eBRC format now captures GSTIN and invoice details, tightening reconciliation between export proceeds and tax records. DGFT also added a new agency in Delhi to issue non-preferential Certificates of Origin. We explain what the Appendix 2U amendment changes, why documentation gets faster, and how these steps can influence trade finance flows and investor sentiment in India.