Executive Summary:
This Public Notice introduces a new proforma, ANF 20d, for applications to revalidate SCOMET export authorizations, effective immediately. It aims to facilitate trade and industry. After August 5, 2021, applications must be filed online via the DGFT website.
Key Points / Main Content:
* **Introduction of ANF 20d:**
* A new ANF proforma, ANF 20d, is introduced for revalidation of SCOMET export authorizations.
* This proforma is required under paragraph 2.74 of the Handbook of Procedures (HBP) of the Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) 2015-20.
* **Application Filing Process:**
* Initially, applications should be filed via email at scomet@dgft.nic.in, with a copy to sanjay.kt@nic.in.
* From August 5, 2021, applications must be filed online through the DGFT website under Services > Export Management Systems > SCOMET.
* **Required Documents:**
* A filled and signed copy of ANF 20d.
* A copy of the Export Authorisation, attested by an authorized signatory with the company seal.
* Proof of application fee payment of Rs. 500 (Bank Receipt, EFT, Credit Card, or online payment details).
* **ANF 20d Form Details:**
* Requires the applicant's IEC No., bank receipt details, and existing SCOMET Export Authorisation details.
* Demands details of exports made, including SCOMET item category/subcategory, description, quantity, and FOB value.
* Includes a declaration/undertaking to be signed by the applicant, confirming the accuracy of the information and compliance with relevant regulations.
Impact Analysis:
* Trade and Industry:
* Impact: Must use the new ANF 20d proforma for SCOMET export authorization revalidation applications.
* Action Required: File applications through the new online module after August 5, 2021, and ensure all required documents are submitted with the application.
* Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT):
* Impact: Responsible for implementing and overseeing the new application process.
* Action Required: Process applications submitted via the new proforma and online module.
Key Entities Referenced
Foreign Trade Policy 2015-20: A trade policy governing import and export activities, referenced in the context of revalidation of SCOMET export authorization.
SCOMET: Special Chemicals, Organisms, Materials, Equipment and Technologies. It is related to export authorization.
Directorate General of Foreign Trade: The organization issuing the public notice and responsible for foreign trade regulation.
ANF 20d: A new application proforma introduced for filing applications for revalidation of SCOMET export authorisation.
Handbook of Procedures: Document containing the procedures related to the Foreign Trade Policy.
Foreign Trade Development and Regulation Act, 1992: An act governing the development and regulation of foreign trade.
The Customs Act, 1962: An act related to customs and duties.
New Delhi: Location of issuance of the public notice, likely the headquarters of the Directorate General of Foreign Trade.
(To be Published in the Gazette of India Extraordinary Part | Section 1)
Government of India
Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Department of Commerce
Directorate General of Foreign Trade
Udyog Bhawan
Public Notice No. 17/2015-20
New Delhi, Datedthe 27 July, 2021
Subject:- Introduction of a new proforma (ANF) for filing applications for revalidation
of SCOMET export authorisation.
In exercise of the powers conferred under Paragraph 1.03 of the Foreign Trade
Policy(FTP) 2015-20, the Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) hereby notifies a
new ANF proforma, namely ANF 20(d), as Annexed for filing application for revalidation
of SCOMET export authorisation, under para 2.74 of the Handbook of Procedures (HBP)
of the Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) 2015-20, with immediate effect.
Effect of this Public Notice:
The new ANF proforma, namely ANF 20(d) will facilitate the trade and industry to
file application for revalidation of SCOMET export authorisation.
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[Issued from F.No. 01/91/180/18/AM17/EC(S) — Computer No. 2862)]ANF- 20(d)
Application proforma for seeking Revalidation of SCOMET Authorisation
[Please see guidelines given at the end before filling the application online]
1 {IEC No.
2 Application [Bank Receipt/ Name ofthe Bank |PayMode| Date [Amount (in
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Transfer No. drawn, if applicable
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i. |Name of the export authorisation holder
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iii. |Authorisation issue Date
iv. |Period upto which the SCOMET authorisation is valid
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4DECLARATION / UNDERTAKING
| / We hereby declare that:
de The particulars and the statements made in this application are true and correct to the
best of my/our knowledge and belief and nothing has been concealed or held there from and
if found incorrect or false will render me/us liable for any penal action or other consequences
as may be prescribed in law or otherwise warranted.
z.. We would abide by the provisions of the Foreign Trade (Development and Regulation)
Act, 1992, the Rules and Orders framed there under, the Foreign trade Policy, the Handbook
Procedure and the ITC(HS) Classification of Export & Import Items, as amended from time to
time.
3. None of the Proprietor/ Partner(s) / Director(s) / Karta / Trustee of the firm / company,
as the case may be, is / area Proprietor / Partner(s) / Director(s) / Karta / Trustee in any other
firm / Company which has come to the adverse notice of DGFT or is in the caution list of RBI.
4. We have not been penalized under any of the following Acts (as amended from time to
time): (i) The Customs Act, 1962, (ii) The Central Excise Act 1944, (iii) Foreign Trade
(Development & Regulation) Act 1992, and (iv) The Foreign Exchange Management Act,1999;
(v) The Conservation of Foreign Exchange, Prevention of Smuggling Activities Act, 1974 B.
| am authorised to verify and sign this declaration as per Paragraph 9.06 of the FTP.
Place Signature of the Applicant
Date
Name
Designation
Company Name
Official Address
Telephone / Mobile
Email Address
Office Seal /Stamp (in ink)
GUIDELINES FOR APPLICANTS
[Please see paragraph 2.80 of HBP]
1. Application shall be filed through email at scomet-dgft@nic.in cc at sanjay.kt@nic.in
2. However, subsequent to introduction of new online module for filing of electronic,
paperless applications w.e.f. 05.08.2021, the licensee would require to apply online by
navigating to the DGFT website (https://www.dgft.gov.in) -> Services -> Export
Management Systems ->SCOMET.
3. The following documents are required to be attached alongwith application:
Duly filled in and signed copy of ANF- 20(d);
b. Copy of Export Authorisation (duly attested by the authorized signatory of the
firm in ink with office seal); and
c. Bank Receipt / EFT / Credit Card / online payment details evidencing payment of
application fee @Rs. 500/- in terms of Appendix 2K