India: New regulations governing export and import of goods and services
Effective October 1, 2026
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued regulations with a unified regulatory regime for exports and imports, effective October 1, 2026.
The Foreign Exchange Management (Export and Import of Goods and Services) Regulations and Directions are principle-based, aiming to promote ease of doing business, particularly for small exporters and importers, and allow authorized dealers to offer quicker and more efficient services.
Read a January 2026 report prepared by the KPMG member firm in India