UK–India CETA: What UK Exporters Need to Know
The UK–India Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) is due to enter into force on 15 July 2026, introducing preferential tariff arrangements for qualifying goods traded between the UK and India.
Under the agreement, Indian importers may be able to claim preferential tariff treatment based on an origin declaration completed by a UK producer or exporter. To issue valid origin declarations under the UK–India CETA, UK producers and exporters must first be registered with HMRC.
Failure to register before completing origin declarations may result in those declarations being rejected, preventing the importer from claiming the available tariff preferences under the agreement.
UK businesses intending to export goods to India under the UK–India CETA should ensure that the necessary registration is completed ahead of making any origin declarations.
For registration details and further guidance, please visit: