Advance Authorization (AA) is issued to allow duty free imports of inputs , which are physically incorporated in the export prodcut ,allowing normal allowance for wastage .in addition, fuel ,oil and catalyst that is consumed /utilized in the process of production of the export product ,is also allowed duty free. Advance authorization are issued based on SION norms Fixed by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade and also on the basis of adhoc/self-declared norms subject to approval by the norms committees/self –ratification Scheme of FTP

The SION stand for standard input and output norms that determines proportion of input that is required to be used in the manufacture of finished product that will be exported. However in any case no norms have been notified for any input, Regional authority of a particular jurisdiction may issue Advance authorisation on self –declaration by the applicant.

• a. Manufacturer exporter or merchant exporter tied to supporting manufacture
• b. For Pharmaceutical products manufacture through Non-Infringing(NI) process ,shall be issued to manufacturer exporter only

• a. All items covered under Chapter -1 to 24 and chapter -71 of ITC(HS) Classification
• b. Biotechnology items and related products and
• c. SCOMET items

• 1. Online application in Form (ANF-4A) with digital signature to be submitted to jurisdictional Regional authority.
• 2. Applicant could be either Registered office or Head office/ Branch office /Manufacturing unit
• 3. Uploading of documents as prescribed in ANF4A,Appendix-4E at the time of online filling of application
• 4. Regional authority shall verify and issue the advance authorisation after documents verification and execution of LUT/BG.
• 5. Exporter can apply for amendment in advance authorisation and extension in import /Export period after paying the prescribed fees

How can we assist you in obtaining Advance Authorisation?

We provide end-to-end professional assistance for obtaining Advance Authorisation under the Foreign Trade Policy. Our services begin with a detailed eligibility assessment, including examination of product description, input-output norms (SION), technical specifications, and export obligations. We assist in identifying the correct ITC (HS) codes and applicable policy provisions to ensure accurate application filing.

Our team prepares and drafts the complete set of documents, including ANF forms, self-declarations, technical write-ups, Chartered Engineer certificates (if required), and supporting export data. We coordinate with your internal team to collect and verify purchase orders, proforma invoices, and manufacturing details to avoid discrepancies.

We handle online filing on the DGFT portal, respond to deficiency letters, and provide representation before the concerned DGFT authority whenever clarification or hearing is required. We also assist in modification, revalidation, or extension matters, ensuring compliance until final approval and issuance of the Advance Authorisation.