Latest Notifications

Stay updated with the latest government notifications, circulars, and orders from both Indian and Bhutanese authorities that impact cross-border trade and business operations.

Revised Customs Duty on Agricultural Products

The Department of Revenue and Customs, Bhutan has revised customs duty rates on select agricultural products imported from India, effective April 15, 2026.

April 10, 2026 Notification No. DRC/2026/42

Simplified Trade Procedures for MSMEs

The Ministry of Economic Affairs, Bhutan has introduced simplified trade procedures for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) importing goods from India.

March 28, 2026 Circular No. MOEA/2026/18

Goods and Services Tax (GST) Update for Exporters

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC), India has issued updated guidelines for GST refund claims for exporters to Bhutan.

March 15, 2026 Order No. CBIC/2026/GST/89

Revised Business Visa Requirements

The Ministry of Home Affairs, Bhutan has announced revised business visa requirements for Indian nationals, including extended validity and multiple entry options.

February 28, 2026 Notification No. MOHA/2026/12

Import Permit Requirements for Industrial Goods

The Department of Industry, Bhutan has updated import permit requirements for industrial machinery and equipment imported from India.

February 10, 2026 Order No. DOI/2026/07

Phytosanitary Certificate Requirements for Food Products

The Bhutan Agriculture and Food Regulatory Authority (BAFRA) has issued updated phytosanitary certificate requirements for food product imports from India.

January 25, 2026 Circular No. BAFRA/2026/05

Customs & Trade Notifications

Notifications related to customs procedures, duty rates, and trade regulations.

Electronic Submission of Customs Declarations

Mandatory electronic submission of customs declarations for all commercial imports at Phuentsholing, Gelephu, and Samdrup Jongkhar entry points.

April 5, 2026 | Notification No. DRC/2026/38

Revised Valuation Rules for Imported Goods

Updated customs valuation rules for determining the assessable value of goods imported from India.

March 20, 2026 | Order No. DRC/2026/31

Taxation Updates

Latest updates on taxation policies, GST, and other tax-related matters.

GST Exemption for Essential Medicines

Notification regarding GST exemption for essential medicines imported from India under the bilateral health cooperation agreement.

March 12, 2026 | Order No. CBIC/2026/GST/85

Income Tax Guidelines for Cross-Border Workers

Updated income tax guidelines for Indian nationals working in Bhutan and Bhutanese nationals working in India.

February 15, 2026 | Circular No. DRC/2026/22