Targeted Relief for Gems & Jewellery Sector: Time Limits Relaxed under HBP 2023
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Executive Summary
In a calibrated and sector-specific intervention, the Government has introduced one-time relaxations for the Gems & Jewellery sector, extending critical compliance timelines under Chapter 4 of the Handbook of Procedures (HBP) 2023.
Applicable to cases where prescribed periods expire between March 1, 2026 and May 31, 2026, the timelines for export, re-export, and re-import stand automatically extended by 30 days, without requiring any procedural intervention.
The measure reflects a responsive trade facilitation approach, driven by geopolitical disruptions impacting global logistics, and ensures continuity of export operations without regulatory friction.
Date: April 1, 2026
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