CBIC operationalises reforms to enhance e-commerce exports from April 1

The central board of indirect taxes and customs (CBIC) on Tuesday has operationalised a set of comprehensive reforms to strengthen and streamline e-commerce exports and broader courier-based imports and exports with effect from 1st April 2026, as per Finance Ministry statement.

These reforms include the complete removal of the Rs 10 lakh value cap per consignment on courier exports, the introduction of a streamlined framework for handling returned and rejected parcels and a legally backed Return to Origin (RTO) mechanism for uncleared shipments, aimed at enhancing ease of doing business, reduce logistics inefficiencies and strengthen India’s global export competitiveness, particularly for MSMEs, artisans and start-ups.