The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has introduced an Open API facility for Certificate of Origin (CoO) through the Trade Connect e-Platform under Trade Notice No. 25/2026-27 dated 07 September 2026.
- What Is the New CoO API?
The DGFT CoO Open API allows eligible exporters to integrate their ERP, accounting or other software systems with the DGFT Certificate of Origin system. This will help reduce manual data entry, duplicate entries and improve data accuracy.
- Key Features
- Electronic submission of CoO applications
- ERP/software integration
- Reduced manual intervention
- Improved data accuracy
- CoO verification through API
- Supports Preferential and Non-Preferential Certificates of Origin
The facility supports various trade agreements, including India-UAE CEPA, India-Australia ECTA, India-Oman CEPA, India-UK CETA and ASEAN-India FTA.
- What Should Exporters Do?
Exporters regularly applying for Certificates of Origin should review the new API integration facility and assess whether it can be connected with their existing business software.
The onboarding process is available on the Trade Connect e-Platform under Certificate of Origin → API Management for Exporters.
- Conclusion
The new DGFT CoO Open API is an important step towards digitalisation and ease of doing business for exporters. It can help businesses streamline Certificate of Origin applications, reduce repetitive data entry and improve accuracy through system integration.
DGFT Trade Notice: No. 25/2026-27 | Date: 07 September 2026