On 15 July 2026, the UK-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA) will enter into force, marking a significant milestone in the UK’s trading relationship with one of the world’s fastest-growing major economies.
To help you understand what the agreement means in practice, the Business Academy is hosting a special webinar on the day of entry into force.
15 July, 14:00 - 15:00: The UK-India FTA: A new era of trade
Whether you export goods or services, this session will provide an overview of the opportunities created by the FTA, the practical changes that may affect your business, and the steps you can take to make the most of the agreement from day one.
Action required for goods exporters: Businesses intending to claim reduced tariffs under the UK-India FTA should register with HMRC's UK–India Rules of Origin Authentication Portal as soon as possible. Registration is required before completing origin declarations under the agreement and is essential for accessing preferential tariff treatment. Learn more and register here: Register to complete origin declarations under the UK-India Free Trade Agreement - GOV.UK.
During the webinar, you will:
- Understand the key provisions of the UK–India FTA and what they mean for businesses trading with India.
- Learn what goods exporters need to do to benefit from tariff reductions, including registering for HMRC’s UK–India Rules of Origin Authentication Portal to claim preferential tariff treatment under the FTA.
- Discover the practical steps businesses can take to benefit from the agreement from day one, including where to access guidance, sector-specific resources, DBT support and further information.
