India permits FDI-backed inventory e-commerce for exports of domestic goods
Under Press Note 3 (2026 Series), India has allowed FDI-funded inventory-based e-commerce exclusively for exports of goods made or produced domestically, while retaining restrictions on domestic B2C inventory-led retail. The move could widen global access for Indian sellers and platforms.
India has allowed FDI-funded inventory-based e-commerce exclusively for exports of goods made or produced domestically, while retaining domestic B2C inventory restrictions. The clarification could help Indian sellers reach global buyers and benefit platforms such as Amazon.
Why this matters
The policy extends DPIIT's recent export-focused e-commerce actions, including opening export-only inventory models to foreign-funded firms and permitting 100% FDI for Made-in-India exports.
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