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India-UK trade deal comes into force from July 15
NDTV··15 Jul
The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement came into force on July 15, 2026, offering zero-duty access to nearly 99 percent of Indian exports to Britain. Indian consumers may eventually see lower prices on Scotch whisky, premium cars, cosmetics and chocolates as tariffs reduce in phases. The deal covers 137 service sub-sectors including IT and professional services.
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What It Means For You
- British whisky, cars and cosmetics may become cheaper over time.
- Indian exporters in textiles and engineering gain wider UK market access.
- IT professionals posted to Britain could see lower social security costs.
What's Happening
- The India-UK CETA took effect on July 15, 2026.
- Nearly 99 percent of Indian exports get duty-free UK access.
- Tariff reductions on British imports will happen in phases.
Trade Deal Context
- The agreement was signed in London on July 25, 2025.
- It covers 137 service sub-sectors for Indian professionals.
- ASSOCHAM projects bilateral trade could reach $120 billion by 2030.
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