India-New Zealand FTA comes into force, new visa categories for Indians, duty-free access for export
India-New Zealand FTA Takes Effect: India’s free trade agreement with New Zealand came into force on October 20, 2026, eliminating tariffs on 100% of Indian exports and incorporating $20 billion in foreign direct investment into India.
Additionally, 95% of New Zealand’s exports to India will enter tariff-free or at sharply reduced levies.
The deal was originally signed in New Delhi on April 27 and ratified following New Zealand parliamentary legislation passed on September 16.
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