How to Import Kurtis from India to the UK Wholesale (Now 0% Duty)

Quick answer

Under the UK–India Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), in force since 15 July 2026, women's garments made in India (HS chapter 62, such as kurtis, kurta sets and Anarkali suits) can be imported into the UK at 0% customs duty, down from the standard 12%. You still pay 20% import VAT, which VAT-registered businesses can usually reclaim. You need a GB EORI number and proof of Indian origin to claim the 0% rate.

Duty and VAT at a glance

| Item | UK rule | |---|---| | Standard duty (MFN) | 12% | | Duty for Indian-origin goods under CETA | 0% | | Import VAT | 20% (reclaimable if VAT registered) | | Low-value parcels | Consignments of £135 or less have duty relief and VAT is charged at the point of sale; this relief is due to end by October 2028 | | Typical express transit from India | About 3–5 working days |

Documents you need

• Commercial invoice from the supplier
• IEC (Importer Exporter Code) on the Indian side – we have this
• Your GB EORI number
• Proof of origin for the 0% CETA rate: an origin declaration from the exporter, a certificate of origin, or the importer's own knowledge, as the agreement allows

Labelling

UK law requires fibre content labels on textile products (Textile Products (Labelling and Fibre Composition) Regulations 2012). Care and country-of-origin labels are good practice. We can stitch your own labels with the correct fibre content.

Step by step

1. Choose styles from our catalogue, or send your own designs
2. Approve a sample (7–8 days)
3. Pay 50% advance; we produce in about 15 days for 100 pieces
4. We ship by express courier with the invoice and origin documents
5. Your courier or broker clears customs at 0% duty plus VAT

Working with Bahe Kurtiz

| | | |---|---| | Minimum order (MOQ) | 15 to 20 pieces per design, sizes can be mixed | | Sample | 7 to 8 days, with photos and video for approval | | Bulk production | About 15 days for 100 pieces after sample approval | | Payment | 50% advance, balance before dispatch | | Private label | Your neck labels, care labels, hang tags and packaging | | Made in | Our own unit in Jaipur, India |

Ready to start? WhatsApp us with your styles and quantities, or fill the wholesale enquiry form. See also: private label manufacturing · hand block print kurti manufacturer.

This guide is general information for buyers, not legal or customs advice. Duty rates depend on the exact HS code and fabric, and rules change, so always confirm with your customs broker or courier before importing. Information checked November 2026.