RBI Extends Export Credit Relief Till June 30 Amid West Asia Crisis
These measures, effective immediately, apply to all regulated entities involved in export financing, aiming to ease debt servicing burdens caused by geopolitical disruptions and supply chain delays.
Mumbai: To cushion exporters from the ongoing disruptions caused by the West Asia crisis, the RBI on Tuesday extended the enhanced export credit period of 450 days for pre- and post-shipment finance to June 30, 2026, from the earlier March deadline. The relaxation on realising and repatriating full export value from nine to 15 months will also remain in force, said the central bank.
These measures, effective immediately, apply to all regulated entities involved in export financing, aiming to ease debt servicing burdens caused by geopolitical disruptions and supply chain delays. The RBI first introduced these leniencies in November 2025 during the US tariff wars, extending the credit window from 270 to 450 days to protect exporters’ margins.
The move follows representations from exporters and industry stakeholders who have flagged persistent challenges in meeting payment timelines due to supply chain disruptions, shipping delays, and elevated geopolitical risks in the region.
“These measures are aimed at providing continued relief to exporters navigating uncertain global trade conditions,” the central bank said, adding that exporters may avail the facility in line with the existing terms and conditions.
