Question 1

When did the India–UK CETA enter into force?

Accepted Answer

On 15 July 2026, according to official announcements from both governments. A related Double Contribution Convention on social security entered into force alongside it. Always verify the live text and schedules on government portals before relying on a preference.

Question 2

Does CETA replace the need for a UK company?

Accepted Answer

No. Preferential trade can apply to exporters without a UK subsidiary, but many services, banking, payroll, and procurement situations still need a UK Ltd, HMRC registrations, and local books. We scope that against your next twelve months of work.

Question 3

Can PJRJ certify preferential origin under CETA?

Accepted Answer

No. Origin certification and customs clearance sit with the exporter’s authorised processes and customs specialists. PJRJ maps the commercial and tax file — entity, HMRC, remittances, FEMA — so those papers do not contradict the trade story.

Question 4

How does CETA relate to the India–UK DTAA and FEMA?

Accepted Answer

CETA is a trade agreement. The India–UK DTAA still governs how business profits, dividends, interest, and royalties are taxed. FEMA still governs outbound investment and certain remittances. We keep those tracks on the same facts as the UK accounts.