India–New Zealand FTA clears Parliament, opening tariff-free access for Indian exports
New Zealand’s Parliament has approved the India–New Zealand FTA, reportedly set to take effect on October 19, 2026. India will receive duty-free access for all exports to New Zealand, while tariffs will be eliminated or reduced on 95% of New Zealand exports to India, with implications for ceramics, carpets, autos and components.
What happened
retail-company · New Zealand Parliament approved the India-New Zealand FTA, expected to start in October 2026. It will remove New Zealand tariffs on all Indian
Key facts
- 1.4 billion Indian consumers
- 95% of New Zealand exports to India eligible for eliminated or significantly reduced tariffs
- 57% of New Zealand exports to India duty-free from implementation
- 100% of India's exports to New Zealand granted duty-free access
- New Zealand peak tariffs currently up to 10% on select Indian goods
- $20 billion New Zealand investment commitment in India over 15 years
Why this matters
Evaluate cross-border distribution, sourcing and partnership opportunities ahead of implementation, prioritizing categories benefiting from India’s tariff-free entry into New Zealand.