The import and export of all goods shall be free, except for items governed by the EXIM policy or any other legislation currently in force. Registration with regional licensing authority is a prerequisite for goods being imported and exported. Unless the importer has obtained from the regional authority an Import Export Code (IEC) the customs does not require clearance of products. https://timebusinessnews.com/dgft-approval-for-import-of-restricted-items-in-india-like-gold-dore/