The EU-India Free Trade Agreement Is Here.
Your Expansion Window Just Opened.
The largest free trade agreement either side has ever signed. Two billion people. Nearly 25% of global GDP. The companies that move first will capture the advantage.
2B
People in the free trade zone
25%
Of global GDP covered
€4B
Annual duty savings for EU
€120B
EU-India goods traded in 2024
On January 27, 2026, the European Union and India concluded the largest free trade agreement either side has ever signed - a deal that creates a free trade zone of two billion people, covering nearly 25% of global GDP.
After almost two decades of on-and-off negotiations - started in 2007, stalled in 2013, relaunched in 2022 - the agreement was announced at the India-EU Summit in New Delhi by Prime Minister Modi, European Commission President von der Leyen, and European Council President Costa.
This isn't a minor tariff adjustment. This is a structural shift in how European and Indian companies can do business with each other - and the companies that move first will capture the advantage.
What the FTA Changes
The numbers tell the story. The EU will eliminate tariffs on over 90% of tariff lines. India will eliminate tariffs on 86% of tariff lines - covering 96.6% of trade by value. That translates to up to €4 billion in annual duty savings on European products alone.
For European Companies
India's traditionally protected market is opening like never before. Tariffs on chemicals (previously up to 22%), machinery, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, car parts, and processed foods are being eliminated or drastically reduced. Services providers in financial, maritime, and digital sectors gain privileged access.
For Indian Companies
The EU - already India's largest trading partner at €120 billion in goods traded in 2024 - becomes dramatically more accessible. Fisheries, textiles, chemicals, footwear, and pharmaceuticals all benefit from reduced European tariffs. Services trade, already at €59.8 billion in 2024, gets a more stable and predictable framework.
The deal also covers digital trade, intellectual property, SME provisions, and sustainability standards - making this a comprehensive, modern agreement, not just a tariff schedule.
Why This Matters Right Now
"Trade agreements don't create opportunities by themselves. They create windows - and windows close."
The companies that mapped their target markets, identified buyers, and built go-to-market strategies before the tariff reductions fully phase in will be the ones capturing market share. The companies that wait will find themselves competing against first movers who already have relationships, local presence, and brand recognition.
Whether you're an Indian company looking at Europe or a European company looking at India, the question is the same: Where exactly do I start, who do I sell to, and how do I navigate this market?
Two New Reports
Built for This Moment
NoordSight has developed two special intelligence reports designed specifically for companies looking to act on the EU-India FTA.
Report 1
India → Europe Entry Intelligence
For Indian companies expanding into the European Union
Europe is not one market - it's 27 member states, each with different buyer behavior, regulatory frameworks, competitive dynamics, and business cultures. The FTA opens the door to all of them. This report tells you which door to walk through first.
- EU-wide market scan for your product/service category
- Best country to start - scored and ranked assessment
- FTA impact assessment for your product category
- Regulatory and compliance overview (CE, GDPR, sector-specific)
- Buyer landscape mapping & competitive landscape (10–15 competitors)
- Channel overview, cultural notes & three strategic entry options
- Source appendix - every claim cited with a verifiable source
Who this is for
Indian B2B companies - from IT services and SaaS to manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, textiles, and engineering - that want to capitalize on the FTA but need structured intelligence on where and how to enter the EU.
Report 2
Europe → India Market Intelligence
For European companies expanding into India
India is the world's most populous country, its fourth-largest economy, and - with this FTA - now your most accessible major growth market. But India is not a single market. It's a continent-sized economy with massive regional variation, complex regulatory layers, and buyer behavior that doesn't map to your European playbook.
- India market overview for your product/service category
- FTA impact assessment - tariff reductions for your category
- Regulatory & compliance landscape (BIS, FDI, licensing)
- Buyer landscape - segments, geographies, decision structures
- Competitive landscape (10–15 competitors) & pricing intelligence
- Channel & distribution overview, cultural & business practice notes
- Three strategic entry options & source appendix
Who this is for
European B2B companies - from machinery and chemicals to SaaS, food and beverage, automotive components, and industrial products - that see the FTA as a trigger to enter or accelerate in India.
Why €990 Is a No-Regret Decision
A single business-class flight costs more than this report
A week of your team doing Google research costs more
One wrong country choice can cost you 12–18 months
For €990, you get structured, sourced, decision-ready intelligence - custom to your product and your competitive context - delivered in 24 hours. This is the intelligence that helps you move while the window is open.
How to Get Started
Fill in our intake form
15 minutes - tell us about your company, your product, and whether you're looking at Europe or India.
We decode the market
Our proprietary research methodology goes to work, synthesizing intelligence from multiple specialized systems, cross-validating findings, and structuring output for your decision.
You receive your report
Branded PDF, structured data, and every claim sourced. Ready to present to your board, brief your team, or hand to a local partner.
The EU-India Free Trade Agreement is subject to legal review, translation, and ratification by the European Parliament, Council of the EU, and India's Union Council of Ministers before entering into force. The intelligence in these reports accounts for the agreed provisions and anticipated implementation timeline.
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