Under the fifth amendment to India’s Phytosanitary Order (Regulations on Imports into India) 2026, which took effect on July 13, Vietnam was added to the list of countries authorized to export fresh durian for consumption to the Indian market.
Notably, India does not require any additional phytosanitary declarations on the Phytosanitary Certificate and has not imposed any special import conditions for the product.
With its large population, expanding middle class, and growing demand for high-quality imported agricultural and food products, India represents a significant opportunity for Vietnamese exporters.
Market access is expected to help Vietnamese businesses diversify their export destinations, reduce dependence on a limited number of traditional markets, and enhance the value and global standing of Vietnamese durian.
Vietnam has approximately 190,000 hectares under durian cultivation, with output this year projected to exceed 2 million tons. Durian exports generated around 562 million USD in the first five months of the year. The peak harvest season in the southeastern region and the Central Highlands is expected to last from June through November. With favorable export conditions, Vietnam’s durian exports are forecast to exceed 4 billion USD in value this year.
