Are you looking to export agricultural or processed food products from India to international markets? APEDA Registration is a mandatory compliance for exporters dealing in products covered under Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA). It assists eligible exporters to obtain a Registration-cum-Membership Certificate (RCMC) and access relevant export promotion information, guidance and services. Lincenzo assists business with APEDA RCMC registration, eligibility check, document preparation, online application filing and application follow up.
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You can avoid unnecessary application errors and learn about the requirements that apply to you by choosing the right registration support. At Lincenzo we assist with: Eligibility Check: Know if your products are covered under the scheduled categories of APEDA. Document checklist: Which supporting documents do you need for your exporter category? Application Preparation Assist to organize business details and supporting documents. Online Filing Guidance: Help with the relevant e-RCMC application process. Application Follow-up Assist you to understand status updates and respond to requests for additional information. Related Compliance Support: Required business registrations and export documentation guidance.
APEDA Registration is the procedure through which the eligible exporters of APEDA scheduled agricultural and processed food products register themselves with the concerned authority and obtain Registration-cum-Membership Certificate(RCMC).
APEDA is an apex organization under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India for promotion of export of agricultural and processed food products.
From 17 July 2023 onward, APEDA RCMC applications are being routed through Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) portal. Normally, the exporters should have Importer Exporter Code (IEC) prior to seeking an APEDA RCMC.
“Certificate applies to eligible exporters of scheduled products. The specific requirements vary by product category and type of exporter and export regulation.
APEDA Registration is mandatory for Businesses exporting products under the scheduled categories of APEDA, as per the applicable rules and exemptions.
Not all food related businesses are required to obtain APEDA registration. Businesses selling only in the domestic market should check if this registration applies to their activities.
Want to export agricultural or processed food products from India? Check product eligibility, IEC status and supporting documentation.
Lincenzo can help you understand the APEDA RCMC registration process and take you through the next steps for your business.
Get in touch with Lincenzo today to talk about your APEDA Registration needs and get guidance for your export business.
If your business doesn’t have an Importer Exporter Code, apply for it through the official DGFT portal. Normally IEC is required for registration with APEDA RCMC.
Get to know your products and verify whether they fall under the scheduled categories of APEDA. Determine whether you want to file your application as merchant exporter, manufacturer exporter or merchant-cum-manufacturer exporter.
Collect your IEC details, business details and relevant supporting documents for your product category and exporter type.
Go to the e-RCMC service on the official DGFT website. Choose the appropriate registration authority and fill in the APEDA RCMC application as applicable.
Fill in the required details, upload the supporting documents and pay the applicable government registration fee through the authorized payment process.
The competent authority reviews the application and the supporting documents . Follow the directions if asked for clarification or additional documentation.
After your application is approved, log into the appropriate online portal, download your certificate, and keep it on file for your export compliance records.
Floriculture and horticultural productsSeeds and other covered agricultural products
Processed food products and certain prepared food items
Other products specified in APEDA’s applicable schedule
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