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Introduction and Its Compliance
The Registration-Cum-Membership Certificate (RCMC) is a registration required by firms engaged in import and export of goods under the Foreign Trade Policy of India. These are issued by the Export Promotion Councils (EPCs) / Commodity Boards or other competent authority to a merchant exporter or manufacturer exporter in respect of a particular product or products. RCMC registration provides an enabler to get the facility of benefit under following Foreign Trade and Policy in India. Lawfinity extends full support to achieve RCMC registration and assures that the businesses are compliant by the DGFT norms by facilitating growth in export opportunities and grabbing different government schemes.
Why It Is Needed
RCMC (Registration-Cum-Membership Certificate) is very much required for exporters in order to be a registered exporters and also to meet the legal formalities with Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) authorities in order to claim benefits for duty exemptions and export incentives / benefits / rewards under different schemes of the government. It is also the requirement for joining the respective Export Promotion Council or Commodity Board. Lawfinity India Pvt Ltd guarantees fast and accurate RCMC registration to get your business running seamlessly in international markets and maximize some benefit of export promotion schemes.
Benefits and Advantages
- Access to Export Incentives Registered exporters can claim various government export benefits under FTP, SEIS, MEIS, RoDTEP and other incentive schemes.
- Enhanced Credibility RCMC membership boosts business credibility in global markets, making foreign buyers more confident in transacting.
- Support and Guidance Export Promotion Councils offer valuable market intelligence, trade facilitation services and government support for registered members.
- Participation in International Trade Fairs RCMC holders can participate in trade fairs, buyer-seller meets and business delegations organized by EPCs and government agencies.
- Smooth Customs Clearance Customs authorities often require RCMC for processing various export clearances, duty benefits and refunds.
Eligibility Criteria
The following entities are eligible for RCMC registration:
- Manufacturers, traders and service providers engaged in the export of goods or services.
- Sole proprietorships, partnerships, LLPs, private limited companies, public limited companies, societies and trusts.
- Entities must possess a valid Import Export Code (IEC) issued by DGFT.
- Exporters of products under a particular Export Promotion Council or Commodity Board jurisdiction.
- Lawfinity helps businesses assess their eligibility and identify the correct Export Promotion Council or Commodity Board for RCMC registration.
Documents Required
The general list of documents required for RCMC registration includes:
- Copy of Import Export Code (IEC) Certificate.
- PAN Card of the business entity.
- GST Registration Certificate.
- Company Incorporation Certificate / Partnership Deed / Registration Certificate.
- MOA & AOA (for companies) / Trust Deed / Society Bylaws (if applicable).
- Bank Certificate or Cancelled Cheque.
- Self-certified list of directors/partners/proprietor.
- Company's foreign exchange earnings by certified by Chartered Accountant (past three years)
- A board resolution or power of attorney issued in favour of the signing authority
- A GST registration certificate.
- KYC Documents of authorised signatories (Email id, Mobile No. PAN, Aadhaar, Voter id, Bank Statement etc.)
- Lawfinity ensures that all required documents are carefully reviewed and submitted accurately to avoid any delays or rejections.
Steps for Getting Registration
- Eligibility Assessment: Evaluate your export products and identify the appropriate Export Promotion Council or Commodity Board.
- Documentation Preparation: Gather and verify all required documents to ensure completeness.
- Application Filing: File the online or offline RCMC application with the relevant council along with prescribed fees.
- Liaison with Council: Respond to any clarifications or queries raised by the Export Promotion Council.
- Approval and Certificate Issuance: Once approved, the council issues the Registration-Cum-Membership Certificate.
- Post-Registration Compliance: Lawfinity provides continuous support for renewals, amendments and compliance with council guidelines.
Penalties
- Ineligibility for Export Benefits Ineligibility to claim export incentives and government benefits.
- Application Rejection Rejection of export-related applications and refund claims.
- Export Suspension Suspension of export privileges under the DGFT’s Foreign Trade Policy.
- Severe Non-Compliance Penalty or suspension of licence in extreme cases of non-compliance.
- Lawfinity Support With Lawfinity, businesses can avoid these risks through timely registration and ongoing compliance support.
Timelines
Document Preparation
3 to 5 working days
Application Filing
1 to 2 working days
Processing by Export Promotion Council
10 to 15 working days
Total Estimated Time
2 to 3 weeks
Timelines may vary depending on document verification and government approvals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Because every great business starts with the right answers.
RCMC is mandatory for exporters who wish to avail benefits under the Foreign Trade Policy. In some cases, certain exports may not require RCMC if no benefit is being claimed.
You need to register with the EPC related to your product category. Lawfinity assists in identifying the correct council.
Generally, one RCMC per council suffices. If you deal in multiple products under different councils, you may need separate RCMCs.
Yes, service providers can register with the Services Export Promotion Council (SEPC) to obtain RCMC.
RCMC is usually valid for 5 years and is renewable upon payment of renewal fees.
Yes, even newly established businesses with a valid IEC can apply for RCMC.
Generally, physical verification is not mandatory unless specifically requested by the council.
Without RCMC, exporters may lose access to export incentives, duty exemptions and may face delays in customs clearance.
Lawfinity offers complete assistance in documentation, filing, liaising with EPCs, obtaining the certificate and managing post-registration compliance.
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