IEC, RCMC & MSME Registrations

About this Service

Before any business can move goods across India's borders or claim a single rupee under the Foreign Trade Policy, three foundational registrations must be in place. Without these, Customs cannot clear shipments, banks cannot remit foreign exchange, and DGFT will not issue authorisations.

EXPORTAS takes the entire registration burden off your desk — IEC from DGFT, RCMC from your relevant Export Promotion Council, and MSME Udyam Aadhar from the Ministry of MSME — with all documentation, online submissions, follow-ups, and certificate delivery handled by our team.

What are IEC, RCMC and MSME Registrations?

IEC (Importer-Exporter Code) is a 10-digit code issued by the DGFT that is mandatory for any business that wants to import or export from India. Without an IEC, Customs will not clear your shipment.

RCMC (Registration Cum Membership Certificate) is issued by the relevant Export Promotion Council and is mandatory to avail benefits under the Foreign Trade Policy — including any DGFT authorisation, duty drawback, or export incentive scheme.

MSME Udyam Registration recognises your business as a Micro, Small or Medium Enterprise, unlocking priority sector lending, government scheme participation, and protection under the MSMED Act.

Who Should Avail This Service?

• Manufacturers planning to export their goods internationally
• Merchant exporters and trading houses dealing in any commodity
• Service exporters wishing to claim SEIS or other government benefits
• Importers bringing in raw materials, machinery or finished goods
• Existing businesses applying for DGFT authorisations, EPCG, AA or duty drawback
• Status holders applying for Star Export House recognition (1 to 5 Star)
• MSME units seeking subsidy schemes, easier credit and statutory protection

Key Benefits

• Recognition as a registered exporter/importer of India
• Unlocks all benefits under the Foreign Trade Policy
• Mandatory for availing DGFT authorisations, licences and incentives
• Eligibility for duty drawback, RoDTEP, RoSCTL and other refund schemes
• Access to Export Promotion Council resources, market intelligence and trade fairs
• MSME registration brings priority lending, lower interest rates and subsidy access
• Required for receiving export proceeds in foreign currency through banks
• Lifetime validity for IEC; five-year validity for RCMC; lifetime for MSME Udyam

Documents Required

• PAN Card of the business and authorised signatory
• Aadhaar Card of proprietor / partners / directors
• Address proof (electricity bill, rent agreement or property tax receipt)
• Bank certificate or cancelled cheque of the business current account
• GST Registration Certificate
• Memorandum & Articles of Association (for companies) or Partnership Deed (for firms)
• Passport-size photographs of the proprietor / partners / directors
• Self-declaration regarding manufacturing or merchant exporter status
• CA Certificate for export turnover (where applicable for status recognition)
• Digital Signature Certificate (Class 3) for online filings

Why Choose EXPORTAS for IEC, RCMC & MSME Registrations?

• Two-decade combined expertise across DGFT, Customs, GST and corporate compliance.
• End-to-end ownership — application, documentation, follow-up, closure.
• Best Turnaround Time (TAT) with proactive milestone updates.
• Transparent, error-free, risk-free processing under defined SOPs.
• Affordable transaction cost with no hidden charges.