FIEO Registration

Federation of Indian Export Organisations – An Overview

The Ministry of Commerce, Government of India, established the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) to supervise and promote India’s exports. The council, which has its main office in New Delhi, stands in for the entrepreneurial spirit of Indian business people on the international stage.

The FIEO Membership works actively to bring up the issues and challenges faced by exporters with the relevant agencies in order to have them resolved as soon as possible. Its main objective is to help members take their businesses global.

FIEO Membership Annual Subscription Fees

An exporter that registers with FIEO will benefit from both the Foreign Trade Policy benefits as well as FIEO’s services, facilities, credentials, and global reach. An exporter can still sign up on FIEO Membership under its Individual Exporter Category even if they do not want to obtain the RCMC and claim benefits under the Foreign Trade Policy. Here is the list of what different categories should pay annually:

How to File an Application for an Associate Membership Under FIEO ?

To file an application for an associate membership under FIEO, you can follow these steps:

• Visit the FIEO website and download the application form for associate membership.
• Fill out the application form completely and accurately. Be sure to include all of the required information, such as your name, address, contact information, and business details.
• Attach the required documents to the application form. These documents may include your business registration certificate, a copy of your PAN card, and a copy of your bank statement.
• Submit the completed application form and required documents to FIEO. You can submit the application form and documents in person, by mail, or online.

How to Become a Member of FIEO?

• Step 1: Visit the FIEO website
• Step 2: Access the membership section and select ‘How to apply for RCMC registration
• Step 3: Download or fill the application form online
• Step 4: Fill in your credentials
• Step 5: Choose ordinary membership
• Step 6: Provide necessary information
• Step 7: Mention firm name and export type
• Step 8: Specify entity type
• Step 9: Provide information on key management executives
• Step 10: Submit the Letter of Authority.

FIEO Registration Process

• Upload the necessary files and data to our web portal
• For information about your category of scheduled goods, speak with our business advisor
• Our experts will confirm the accuracy of the documents and information provided
• Use one of the available payment methods to make your payment online
• Our experts will submit an application along with the necessary paperwork
• The government agency will issue an FIEO Registration certificate following a successful verification.

Applying for an RCMC Certificate?

• Access the official website
• Click on the membership tab
• Select ‘How to apply for RCMC registration’ or download the application from the website
• On the application webpage, provide your username, password, and Import-Export Code (IEC Number)
• Under the membership tab, select ‘Ordinary Membership’ and provide details such as the name, address, and export house status (e.g., One Star Export House, Two Star Export House, etc.)
• Enter the name of your firm and the type of exports conducted by your business
• Indicate whether your entity is a company or a partnership
• Share details about the shareholders and directors of your company
• Include a letter of authority specifying the representative who will handle the FIEO application on behalf of your business.

Who Can Get RCMC From FIEO?

An RCMC (Registration-Cum-Membership Certificate) can be obtained from the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) by Indian exporters who are engaged in international trade. The RCMC is a registration required by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), which falls under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry in India. It serves as proof of a firm’s status as an exporter and is required for availing certain benefits and concessions related to exports.

To be eligible for obtaining an RCMC from FIEO, the exporter should generally fulfil the following criteria:

1. Genuine Exporter: The entity applying for the RCMC should be engaged in the business of exporting goods or services from India.

2. Valid Business: The exporter’s business should be valid and legitimate, adhering to all legal and regulatory requirements.

3. Export-Related Activities: The applicant should be involved in activities related to exports, such as manufacturing, trading, or providing export-oriented services.

4. Membership with Export Promotion Councils: Typically, to obtain an RCMC, the exporter needs to be a member of an Export Promotion Council (EPC) or a Commodity Board. FIEO is one of the recognised Export Promotion Councils in India, and exporters can become members to obtain an RCMC from FIEO.

Services of FIEO in India

• A weekly e-bulletin is provided by FIEO to keep traders informed of both national and international trade-related news as well as developments on the global stage
• The Indian trade portal offers a free online service that provides information on 65 countries’ MFN tariffs, preferential tariffs, SPS/TBT, and rules of origin as well as 87 countries’ import statistics and India’s share of those imports
• The council provides two additional chat services on the FIEO registration website to address inquiries regarding quality standards, business legal matters, arbitration, international treaties, transfer of technology, patent applications, trademarks, product marketing, and related topics
• The website of Federation of Indian Export Organisations has press articles on topics pertaining to global trade
• Spot rates, forward rates, a forward calculator, a FOREX matrix, pivot points, the LIBOR rate, historical data, a currency source, and a chart are among the FOREX Services that FIEO has launched.