Updated on February 28, 2025 06:06:53 PM
The Export House Certificate, also known as the Status Holder Certificate, is a higher honor given by the Government of India to those traders who have made a great contribution to the foreign trade division in India. This certification is formal recognition of the exporter's performance and provides a number of advantages that increase the exporter’s competitiveness in the international market. Some of the benefits include being privileged to have customs preference, being free from bank guarantees, and having privileges to access one or several export promotion programs. This guide will discuss the basic characteristics of the Export House Certificate, including its requirements, application, advantages, and peculiarities in the context of Andaman and Nicobar Islands exports, within which exporters will be able to apply for this certificate and gain a competitive advantage on the global markets.
The Export House Certificate is one of the prestigious certificates issued by the directorate general of foreign trade of India to exporters for their valuable contribution in the foreign trade of the country. Normally known as a Status Holder Certificate, it is issued depending on the exporter’s record of stability within the worldwide trading system. Export houses are classified in terms of export turnover, categorized in order: one star, two stars, three stars, four stars, and five stars. This certificate includes many privileges that will enable importers to avail priority customs clearance, some special immunities related to bank guarantees, and some export schemes that are funded by the government. It improves the standing of the exporter, productivity, and competitiveness in the international market, making it a valuable tool of trade.
The Export House Certificate offers numerous benefits to exporters, enhancing their global competitiveness and operational efficiency. Key benefits include:
The procedure for obtaining an Export House Certificate in Andaman and Nicobar Islands has become more efficient with the help of an online system introduced by the DGFT. Here’s how to apply:
Open the website of DGFT, and then enter your user ID and password to log in into the exporter login.
Select "Start fresh application" to initiate the process.
You are asked to input some of your data in the fields that are already filled in automatically depending on your IEC profile, thus minimizing the data input time.
Select your sector of export and the category that you are visiting for.
Attach necessary documents, such as:
You need to agree to the terms and conditions of the application, e-sign the application using an Aadhar card ID or digital token, and send the application online.
The following documents are required for obtaining an Export House Certificate:
There is no application fee for acquiring an Export House Certificate. Yet, there are some costs you may have to meet, including the cost of preparing the documents, attorney fees, and other administrative expenses.
Note:- Professional fees for the Export House Certificate is ₹5,000 only with Professional Utilities.
The Export House Certificate or the Status Holder Certificate is as valid as 5 years from the date of grant or till the Foreign Trade Policy is valid. The certificate cannot be renewed, but a new certificate can be applied for.
The Export House Certificate is also called the Status Holder Certificate awarded by the Indian Government based on the exporter's performance for export business for the country. It has a number of advantages, such as preferential customs treatment, exclusion from some types of guarantees required from a bank, as well as the availability of export stimulation programs. This certificate improves exporters’ competitiveness across the world and grants them a chance for growth. This certificate can be applied by the exporters from Andaman and Nicobar Islands through the DGFT website. It is valid for five years, and as such, the exporters receive a higher level of awareness and improved operations at the international level.
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The Export House Certificate or Status Holder Certificate is an accreditation given by the Director General of Foreign Trade to the exporter for their commendable performance in foreign trade of Indian goods.
Key benefits include customs clearance, free from bank guarantees, and other export promotion measures such as advance Authorisation and EPCG and processes like self-certification on goods and products and higher confidence amongst international buyers.
To apply, log in through an online application on the DGFT portal, upload necessary documents, select the category, sign digitally, and accept conditions to submit the application electronically.
Documents needed include a self-attested copy of the IEC along with the PAN card, the Registration Cum Membership Certificate issued by Export Promotion Council, a certificate from a Chartered Accountant, and export performance.
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