Exports

APEDA Registration

Agricultural & Processed Food Products Export Development Authority registration for exporters

Overview

Exporters of scheduled agricultural and processed food products — including fresh fruits and vegetables, meat and meat products, dairy products, floriculture and poultry — must register with the Agricultural & Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) under the APEDA Act, 1985. Estabizz provides complete APEDA registration assistance including documentation, portal filing and post-registration export guidance.

What We Offer

✓APEDA portal registration and RCMC (Registration-cum-Membership Certificate) filing
✓Exporter profile set-up: product categories and HS codes
✓Liaison with APEDA regional offices
✓Export certification advisory (Phytosanitary, Organic, Halal)
✓IEC (Import Export Code) support if not already held
✓APEDA financial assistance scheme guidance
✓Certificate renewal and category addition

How It Works

1

IEC Verification

Confirm your entity holds a valid Import Export Code (IEC) from DGFT — prerequisite for APEDA registration.

2

Document Compilation

Prepare bank certificate, cancelled cheque, product list, MoA/partnership deed and authorised signatory details.

3

Portal Filing

Submit the APEDA registration application online with prescribed fee and upload supporting documents.

4

RCMC Issuance

APEDA verifies the application and issues the Registration-cum-Membership Certificate (RCMC), typically within 7–10 working days.

Documents Required

  • Import Export Code (IEC) certificate
  • Bank certificate / cancelled cheque
  • Certificate of Incorporation / Partnership deed
  • PAN card of entity
  • List of scheduled products to be exported
  • Authorised signatory identity and address proof

Frequently Asked Questions

Which products require APEDA registration?+

All products listed in the APEDA Schedule — including fresh/processed fruits and vegetables, meat, poultry, dairy, cereals, confectionery, floriculture, and related items.

How long is the RCMC valid?+

The APEDA RCMC is typically valid for 5 years and must be renewed before expiry.

Is APEDA registration required for domestic sales too?+

No. APEDA registration applies only to export of scheduled commodities. Domestic trading does not require it.

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Agricultural & Processed Food Products Export Development Authority registration for exporters

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