FIEO Membership & RCMC
Registration with the Federation of Indian Export Organisations for export benefits and market access
What is FIEO Membership & RCMC?
Get your FIEO Registration-Cum-Membership Certificate — required by DGFT for Foreign Trade Policy benefits with no dedicated Export Promotion Council.
The Federation of Indian Export Organisations was set up by the Ministry of Commerce in 1965 as the apex body representing Indian exporters across all sectors. FIEO works closely with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry and the Directorate General of Foreign Trade to promote Indian exports and facilitate access to global markets. FIEO issues the RCMC to exporters of products and services not covered by a dedicated commodity-based Export Promotion Council or Commodity Board. The FIEO RCMC is issued under the authority of the DGFT and is recognised for claiming benefits under all Foreign Trade Policy schemes including Advance Authorisation, Export Promotion Capital Goods scheme, and other incentive schemes. Exporters engaged in multi-product exports or in sectors not covered by specialist bodies typically register with FIEO. Service exporters including IT companies, consultancies, and educational institutions often use the FIEO RCMC for accessing Foreign Trade Policy benefits. The application for FIEO membership and RCMC is made online on the FIEO portal. The applicant must be a registered business entity with a valid IEC and GST registration. The application requires submission of entity documents, bank certificate confirming export activity or bank details for new exporters, and payment of the prescribed membership fee. FIEO has regional offices across India that process applications and provide member services. Membership provides access to FIEO market development programmes, trade delegations, buyer-seller meets, and trade fair facilitation.
Who Needs FIEO Membership & RCMC?
Exporters of products and services not covered by a dedicated commodity-specific Export Promotion Council, multi-product exporters, service sector exporters, and businesses seeking access to FIEO market development programmes and DGFT scheme benefits.
What's Included
- DGFT-recognised RCMC for all Foreign Trade Policy scheme claims
- Access to FIEO market development programmes and trade delegations
- Participation in government-sponsored buyer-seller meets and trade fairs
- Networking with apex export body and policy advocacy representation
- Eligibility for FIEO export award recognition
- Access to FIEO trade information services and market intelligence
How It Works
- 1
FIEO portal registration
Register on the FIEO portal and create a member account linked to the entity PAN and IEC.
- 2
Application and document submission
Complete the membership application form, upload required documents, and submit along with payment of the prescribed membership fee.
- 3
FIEO processing and RCMC issuance
FIEO reviews the application and issues the RCMC electronically. The certificate is recognised by DGFT for export scheme claims.
- 4
DGFT portal update
Update the RCMC on the DGFT portal to link it to the IEC for use in export benefit applications.
Documents Required
Items marked Required are mandatory; others are situational.
Core Documents
- IEC certificateRequired
- GST registration certificateRequired
- PAN of entityRequired
- Bank details for export proceedsRequired
- Certificate of Incorporation or equivalentRequired
Fees & Pricing
Government Fees
FIEO membership fee (varies by category and membership type)
Varies by membership category; check current schedule on FIEO portal
Professional Fees
FIEO membership application assistance
Quoted on review of your specific case
* Government fees may vary. GST applicable on professional fees. Final pricing confirmed after review.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between FIEO membership and an EPC RCMC?
Export Promotion Councils (EPCs) issue RCMCs for specific commodity categories. FIEO is the apex body and issues RCMC for products and services not covered by a dedicated EPC. Multi-product exporters sometimes hold both an EPC RCMC for their main product and a FIEO RCMC as a general certification.
Is FIEO RCMC valid for service exports?
Yes. Service exporters including IT companies, engineering consultancies, and educational institutions commonly use the FIEO RCMC as SEPC (Service Export Promotion Council) is the specialist body for services but FIEO is also recognised as an alternative registration for DGFT purposes.
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