Archive · 21 Jul 2026
Govt proposes easing rules for small exporters
The government wants to make it easier for small businesses to export goods.
They proposed that small exporters, like MSMEs and e-commerce sellers, won't need a special certificate called RCMC for shipments worth up to Rs 10,000.
This change aims to help small businesses grow by reducing paperwork and making it simpler to export goods through postal or courier services.
The government is asking for feedback on this proposal before making it final.
This move is part of efforts to support small exporters in a challenging global market.
DGFT proposes exempting small exporters from RCMC for consignments up to Rs 10,000.
Aims to benefit MSMEs, artisans, and e-commerce sellers exporting through postal or courier channels.
Exemption does not apply to items listed as 'Restricted' under ITC (HS) classification.
Stakeholders have 10 days to provide feedback on the proposed amendment.
Current process requires RCMC for import/export authorisations and FTP benefits.
- Who
- Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT)
- What
- Proposed exemption from RCMC for small exporters
- When
- Proposal issued on July 20
- Where
- New Delhi
- Why
- To reduce regulatory burden and support small exporters
Supporters of the Proposal
Critics of the Proposal
Benefits to Small Exporters
Supporters of the Proposal
The proposal will significantly reduce the regulatory burden on small exporters, allowing them to grow their businesses more easily.
Critics of the Proposal
The exemption may lead to a lack of oversight, potentially allowing for misuse or non-compliance with export regulations.
Impact on Compliance
Supporters of the Proposal
The exemption will streamline processes and make it easier for small exporters to comply with regulations.
Critics of the Proposal
Removing the RCMC requirement could weaken the verification process, making it harder to ensure that exporters meet necessary standards.
- Proposed Exemption Threshold
- Rs 10,000
- Current Requirement
- Registration-cum-Membership Certificate (RCMC)
- Beneficiaries
- Micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), artisans, e-commerce sellers
- Exemption Scope
- Export consignments through postal or courier channels
- Exclusion
- Items listed as 'Restricted' under ITC (HS) classification
- Feedback Deadline
- 10 days from July 20
- Current Process
- RCMC required for import/export authorisations and FTP benefits
- Proposed Change
- No RCMC required for consignments up to Rs 10,000