EXPORT–IMPORT CONSULTANCY

1. Introduction

Export–Import (EXIM) Consultancy provides professional guidance and support to businesses engaged in international trade. Consultants help organizations understand government policies, documentation, licensing, compliance, finance, logistics, and market opportunities related to importing and exporting goods and services.

2. Scope of Export–Import Consultancy Services

A. Registration & Licensing

IEC (Import Export Code) Registration
AD Code Registration with Customs
RCMC Registration under the Export Promotion Council
Assistance in obtaining APEDA, FSSAI, GST, and other mandatory registrations
Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) for online DGFT and customs operations

B. DGFT Related Services

Advance Authorization
EPCG (Export Promotion Capital Goods) Scheme
MEIS/SEIS (if applicable) & RoDTEP benefits
Duty Drawback Assistance
Script issuance and utilization (DFIA, Advance License, EPCG)

C. Export Documentation Support

Commercial Invoice
Packing List
Certificate of Origin
Shipping Bill / Bill of Export
Bill of Lading / Airway Bill
GST documentation
Insurance documents
Bank Realisation Certificate (BRC) support

D. Import Documentation Support

Bill of Entry filing
HS Code classification
Valuation, duty calculation & customs clearance support
Port handling guidance
Insurance and warehousing documentation

E. Trade Compliance & Regulatory Support

Understanding foreign trade policy (FTP)
Customs Act, GST, and RBI compliance
FEMA compliance for cross-border transactions
EDPMS/IDPMS compliance for import/export payments

F. Market Research & Business Development

Identification of global buyers
Product sourcing and supplier verification
Export pricing strategy
Country-wise market feasibility study
Trade fair, B2B matching, and international business networking

G. Logistics & Supply Chain Support

Freight forwarding guidance
Container booking and handling
International shipping terms (INCOTERMS)
Insurance & risk management
Warehousing & packaging recommendations

H. Export Finance & Incentives

Pre-shipment & Post-shipment finance
Packing credit
LC (Letter of Credit) handling
Export credit guarantee (ECGC) guidance
Assistance in availing export incentives

3. Benefits of Export–Import Consultancy

Ensures compliance and avoids penalties
Saves time and reduces operational errors
Facilitates faster DGFT & Customs clearances
Helps in identifying profitable international markets
Provides end-to-end support from documentation to logistics
Enhances export competitiveness and business growth

4. Who Needs Export–Import Consultancy?

New entrepreneurs planning to start an export business
MSMEs seeking to expand globally
Manufacturers wanting to tap foreign markets
Traders and merchants importing raw materials or products
Start-ups exploring global e-commerce (Amazon/Alibaba exports)

5. Conclusion

Export–Import Consultancy plays a crucial role in guiding businesses through complex international trade procedures. With expert support, companies can grow globally, comply with regulations, and efficiently manage documentation and logistics.