As a citizen of India who is involved in  Import-Export, anyone can come to the conclusion that bringing in foreign currency is equal to contributing to the growth of the nation. Going further ahead becoming a leader in Import-Export can become a part of any trader’s natural ambition. The Government decided to couple both of these natural tendencies and formed a concept called Status Holder/Star Export House Certification.

Status Holders are business leaders who have excelled in international trade and have successfully contributed to the country’s foreign trade. In this article, we are going to discuss about the documents required to obtain the Status Holder/Star Export House Certificate from DGFT [Directorate General of Foreign Trade]

Watch this short video on the Star Export House / Status Holder Certification which explains what exactly is Star export house certification, what is the eligibility criteria, its practical benefits & How to apply for it? & finally, how can we at Afleo Consultants help you in getting a Status Holder Certificate from DGFT.

[Note: To get in-depth information about the Star export house and it's eligibility criteria refer our article "Star Export House Certificate and It's Eligibility Criteria"]

Documents required for Star Export House Certificate

1. Application Form –ANF 3C
2. Submitting Hard copy of ANF3C
3. CA Certificate as per Annexure to ANF 3C.
4. Statement of Export, Certified by Chartered Accountant (CA).
5. Self-certified copy of IEC.
6. Self-certified copy of valid RCMC.
7. Self-certified copy of PAN.

 Now let us see each document in detail.

1. Application in Aayaat Niryaat Form –ANF 3C

Application Form ANF-3C is an important document to be submitted to the DGFT for obtaining a status holder certificate. To give you a crux of this form, this form is basically an online application for the grant of status certificate. Through this form we provide the necessary information to the DGFT which is used for consideration for the grant of the status certificate.

Now let us see Page by Page what this application form holds.

1^st Page:

The first page basically divides the form into Part A and Part B.

Part A provides includes.

• Applicant’s details
• Application details.

Part A is basically inclined a lot towards the company and its details.

Part B furnishes the DGFT with the

• Category of status to which it is applied.
• Details of export turnover
• Declaration/Undertaking
• Personal Details

Part B is basically inclined towards the information related to the Export Turnover of the Company and it's bifurcation with regards to Export of Goods, Export of services, Deeemed Exports, etc.

2. Submitting Hard copy of ANF3C

After filling the form one needs to take the printout of the form as it is necessary to submit the hardcopy along with the rest of the documents that we are going to see. The aim of this hardcopy submission is that this copy rests with the DGFT as a record and can be used according to their future requirements.

3. CA Certificate as per Annexure to ANF 3C

Annexure to ANF 3C is a certificate filled and certified by a CA/Cost Accountant/Company Secretary. This part comprises of 8 sub-points. All these points basically qualify that all the details that are provided by the applicant are checked, valid and true. It also consists of Format A, B, C & D. Fill only the Format applicable for your organization and get it CA Certified.

4. Statement of Exports, certified by Chartered Accountant (CA)

This is an important document which provides the spot on information about the financials. These statements tell the in-depth information about the export done during that particular financial year and it's a proof for the DGFT whether or not you are eligible for obtaining a status holder certificate.

5. Self-Certified copy of IEC

An Import Export Code is important and necessary for any Exporters. This document is proof that you are a legit exporter.

6. Self-Certified copy of valid RCMC

RCMC stands for Registration Cum Membership Certificate which is an important Status Holder document. It is something to be obtained from the Export Promotion Councils. Now let us see a condition in which the applicant is only into exports of services and not of goods, in this case he needs to obtain an RCMC from Service Export Promotional Council (SEPC). If the applicant is into export of services as well as exports of goods, then RCMC from the relevant council (For Example. EEPC, CHEMEXCIL, PHARMEXCIL, FIEO etc.) can be considered.

7. Self-Certified copy of PAN

PAN also known as Permanent Account Number is a compulsory document for obtaining a status holder certificate. PAN as we all know is an important document for getting involved in foreign exchange. One of the reasons for furnishing your card lies in the fact that there are many benefits which are monetary in nature available to status holders.

Documents Required for Claiming Double Weightage.

For claiming the benefit of Double Weightage you will need any one of these additional documents:-

1. MSME/SSI Certificate
2. ISO Certificate.
3. Valid address proof that states that your business is situated in Sikkim, Jammu & Kashmir or at any other North-eastern States.
4. Valid proof that your Business Units are situated in the Agri Export Zones.

[To know more about the benefit of Double Weightage, its eligibility criteria and how it works along with an example, click "Here"]

How Afleo can help you?

Afleo.com is one of the leading firms when it comes to Import and Export Consulting. We are very well versed into the mechanisms of DGFT and the schemes that are exercised by them. So when it comes to applying for Star Export House/Status Holder Certificate we can minimize all the confusions and complicated procedures involved. We are leading Star Export House Consultants in India. Please fill the form below to get in touch with us.