APEDA Registration for Exporters of Agricultural Products
Get APEDA registration and RCMC to export scheduled agricultural and processed food products. Qualified professionals prepare and file on the APEDA portal.
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APEDA Registration (RCMC) at a glance
- Professional fee
- Quote on request, confirmed before you pay
- Typical timeline
- APEDA registration is typically completed within a few working days to a couple of weeks of a complete application, depending on APEDA processing.
- Who handles it
- A qualified professional from the Vibence partner network
- Documents
- Import Export Code issued by DGFT, PAN of the business entity, Bank certificate or cancelled cheque of the business account and more
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- Free Ambition Pro for 12 months and domains at cost
Last reviewed October 2026
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority, known as APEDA, works under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry to promote exports of scheduled agricultural products. Exporters of these products, such as fruits, vegetables, processed foods, cereals and certain animal products, need a Registration-cum-Membership Certificate (RCMC) from APEDA. The RCMC is needed to export scheduled products and to claim benefits under the Foreign Trade Policy.
Vibence helps you apply correctly. Qualified professionals from the Vibence partner network confirm that your products fall under the APEDA schedule, check that your Import Export Code is active, prepare the online application with supporting documents and track it until the RCMC is issued. We also explain what you must do after registration, such as filing periodic export returns and renewing on time.
Who this is for
- Exporters of fresh fruits, vegetables and floriculture products
- Exporters of processed foods, cereals and pulses
- Merchant and manufacturer exporters of scheduled products
- Agri start-ups and farmer producer companies entering export markets
Export scheduled products
An RCMC allows you to export products listed in the APEDA schedule.
Access export schemes
Registration opens access to APEDA assistance schemes and policy benefits.
Market support
APEDA members can take part in trade fairs, buyer meets and export promotion activities.
Buyer confidence
Overseas buyers often look for APEDA-registered exporters.
What's included
- Check that your products fall under the APEDA schedule
- Verification that your Import Export Code is active
- Preparation of the RCMC application on the APEDA portal
- Compilation of supporting documents and declarations
- Responses to queries raised by APEDA
- Delivery of the APEDA RCMC
- Guidance on post-registration duties such as returns and renewal
We confirm an itemised fixed price for your exact case before any payment.
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- Domains at cost
APEDA charges a registration fee for the RCMC, plus applicable GST, which is paid directly to APEDA separately from the Vibence professional fee.
Documents you'll need
- Import Export Code issued by DGFT
- PAN of the business entity
- Bank certificate or cancelled cheque of the business account
- Incorporation certificate, partnership deed or LLP agreement
- Identity and address proof of the proprietor, partners or directors
- Business address proof
- Digital signature certificate of the authorised signatory, where needed
APEDA registration is typically completed within a few working days to a couple of weeks of a complete application, depending on APEDA processing.
APEDA charges a registration fee for the RCMC, plus applicable GST, which is paid directly to APEDA separately from the Vibence professional fee.
Qualified professionals from the Vibence partner network, with certification wherever the law requires it.
The process
- Product checkWe confirm that your products are covered by the APEDA schedule.
- IEC and documentsYou share your IEC and business documents for review.
- Application filingA qualified professional files the RCMC application and the fee is paid.
- Query handlingWe help you respond to any queries from APEDA.
- RCMC issuedYou receive your APEDA Registration-cum-Membership Certificate.
APEDA Registration (RCMC): FAQs
Who needs APEDA registration?
Exporters of products listed in the APEDA schedule generally need an APEDA RCMC. These include many fresh and processed agricultural products, such as fruits, vegetables, cereals, processed foods, floriculture products and certain animal products. Both manufacturer exporters and merchant exporters need it. If you are unsure whether your product is covered, our partner professionals will check the schedule for you.
Is an Import Export Code needed before APEDA registration?
Yes. An active Import Export Code from DGFT is required before you can apply for APEDA registration, because the RCMC is linked to your IEC. Your IEC details should also be up to date, including the annual DGFT update. If you do not yet have an IEC, Vibence can help you obtain one first and then apply for APEDA registration.
How long is APEDA registration valid?
An APEDA RCMC is generally valid for five years from the date of issue, after which it must be renewed to continue exporting scheduled products and claiming related benefits. During this period, registered exporters are expected to keep their details current and file periodic export returns as required. Vibence can help you track the renewal date.
What is the fee for APEDA registration?
APEDA charges a registration fee for issuing the RCMC, plus applicable GST, which is paid directly to APEDA at the time of application. The Vibence professional fee for preparing and filing your application is quoted separately once we understand your business and products. We confirm all costs before starting work.
What happens after I get the APEDA RCMC?
Once registered, you can export scheduled products and apply for APEDA schemes where eligible. You must keep your registration details updated, file periodic export returns as APEDA requires, and renew the RCMC before it expires. Some products may also need additional certificates, such as phytosanitary or quality certificates, depending on the destination country.
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