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The Export Obligation Discharge Certificate (EODC) is a formal certificate that is issued by the DGFT as part of the Advance Authorisation (AA) scheme. It is a confirmation that an exporter has managed to fulfil their export obligation (EO) through the exportation of goods of the necessary value with the help of duty-free imported goods. Basically, it establishes that the exporter has met all AA requirements and enables him/her to maintain a desirable compliance record.
Where an exporter has utilised the AA partially, the balance of the authorisation may be handed over to the DGFT. This procedure of surrender guarantees the closure of the AA account is done in the proper manner and the exporter is well within the DGFT rules. To do this, the exporter has to submit an online application, attach all supporting export documents, including shipping bills, CA certificates, and any other supporting documents, and wait for review by the DGFT. On completion of the verification, the DGFT provides the EODC, and any unutilized authorization is formally closed.
An exporter is issued an advance authorization (AA) that enables an exporter to import raw materials at no duty to produce electronic gadgets. In this AA, the exporter must export products of ₹1 crore in a period of 18 months.
The exporter has already made successful exports for 17 months and is yet to use up the remaining portion of the AA, which is equal to 10 lakh imports. The exporter resolves to submit an application to the DGFT online portal to receive an Export Obligation Discharge Certificate (EODC) and surrender the unused part of the authorisation to officially close the AA account.
All the required documents, such as shipping bills, a Chartered Accountant (CA) certificate, and other supporting evidence indicating the exports made under the AA, are uploaded by the exporter. DGFT checks such documents and ensures that the exporter has paid the EO of the goods exported, 90 lakh of goods he has exported.
After the verification process, DGFT gives out the EODC, whereby the export obligation has been met. The rest of the AA that is not used is formally surrendered, which ensures that the exporter is not going against all the regulations and he does not face any possible penalties.
The EODC (Export Obligation Discharge Certificate) is an official statement of DGFT that the exporter has fulfilled the Export Obligation (EO) using the Advance Authorisation (AA) scheme. It serves as evidence that the export conditions are satisfied.
EODC assists exporters in formally closing their AA account after the authorisation has been fully or partially used. This makes the AA duly closed and free of any outstanding obligations.
If any section of AA is not used, it can be handed over to DGFT. This helps exporters stay on course and prevents fines for unused authorisations.
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EODC or surrender can only be approved after all the necessary documents are duly filed, including shipping bills, CA certificates, and other evidence of the exports.
EODC and the surrender process can be done via the DGFT online portal and hence are quicker and convenient and can also be followed easily to monitor application status.
EODC also assures the exporters that they have fulfilled all the DGFT regulations and obligations in order to prevent lawsuits, fines, or other compliance challenges.
The EODC is an official document that could be saved so as to be referred to later by the exporters or during the audit or record keeping of their exports. It gives solid evidence of the delivery of export responsibilities.
The registration is to be limited to exporters who have been granted an AA to import raw materials or inputs tax-free for the purpose of creating goods for export.
The exporters should have undergone all the procedures and rules in the AA scheme and be in proper utilization of the imported inputs and records.
The exporters are expected to be in possession of all the supportive documents like shipping bills, Chartered Accountant (CA) certificates, and other export-related evidence to be presented at the time of application.
DGFT will ensure that the exporter complies with all the requirements, and thus only fully compliant individuals who can prove the exports were made will successfully register to EODC or submit.
We assist exporters on whether they can be considered to apply to EODC or surrender any amount of their unused AA. This would make sure that the application is in line with DGFT rules and requirements.
We also help in preparing, organising and verifying all the necessary documents including but not limited to shipping bills, CA certificates, legal undertakings and other supporting documents so as to ensure a smooth and error free process.
We assist in completing the online DGFT application ensuring that all sections are duly filled and the relevant supporting details are uploaded appropriately so as to get faster approval.
We check documents uploaded to make sure that they are correct in content and complete, and we also routinely report to DGFT to know the application status until the EODC is issued or the unused AA is effectively surrendered.
Once the EODC is issued or AA is surrendered we advise on proper record keeping and any other requirements of compliance leaving your export accounts in full compliance.
We help to facilitate any questions, clarifications or concerns of DGFT when the process is being conducted such that approvals or surrenders may be done without any delays.
A copy of the Advance Authorisation made to the exporter.
Add important information like the AA number, date of issue and its validity period.
Shipping bills or export invoices that indicate the goods exported under the AA.
Other evidence of shipment: Bill of lading or airway bills.
A certificate by a CA indicating the imports being made and exports done under the AA.
Copy of any bank guarantee or bond provided at the issuance of AA.
Copy of legal undertaking which was filed at the time of the issue of the AA.
In case the AA was used in part, give information on the unused part and which are being forfeited to DGFT.
Any supporting materials associated with the delays that were caused by unforeseen circumstances like natural disasters, pandemics or disruptions in the supply chain.
Copies of any previous correspondence between DGFT and the AA or Export Obligation.
Any other information that helps your case, like letters of the industry associations or letters with buyers confirming exports or delays.
The EODC is an official certificate of DGFT, which confirms that the exporter has completed all the Export Obligations (EO) under the Advance Authorisation.
The aim of issuance of the EODC is to enable the exporters to dispose any bank guarantee or bonds provided towards the AA and this enables the exporters to release money that could be used to further the growth or the operation of the business.
Protects against any future custom audit, or enquiry on the particular AA, by keeping the exporters within the law.
An EODC will improve the reputation of the exporter to DGFT and other authorising bodies and will raise the chances of future benefits or authorisations in trade.
Support to close the Advance Authorisation account in an appropriate manner to diminish the compliance risks and minimise any possible penalties.
An official document to be used in audit, verification, and references in the future, all export activities performed under the AA are supposed to be well documented.
DGFT may cancel an AA EODC (Export Obligation Discharge Certificate), or make use of an Advance Authorization in some cases. Exporters are advised to be sensitive to these so as to avoid fines or compliance problems:
When the exporter fails to abide by the terms or promises made in the EODC or submission of surrender, DGFT can either cancel the certificate or turn down the surrender application.
False, partial or misleading information on the application may result in an immediate cancellation.
DGFT may revoke the EODC or surrender approval in case supporting documents, which are required, e.g., shipping bills, CA certificates and export records, are missing, incomplete or invalid.
The violation of the Advance Authorization rules or export regulations in the course of the EODC or surrender may lead to cancellation.
Contact: Terriot and Marks (1996) found that exporters deceived consumers about the extent to which they could meet the promise made to customers.
Terriot and Marks (1996) also discovered that exporters lied to their consumers about the level to which they could fulfill their promise to the customers.
In case the stated meeting of the Export Obligation is proved to be wrong, incomplete, or unverifiable, DGFT can withdraw the EODC or deny the surrender.
Exporters might be required to rectify deficiencies, resubmit the EODC or fulfill outstanding export requirements.
DGFT can either give penalties, fines, or recover action in case of non-compliance.
This may influence the future AA applications or other export licenses as the exporter compliance record would have been compromised.
This cancellation (EEODC) can be done in case the EODC was issued accidentally or in case of filing incorrect documents and the exporter does not want to surrender the unused part of the AA.
Officially request DGFT to cancel the registration, by either means of the portal or by writing. State the cancellation cause clearly and provide details of AA number, EODC number and the information about the surrendered portion, where applicable.
Present all the documentation or evidence to support the cancellation. It can contain fixed export information, new CA certificates, or the evidence of an error in the initial filing.
DGFT will assess the cancellation request and do due diligence on the validity of the reasons given. They can seek clarifications or other documents to make a decision.
In case of approvals, DGFT will withdraw the EODC or the tendered amount in the AA and inform the exporter.
In case of the request being rejected, DGFT will give the causes of the rejection and will advise the correct course of action to correct the situation.
Retain a copy of all the correspondence, approvals, and communications in regard to cancellation to be used in future or during audits.
The exporters with a valid AA and have finished their EO.
Those who have used the AA only partially are the exporters.
Yes, if they hold a valid AA.
Only provided that compliance requirements, and documentation is complete. There can be issues pending that can influence approval.
No. Generally, one EODC is issued when the AA has completed EO.
Yes, when there are particular situations like mistakes in issuing or presenting wrong documents.
In the DGFT online portal.
Test, EODC and surrender applications are not accepted by DGFT except online.
Once the EO has been made or when the unused amount of AA is foregone.
No. It should be filed during the time of validity of the AA.
Yes, DGFT offers an online application form in the two processes.
Yes, the DGFT portal will enable the exporters to monitor their application.
AA copy, shipping bills, export invoices, CA certificate, bank guarantee/bond (if any) and legal undertaking.
Only in case of delays caused by unplanned issues like natural disasters or pandemics.
It certifies imports and exports under the AA, yes.
No. Scanned copies are uploaded online, nevertheless, the original shall be stored to be verified.
Yes, they need to be translated into English.
Yes, it may help in the completion of exports or the justification of delays.
As a rule, EODC issuance is gratis.
No, except when so stated by DGFT.
Yes. Most of the bank guarantees or bonds that are provided to AA can be released in EODC.
DGFT can also charge a composition fee or other fines in case the EO is not achieved to the full extent.
Yes. The EO completion and acquisition of EODC improves the eligibility to future authorizations.
Yes, all the documents provided are checked, and EODC is issued.
Yes, in case EO does not exist or there are mistakes in documents.
Yes, EODC will protect against a customs audit concerning that AA.
Yes, to be audited and further verified normally at least 5 years.
The exception is only in exceptional situations, which might be allowed by DGFT.
Normally several weeks, based on document checks.
No. Surrender takes the unexpired.
Yes, via the online portal of DGFT.
Yes, it ascertains that imports under AA were exported, and this was in compliance.
Accountability Accountability EODC is evidence that EO is accomplished. EO extension provides an additional time to meet existing export obligations.
Atcorpcare assists in offering expert advice and full-service to exporters dealing with AA EO extensions, EODC issuance or submitting Advance Authorizations. Having a vast experience in the DGFT processes, we have a team of people who can make sure that the exporters are familiar with all the rules and they fill their applications correctly and efficiently. We provide a complete support system, where we assess the eligibility, arrange and prepare all the necessary paperwork, and take the clients through the application procedure, up to DGFT follow-ups until the final approval is given.
We recognize that each case of the exporters is unique, and thus, we offer tailored solutions that best suit the individual business requirements, operational issues and schedules. This is because of our compliance whereby all applications and supporting documents are to the DGFT standards thus lessening chances of delays, rejection, or punishment. Through the management of the complicated paperwork and procedural needs, we save some time and resources of the exporters, enabling them to focus on their main business operations.
During the process, we also have an open and transparent communication where we keep the clients informed about the status of the application, changes in regulations and any other requirements. Having a good history of assisting exporters to fulfill their Export Obligations, issue EODCs, and file unused AA, Atcorpcare is reliable, professional, and highly skilled to assist exporters achieve their business objectives, and fully comply with the regulations of DGFT.
The process of Export Obligations management under the Advance Authorisation (AA) scheme is a matter to be planned properly, registered, and be in compliance with DGFT regulations. Regardless of whether an exporter is seeking an AA EO extension, presentation of an Export Obligation Discharge Certificate (EODC), or surrender of unused authorizations, it is crucial to submit applications on time, furnish supporting documents accurately, and adhere to all procedural requirements in order to avoid penalties and fines, as well as other issues.
