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Import and Export Consultant Services in India
Start Bharat provides end-to-end legal and operational consultancy for your import-export journey.
OverviewEntering international markets involves more than just shipments — it demands licenses, documentation, taxation clarity, and country-wise compliance. Without proper support, delays or rejections can halt your growth. Start Bharat acts as your strategic partner, guiding you through customs, DGFT procedures, IEC codes, trade documents, shipping policies, and more — ensuring your global business stays 100% compliant.
Who Is This For?Start Bharat’s Import-Export Consultant service supports businesses of all scales entering international markets.
Exporters Selling Products Globally
Businesses shipping goods outside India and needing DGFT registration, trade terms guidance, and documentation clarity.
Importers Bringing Goods into India
Enterprises dealing in foreign-origin raw material, machines, parts, or packaged goods with customs obligations.
Ecommerce Sellers Using Global Marketplaces
Online sellers expanding via Amazon Global, Flipkart, Etsy, or Shopify international stores.
Manufacturers Establishing Global Supply Chains
Factories that require import of machinery and export of finished goods under EPCG or RoDTEP schemes.
First-Time Traders or Export Startups
Entrepreneurs launching their first trade venture needing clarity on licensing, banking, and packaging protocols.
Solutions OfferedStart Bharat offers a full-spectrum consulting solution for every stage of your international trade operation.
- Import Export Code (IEC) Registration
- Product-Specific Documentation Advisory
- Customs Clearance Support Framework
- Banking & Forex Regulatory Setup
- Export Incentive Scheme Eligibility Check
- Trade Contract and Invoice Structuring
- Banking & Forex Regulatory Setup
- Ongoing Trade Advisory and DGFT Consultation
Benefits Having a professional partner for global trade helps you expand smartly, avoid penalties, and stay competitive.
Essential for First-Time Exporters or Importers
Consultants reduce your learning curve — ensuring you don’t face customs rejections or paperwork errors.
Prevents Shipment Delays and Detention Costs
Accurate documentation and timely filing saves lakhs in port storage charges and logistic disruptions.
Ensures Legal Compliance With DGFT & Customs
Helps you stay within regulatory frameworks of India and the receiving country — avoiding fines or blacklisting.
Optimizes Duty & Freight Costs via Schemes
Proper knowledge of schemes like EPCG or RoDTEP can reduce customs duty and increase margin.
Improves Cash Flow Through Banking Support
Forex remittances, LC documentation, and AD bank coordination are easier when guided professionally.
Supports Brand Credibility in Global Markets
Compliant trade practice builds trust with overseas buyers, banks, and customs authorities — boosting your brand.
Helps You Plan Product & Country Strategy
A consultant helps you pick the right HS codes, target nations, trade terms, and packaging based on real insights.
Ensures End-to-End Legal & Process Clarity
From pre-shipment to post-payment, you get clarity on what’s allowed, required, and optimized — every step of the way.
Step-by-Step ProcessStart Bharat delivers full import-export guidance through a clear, practical 4-step engagement:
Understand Business Model & Product Scope
You share your goods category, trading countries, and whether you’re exporting, importing, or both. We review licensing needs accordingly.
File IEC and Analyze Compliance Requirements
We register your IEC online with DGFT, check customs codes, DGFT circulars, and country-specific requirements for documents and packaging.
Define Trade SOP & Compliance Checklist
We help you define SOPs covering shipment terms, bank documentation, CHA format, export invoice layout, and AD bank approval flow.
Ongoing Advisory & Government Coordination
As you scale, we support RoDTEP filing, EPCG license, RBI/FEMA declarations, and any issues raised by customs or trade authorities.
Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve amassed a large number of frequently asked questions (FAQs)
Yes. It’s compulsory for any person or business engaged in import or export of goods and services — issued by DGFT.
Yes. Individuals, sole proprietors, and freelancers can also apply for IEC. No need to register a company first.
Not mandatory, but highly recommended. Many ports and banks require GST for clearance or trade transactions.
Typically 1–3 working days with complete documents. It’s a one-time license without expiry unless voluntarily surrendered.
Yes. If your product qualifies, we guide and support RoDTEP, MEIS, or EPCG benefit application.
PAN, Aadhaar, bank certificate, invoices, shipping bill, packing list, Bill of Lading, and product-specific licenses if applicable.