Export House Certificate or Status Holder Certificate is issued to exporters who have achieved the prescribed export performance under India’s Foreign Trade Policy. It recognizes businesses that have made significant contributions to India’s international trade. Status Holders are also encouraged to support and guide new entrepreneurs in developing their export businesses. Any eligible exporter engaged in the export of goods or services can apply for a Status Holder Certificate upon meeting the prescribed minimum export performance criteria for the current and previous two financial years.
Export house certificate - EOU
What is Export house certificate - EOU
Who Can Apply for Export house certificate - EOU
All exporters of goods, services, and technology holding a valid Importer Exporter Code (IEC).
Exporters meeting the prescribed export performance criteria under the applicable Foreign Trade Policy.
Applicants demonstrating export performance during the current and previous three financial years.
Gems and Jewellery exporters whose performance is assessed for the current and previous two financial years.
Businesses eligible for recognition under the applicable Status Holder category based on their export performance.
Documents Required for Export house certificate - EOU
- Certificate of Exports where Double Weightage has been claimed (applicable only if the application is for One Star Export House)
- Certificate of Foreign Exchange Earned by Supply of Service
- Certificate of FOR value of Deemed Exports
- Exports from SEZs/ EOUs/ EHTPs/ STPs/ BTPs units which are included in IEC and is taken for calculation of grant of status
Act and Rules
Regulations and Guidelines for Recombinant DNA Research and Biocontainment, 2017
Guidelines for the conduct of Confined Field Trials of Regulated, Genetically Engineered (GE) Plants, 2008
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Confined Field Trials of Regulated, Genetically Engineered (GE) Plants, 2008
Environmental Risk Assessment of Genetically Engineered Plants: A Guide for Stakeholders, 2016
Guidelines for the Environmental Risk Assessment of Genetically Engineered Plants, 2016
Guidelines for the Safety Assessment of Foods Derived from Genetically Engineered Plants, 2008
Role of Shamkris and Process of Export house certificate - EOU
Shamkris adopts a results-oriented approach to ensuring compliance with the mandatory requirements for obtaining the Application. With a simple and guided methodology, Shamkris helps organizations achieve the necessary application in a timely and cost-effective manner. Shamkris offers 100% support in advisory, guidance, and compliance, ensuring smooth processing for obtaining the application.
The Application acquisition process described below:
Advisory for the document required
Preparation of documents as per application & list of documents.
Certificate File
Inspection by the department if required
Certificate department
Certificate issued
Yearly Compliance if Applicable
Renewal when due
Who can issue Export house certificate - EOU

FAQ
An Export House Certificate, also known as a Status Holder Certificate, recognizes eligible exporters for their export performance under India’s Foreign Trade Policy.
Exporters of goods, services, and technology holding a valid Importer Exporter Code (IEC) can apply.
The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Government of India, issues the certificate.
Eligibility depends on the prescribed export performance achieved during the relevant financial years under the applicable Foreign Trade Policy.
Generally, the current and previous three financial years are considered. For the Gems and Jewellery sector, the current and previous two financial years are considered.
The categories include One Star Export House, Two Star Export House, Three Star Export House, Four Star Export House, and Five Star Export House.
Yes, a valid Importer Exporter Code (IEC) is required to apply for Status Holder recognition.
It provides recognition for export performance and may offer specified benefits or facilities under the applicable Foreign Trade Policy, subject to eligibility and conditions.
Yes, eligible exporters of services can apply if they meet the prescribed requirements.
Eligible exporters can apply through the DGFT online portal by submitting the prescribed application and supporting documents.