Key Pointers –

• The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has implemented an automatic system for the issuance of Status Holder Certificates (e-SHC) without requiring exporters to submit formal applications.
• This initiative aligns with the e-Governance goals of DGFT as outlined in the Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) 2023 and aims to enhance trade facilitation.
• Exporters can now receive their Status Holder Certificates based on their export data available in the DGCI&S database, eliminating the need for a separate application process and document submission.
• This move is set to streamline and simplify the process of obtaining Status Holder Certificates, thereby promoting ease of doing business by leveraging existing government data for export certification.