Registered Exporter System (REX)
A self-certification system for origin of goods under the EU's Generalised System of Preferences (GSP) scheme.
Understanding the Registered Exporter System
What is REX?
The Registered Exporter System (REX) is a system of certification of origin of goods that applies in the Generalised System of Preferences (GSP) of the European Union since January 1, 2017.
It is based on the principle of self-certification by exporters who make out themselves so-called "statements on origin". To be entitled to make out a statement on origin, an exporter needs to be registered in the REX system and have a valid registration.
The EU has introduced this self-certification scheme to replace the previous system of issuance of Certificates of Origin. Registration on REX is without any fee or charges.
Objectives of REX
Increase Export Earnings
To increase Beneficiary Developing Countries (BDCs) export earnings through preferential market access
Promote Industrialization
To promote Beneficiary Developing Countries (BDCs) industrialization through simplified export procedures
Accelerate Economic Growth
To accelerate Beneficiary Developing Countries (BDCs) rates of economic growth through trade facilitation
Legal Framework
Basic Act
EU Regulation No 952/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council laying down the Union Customs Code (UCC)
Delegated Regulation
EU Regulation No 2015/2446
Implementing Regulation
EU Regulation No 2015/2447
Implementation Details
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Legal Framework Date: May 1, 2016
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Implementation by: European Commission
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Facilitation by: Competent Authorities and their 16 Local Administrators of REG (including DGFT)
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Effective Date: January 1, 2017
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Mode of Application: Online
REX Number Format
In India, REX number follows a 20-digit format:
| Position | Format | Description |
|---|---|---|
| First 2 digits | IN | IN denotes India |
| Next 3 digits | REX | Denotes REX number |
| Next 10 digits | IEC | Importer Exporter Code |
| Next 2 digits | XX | Alphabets assigned to local administration (like DG for DGFT) |
| Next 3 digits | XXX | Number of the Local user (Ranges from 001 to 999) |
Example: INREX0123456789DG001
Applicability & Validity
Who Needs REX Registration
From January 1, 2018 onwards, the consignments above the value of € 6000 will be entitled to GSP preferential tariff treatment, only if accompanied by a statement on origin made out by a registered exporter (REX).
Exporters consigning low value goods (i.e. less than €6000 per consignment) are entitled to make out statements on origin without being registered in REX, instead of submitting "Form-A" from January 1, 2017 itself.
The REX system is applicable to exporters who wish to benefit from the GSP schemes of the European Union, Norway, Switzerland, and Turkey (based on Turkey fulfilling certain conditions).
Validity & Registration
One-Time Registration
An exporter will be registered in the system only once
Common System
The REX system is common to the GSP schemes of the European Union, Norway, Switzerland, and Turkey
No Registration Fee
The registration on REX is without any fee or charges
Phasing Out
This system is eventually phasing out the current system of issuance of Certificates of Origin
Calendar of Integration in REX
Countries Integrated in 2017
Registration Process
Prepare Application
Submit Online
Receive REX Number
How to Register
- Check Eligibility: Ensure you are an exporter from a beneficiary country and export goods that qualify under the GSP scheme.
- Prepare Documentation: Gather all required documents including IEC, company details, and product information.
- Complete Application Form: Fill out the online application form through the designated portal.
- Submit Application: Submit the completed application to the competent authority (DGFT in India).
- Verification: The competent authority will verify the information provided.
- Registration: Upon successful verification, you will be registered in the REX system and assigned a unique REX number.
Required Documents
- Valid Import-Export Code (IEC)
- Company Registration Documents
- Details of Products to be Exported
- Contact Information of Authorized Person
- Declaration of Compliance with Rules of Origin
- Digital Signature (if applicable)
Post Registration Compliance
Monthly Reporting Requirements
After registration, exporters must file a summary of the "statements on origin" with competent authorities on a monthly basis. This report must include the following details:
| Information Required | Description |
|---|---|
| HSN Code | Harmonized System Nomenclature code of the exported product |
| Description | Detailed description of the exported goods |
| Document No / Date | Document number and date on which Statement on Origin is made out |
| FOB Value | FOB value of exports (in USD) |
| Destination Port | Port through which goods are exported |
| Destination of Export | Country to which goods are exported |
| Origin Criteria | Origin Criteria, W/P HS four digit |
Statement on Origin
A registered exporter must make out a statement on origin for each consignment of goods qualifying for preferential treatment. The statement must be made on a commercial document that allows identification of the exporter and the goods concerned.
The statement on origin must contain the exact wording as prescribed by the EU regulations and include the REX number of the exporter.
Record Keeping
Registered exporters must keep records of all statements on origin made for at least three years from the date of issuance.
These records should include copies of the commercial documents on which the statements were made, as well as supporting documents proving the originating status of the goods.
Important Note
Failure to comply with the post-registration requirements may result in the revocation of REX registration. Exporters are responsible for ensuring the accuracy of the information provided in the statements on origin and must notify the competent authorities of any changes to their registration details.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between REX and the previous Certificate of Origin system?
Do I need to register in the REX system if my consignments are below €6000?
How long is the REX registration valid?
Can a merchant exporter register in the REX system?
What happens if I make an error in a statement on origin?
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