Service Exports from India Scheme (SEIS)

Overview

The Service Exports from India Scheme (SEIS) is an incentive program introduced under India’s Foreign Trade Policy by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade. It is designed to promote the export of services by rewarding service providers who earn foreign exchange from international clients.
The scheme plays a key role in strengthening India’s service sector by reducing cost disadvantages and improving global competitiveness. It covers a wide range of notified services, including IT, consultancy, education, healthcare, and other professional services.
Under SEIS, exporters receive Duty Credit Scrips, which can be used for payment of duties or transferred, offering both operational convenience and financial flexibility.
 

• Incentives ranging from 3% to 7% on net foreign exchange earnings 
• Duty Credit Scrips usable for payment of customs and other duties 
• Freely transferable scrips for liquidity generation 
• Helps reduce cost burden and improves global competitiveness 
• Covers multiple service sectors as notified under DGFT 
• Fully online and transparent application process 

1. Obtain Import Export Code (IEC)
The applicant must first obtain a valid IEC from DGFT, which is mandatory for any export-related benefit. 

2. Identify Eligible Services
The exporter must verify whether the services provided fall under the notified list in DGFT (Appendix 3D). Only eligible service categories qualify for incentives. Proper classification is essential to avoid rejection.

3. Compute Net Foreign Exchange (NFE)
The applicant needs to calculate NFE by subtracting foreign exchange expenses from total foreign exchange earnings. 

4. Prepare Documentation
All relevant documents, such as e-BRC, FIRC, invoices, financial statements, and CA certificate, must be compiled. Proper documentation ensures faster processing and reduces the chances of queries. Any mismatch may lead to delays or rejection.

5. File Online Application
The application must be submitted through the DGFT online portal by selecting the SEIS scheme. Applicants need to fill in details carefully and upload supporting documents. Accuracy in data entry is crucial for approval.

6. Payment of Government Fees
After filing the application, the applicable fee must be paid online through the portal. The fee amount depends on the claim value. 

7. Issuance of Duty Credit Scrip
Once the application is approved, the Duty Credit Scrip is issued electronically. The exporter can use it for duty payments or transfer it to another entity. This completes the SEIS benefit claim process.
 

• Import Export Code (IEC) 
• PAN and GST Registration 
• Bank Realisation Certificates (e-BRC) 
• Foreign Inward Remittance Certificates (FIRC) 
• Export invoices for services 
• CA Certificate for Net Foreign Exchange 
• Financial statements 
• Application form and declaration

Deliverables

• Complete SEIS application filing 
• Eligibility assessment and advisory 
• NFE calculation and verification 
• Documentation support 
• Liaison with DGFT for approvals 
• Issuance of Duty Credit Scrip 
• Post-approval assistance for utilization/transfer