How do I register with Ghana Export Promotion Authority?
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How do I register with Ghana Export Promotion Authority?
Basic Requirements for Export
- Be registered with the Registrar-General’s Department.
- Be registered with the Ghana Export Promotion Council and obtain a number.
- Get a Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) from the Ghana Revenue Authority or a GhanaCard PIN.
What does Ghana Export Promotion Authority do?
The Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA) is the National Export Trade Promotion Organisation that facilitates the development and promotion of Ghanaian exports. It was established by NLCD 369 in 1969 as an agency of the Ministry of Trade and Industry with the mandate to develop and promote Ghanaian exports.
Who is the CEO of GEPA?
Dr. Afua Asabea Asare
The CEO of the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA), Dr. Afua Asabea Asare together with other CEOs were at the Ghana Investment Promotion Center (GIPC) and Ghana-Nigeria Business Council, GIPC/GNBC 2022 CEOs Forum in Lagos and Abuja on the 16th and 17th February, 2022 respectively.
What are the steps taken by the government for export promotion?
Assistance is being extended to exporters under the Market Access Initiative (MAI) scheme for various activities such as export market research & product development, product registration, organizing / participating in fairs, exhibitions and Buyer Seller Meets (BSMs) abroad, Reverse Buyer Seller Meets etc.
How do I start an import export business in Ghana?
How To Start Export Business in Ghana
- Choose your niche (s).
- Perform your market research.
- Look for your start-up capital.
- Create a website and social media page.
- Set up your virtual or office space.
- Look for local and international product suppliers.
- Look for local and international partners to work with.
How do I register for export?
To start export business, the following steps may be followed:
- Establishing an Organisation.
- Opening a Bank Account.
- Obtaining Permanent Account Number (PAN)
- Obtaining Importer-Exporter Code (IEC) Number.
- Registration cum membership certificate (RCMC)
- Selection of product.
- Selection of Markets.
What are non traditional goods?
non-traditional goods means goods other than black tea not in packet or package form and each packet or package weighing not more than one kilogram, crepe rubber, sheet rubber, scrap rubber, latex or fresh coconuts, or agricultural, horticultural or dairy produce, and includes organic tea in bulk. Sample 1.
Who is AFUA Asabea Asare?
Afua Asabea Asare Afua is also the Founder of CEO of AYA & Company. She is an experienced trainer in leadership and personal development and a ‘Serial Entrepreneur’ with an academic background in Positive Leadership and Strategy.
What is the meaning of GEPA?
Gender Equality in the Public Administration.
How can government promote exports by entrepreneurs?
7 schemes for boosting exports
- Market Development Assistance Scheme.
- Export Oriented Unit (EOU) Scheme.
- Market Access Initiative (MAI) Scheme.
- Software Technology Park (STP) Scheme.
- Services Exports from India Scheme (SEIS)
- The Merchandise Exports from India Scheme (MEIS)
- Export Promotional Capital Goods (EPCG) Scheme.
How do I export my goods?
How to Export
- Establishing an Organisation.
- Opening a Bank Account.
- Obtaining Permanent Account Number (PAN)
- Obtaining Importer-Exporter Code (IEC) Number.
- Registration cum membership certificate (RCMC)
- Selection of product.
- Selection of Markets.
- Finding Buyers.
How do I get an import license in Ghana?
Requirements
- Original waybill or Bill of Lading.
- Attested invoice.
- Packing list.
- Import Declaration Form (IDF) from Ministry of Trade.
- Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) from GRA or GhanaCard PIN.
- Required permit(s) from any of the regulatory agencies, dependent on the type of goods.
What are documents required for export?
According to the Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) 2015-2020, the essential documents required for exporting goods from India are: bill of lading/airway bill; lorry receipt or railway receipt/postal receipt; commercial invoice; packing list and shipping bill.
How do I apply for export incentives?
Application for claiming incentives under the MEIS Scheme shall be filed online in the specified format i.e. ANF-3A using Digital Signature. The application for export of goods shall be filed with the concerned Regional Authority of DGFT on DGFT Website. Separate application shall be filed for each port of export.
How do you promote exports?
Boosting exports: 10 tips for export success
- Make sure your business is ready to export.
- Do your market research.
- Make the most of government resources.
- Innovate.
- Establish and nurture international relationships.
- Go for the easy option.
- Optimise your online presence.
- Price correctly for your export markets.
How do I get export orders?
Ans:
- Send emails to international garment traders.
- Go online with an e-commerce website.
- Attend international garments trade fairs / exhibitions.
- Join export communities.
- Run google adwords or facebook ads for your business.
- Register on online trade marketplaces.
- Respond to order inquiries on online forums.