What Is REX Number for Nepal Exporters?
REX (Registered Exporter system) is EU's self-certification tool for GSP duty-free access (0% tariffs on 66% Nepal exports like pashmina HS6214, carpets HS5702). Since 2017, Nepal Form A replaced by REX statement on invoice no certificates needed.
Format: NPREX + 8-35 alphanumeric (e.g., NPREX12345678). Issued by TEPC (Trade & Export Promotion Centre) as Competent Authority, MoC as REX Admin.
Who needs it?
- Registered: Unlimited value shipments to EU.
- Unregistered: <EUR 6,000/consignment (small Daraz/Etsy).
Benefit: EU GSP saves 4-12% duty on textiles/handicrafts (Nepal's 80% EU exports).
How to Get REX Number in Nepal (2026)
Step 1: Pre-application at TEPC site (tepc.gov.np/eu_rex). Fill company details, PAN/VAT, EXIM reg.
Step 2: Email [email protected] + hard copy signed/sealed + EXIM copy.
Step 3: FNCCI verifies origin capacity (documents: PAN, reg, production proof).
Step 4: TEPC issues NPREX number (free, valid indefinite renew if inactive).
Time: 7-15 days. No cost, but mandatory for EU GSP >EUR 6k.
Docs: Company reg, PAN, EXIM, origin proof (factory photos, bills)
Using Your REX Number on EU Shipments
On invoice/commercial doc: Add statement:
"The exporter of the products covered by this document (Exporter Reference No. [NPREX...]) declares that, except where otherwise clearly indicated, these products are of Nepalese preferential origin."
EU importer claims GSP using your REX no Form A. Valid unlimited value.
Rules:
- Accurate origin (Nepal value 30-60% rules).
- Keep records 3 years (audit risk).
- Misuse = revocation + duty claims.seaskycargoservice
Nepal exports: Pashmina (EUR 20M+), carpets, handicrafts qualify.
Why REX Matters for Nepal 2026
GSP duty-free: EU tariffs drop 4-12% (textiles avg 8%). Nepal EUR 100M+ EU exports rely on it.
Transition ended: Post-2018, REX mandatory >EUR 6k no unregistered workaround.
Transition extension: Until June 2018, now full REX.
Competitors: India/Sri Lanka REX masters Nepal catching up via TEPC/FNCCI.doc+1
Risks: No REX = full EU duty (12% pashmina), lost sales.
Common REX Mistakes & Fixes
- Wrong statement: Use exact EU wording copy from TEPC.
- Inactive REX: Export yearly or renew.
- Origin proof weak: Keep bills/factory docs 3yrs.
- >EUR 6k unregistered: Pay full duty.
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