Do I need to register for STPI/SEZ/EOU/EHTP/EPZ?

[Harish GV]

I am sole proprietor. I am exporting software services to USA through internet, there is no involvement of government. Now

1. Do I need to register for any of this STPI/SEZ/EOU/EHTP/EPZ?

2. do i need to file and submit Softex form to bank and government to take inward remittance along with FIRC?

Thanks

AI Summary

SOFTEX compliance required: exporters must file certified SOFTEX form and present it to banks for inward remittance.
No registration with STPI/SEZ/EOU/EHTP/EPZ is required for sole proprietors exporting software online. Exporters must file certified SOFTEX form (single or bulk) including all invoices, submit it to the competent authority and present the certified form to their bank for inward remittance. STPI/SEZ transmit SOFTEX data electronically to RBI, retain one copy and return a duplicate to exporters. RBI provides online generation of EDF and SOFTEX form numbers; manual allotment by regional offices has been discontinued. Banks' forex divisions will assist with formalities.