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How to Get Enhanced Digital Certification (EDC) in Asia

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Asia is home to some of the world’s most vibrant and fast-growing economies — from innovative startups in Singapore to large-scale enterprises in India, China, and Japan. SupplierGateway's Enhanced Digital Certification (EDC) helps businesses across the continent demonstrate they are legally registered, equity-led, and verified.

EDC is a trust badge that signals credibility to corporate buyers and partners, locally and globally. The process is affordable, fully online, and can be completed in just minutes.

General Eligibility (All Asian Countries)

To qualify for EDC, your business must be:

  • Legally registered in your country.
  • At least 51% owned, managed, and controlled by qualifying individuals (e.g., women, historically underrepresented groups, veterans, LGBTQ+, or persons with disabilities).
  • Able to provide government-issued photo ID for the qualifying owner(s).

     

Required Documents (Typical Across Asia)

  • Proof of business registration (national or local certificate).
  • Tax Identification Number (e.g., PAN, GST, VAT, TIN depending on your country).
  • Government-issued photo ID (passport, national ID, or residency card).
  • Incorporation documents (Articles, Partnership Deed, Memorandum of Association, if applicable)
  • Ability to complete biometric verification.
     

What to have ready (before you start)

  • Your country’s business registration document(s) (see the Country Highlights—Asia section in this article for the exact document name used in your country).
  • Your Tax ID (e.g., GST/PAN/TIN/VAT, as applicable).
  • Government photo ID for the qualifying owner(s).
  • Any Articles/Constitution/Partnership deed if applicable.
  • A phone or laptop with a working camera for biometric identity verification.
     

Step-by-Step: Filling Out the EDC Application (works for all 34 countries)

  1. Create or sign in to your SupplierGATEWAY account
    • Use a business email if possible.
    • From the country selector, choose your country in Asia.
       
  2. Start a new EDC application
    • From your dashboard, click Enhanced Digital Certification (EDC) > Apply/Start.
       
  3. Complete Business Profile
    • Enter exact legal business name (match it to your registration).
    • Provide business address, website (optional), phone, and email.

    • Enter your Tax ID exactly as shown on your tax certificate (format matters in many countries).

       

  4. Ownership & Inclusive Category
    • Add each owner’s name, percentage, and role.
    • Select the qualifying ownership category (e.g., women-owned, etc.).
    • If multiple owners qualify, include them all—ensure total qualifying ownership is ≥ 51%.
       
  5. Upload Required Documents
    • Business registration: Upload the specific document(s) named for your country (see the Country Highlights section below).
    • Tax ID proof: Upload your GST/PAN/TIN/VAT (as applicable).
    • Owner ID(s): Passport, national ID, or residence card that matches the owner info.
    • Articles/Partnership deed (if applicable for your entity type).

    • Tip: Use clear PDFs. If you took photos, crop edges, avoid glare, and ensure all text is readable.

       

  6. Biometric Identity Verification
    • Follow the on-screen prompts (allow camera access).
    • Remove hats/glasses (if possible), use good lighting, and keep your device steady.
    • If a check fails, you’ll be prompted to try again—don’t worry, this is common.
       
  7. Review & Attest
    • Confirm that your entries match your documents exactly (names, numbers, punctuation).
    • Read and accept the attestations regarding ownership and control.
       
  8. Payment
    • Choose $25 (1-year) or $70 (3-year).
    • If you have a sponsorship code, enter it here (fees may be waived).
       
  9. Submit
    • Most complete and matching applications are certified in ~15 minutes.
    • If anything needs clarification, you’ll receive a message with next steps.
       
  10. Download & Share
  • Save your EDC certificate and update your buyer profiles.
  • Keep your documents organized for simple renewals later.

 

Country Highlights — Asia

Here are the business registration requirements by country, based on your reference guide:

🇮🇳 India

  • Sole Proprietorship: GST registration, PAN, Shops & Establishment certificate (if applicable).
  • Partnership: Registered Partnership Deed, Registrar of Firms certificate.
  • Company: MCA Certificate of Incorporation; Master Data extract.
     

🇨🇳 China

  • Sole Proprietorship: Unified Social Credit Code Business License.
  • Partnership/Company: Business License naming partners/company; Articles (if applicable).
     

🇯🇵 Japan

  • Sole Proprietorship: Tax opening notification; local permits if required.
  • Company (GK/KK): Certificate of Registered Matters; Articles of Incorporation.

     

🇰🇷 South Korea

  • Sole Proprietorship: Business Registration Certificate.
  • Company: Corporate Registration Certificate; Articles of Incorporation.

     

🇸🇬 Singapore

  • Sole Proprietorship/Partnership: ACRA Business Profile.
  • Company: ACRA Company Profile; Constitution.

     

🇭🇰 Hong Kong SAR

  • Sole Proprietorship: Business Registration Certificate.
  • Company (Ltd): Certificate of Incorporation; Company Particulars Report.
     

🇮🇩 Indonesia

  • Sole Proprietorship: NIB via OSS; local trade license.
  • Company (PT): NIB + Deed of Establishment approved by Ministry of Law.
     

🇹🇭 Thailand

  • Sole Proprietorship: Commercial Registration Certificate (DBD).
  • Company: DBD affidavit; Articles.
     

🇻🇳 Vietnam

  • Sole Proprietorship: Household business registration certificate.
  • Company: Enterprise Registration Certificate (ERC).
     

🇵🇭 Philippines

  • Sole Proprietorship: DTI Business Name Certificate + BIR Form 2303.
  • Company: SEC Certificate of Incorporation + BIR Form 2303.
     

🇲🇾 Malaysia

  • Sole Proprietorship: SSM Registration (Borang D).
  • Company: SSM Company Profile/Certificate of Incorporation; Constitution.

     

🇵🇰 Pakistan

  • Sole Proprietorship: FBR registration (NTN/STRN); local license.
  • Company: SECP Certificate of Incorporation + filings.

     

🇧🇩 Bangladesh

  • Sole Proprietorship: Trade License + TIN.

  • Company: RJSC Certificate of Incorporation; MoA/AoA.

     

🇱🇰 Sri Lanka

  • Sole Proprietorship: Business Registration certificate.
  • Company: ROC Certificate of Incorporation; Form 15/20; Articles.
     

🇳🇵 Nepal

  • Sole Proprietorship: PAN + local business registration.
  • Company: OCR Certificate of Incorporation + PAN.

     

🇰🇿 Kazakhstan

  • Sole Proprietorship: BIN/IIN registration; eGov extract
  • Company: Registration Certificate + Charter.
     

🇺🇿 Uzbekistan

  • Sole Proprietorship: Unified State Register entry + TIN.
  • Company: State registration certificate + Charter.

     

🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan

  • Sole Proprietorship: State registration certificate.
  • Company: Ministry of Justice registration certificate; Charter.

     

🇹🇯 Tajikistan

  • Sole Proprietorship: State registration certificate.
  • Company: Registration Certificate + Tax Committee registration.

     

🇰🇭 Cambodia

  • Sole Proprietorship: MOC registration + patent tax.
  • Company: MOC registration certificate; Articles.

     

🇱🇦 Laos

  • Sole Proprietorship: Enterprise Registration Certificate + tax registration.
  • Company: Enterprise Registration Certificate + Articles.

     

 Mongolia

  • Sole Proprietorship: State Registration Certificate.
  • Company: State Registration Certificate + Charter.

     

🇲🇲 Myanmar

  • Sole Proprietorship: DICA/MyCO registration; tax registration.

     
  • Company: Certificate of Incorporation; MyCO Company Extract.

     


 

🇹🇼 Taiwan

  • Sole Proprietorship: Business Registration Certificate.
  • Company: Company Registration Certificate; Articles.

     

🇧🇹 Bhutan

  • Sole Proprietorship: Trade Licence + Taxpayer Number.
  • Company: Certificate of Incorporation; Company Extract.

     

🇧🇳 Brunei

  • Sole Proprietorship: Business Name Certificate (ROCBN).
  • Company: Certificate of Incorporation; BizFile extract.
     

🇲🇴 Macao

  • Sole Proprietorship: Business Registration Certificate (DSF)
  • Company: Commercial Registry Certificate.
     

🇲🇻 Maldives

  • Sole Proprietorship: Business Registration Certificate; MIRA TIN.
  • Company: Certificate of Incorporation; Company Profile.

     

🇹🇱 Timor-Leste

  • Sole Proprietorship: SERVE Business Registration Certificate + NIF.
  • Company: Commercial Registry extract; Estatutos.

     

🇹🇲 Turkmenistan

  • Sole Proprietorship: State Registration Certificate + TIN.
  • Company: State Registration Certificate; Charter.
     

🇦🇫 Afghanistan

  • Sole Proprietorship: Ministry of Industry/ARD registration certificate.
  • Company: Ministry of Industry registration; Articles.

     

🇮🇷 Iran

  • Sole Proprietorship: Business Registration Certificate; Tax ID.
  • Company: Company Registration Certificate; Articles of Association.

     

🇵🇸 Palestine

  • Sole Proprietorship: Ministry of National Economy registration; municipal license.
  • Company: Company registration certificate; Articles.

     

🇸🇾 Syria

  • Sole Proprietorship: Ministry of Economy commercial registration.
  • Company: Company registration certificate; Articles of Association.


     

Validity & Renewal

  • Valid for 1 year (or 3 years if you choose the extended option).
  • Renewal requires updated documents and repeat identity verification.
  • You’ll be notified ahead of time so you never miss a renewal deadline.

     

Helpful Tips

Use official extracts — many countries require registry documents no older than 3–6 months.

Double-check your tax ID matches your registration name.

Save documents in PDF format for smoother uploads.

Use a well-lit camera for biometric verification.

 

Registration Link

Apply for EDC – Asia


With SupplierGateway's EDC, businesses across Asia — from Delhi to Tokyo, Tehran to Jakarta, and Manila to Kabul — can strengthen their credibility and open doors to regional and global opportunities. 


 

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