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IEC Registration

Import Export Code required in the business of export or import of goods and services.

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Required Documents

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR ONLINE IMPORT EXPORT CODE REGISTRATION
  • The copy of pan card of proprietor, partnership and company
  • A cancelled cheque of the current bank account
  • Certificate of incorporation/ partnership deed as applicable
  • GST registration, Moa and Aoa as applicable
  • Utility bill for registered office address such as electricity bill not older than 2 months
  • NOC (no-objection certificate)/ rent agreement from the landlord in case of rented property
  • For Filing  (Either Class 3 DGFT based DSC or Aadhar based OTP)
  • The copy of pan card
  • Self –attested copy of identity proof / address proof (voter card, passport, Aadhar card)
  • Email & mobile number
  • Any other documents as required by registrar (in the case of registration)
Advantage
Valid for Life Valid for Life
An online Import Export Certificate once issued is valid for lifetime and has no expiry date. However, it requires to be renewed / updated online every year. Import Export code is valid nationwide and... View More
Required by Importers Required by Importers
All importers who wish to import goods in India need to have a valid IE Code. IE Code must be mentioned in all relevant customs documents. Bankers would require you to have valid IEC registration for ... View More
Required by Exporters Required by Exporters
All exporters who export goods out of India need to have a valid IE Code. It must be quoted in relevant customs documents. Bankers would require you to have an IEC registration while receiving money f... View More
Renewal Renewal
An IEC code once applied need renewals. As per the recent notification from the DGFT, One needs to renew / update the IEC License every year during April to June.
IEC For Individuals IEC For Individuals
An individual may also apply for Import Export Code registration. There is no restriction on you to have a business registered.
Quick Processing Quick Processing
You need not submit any proof for import or exports for applying for IEC Code. IEC Application is online process.

REGISTRATION PROCESS

Process To Start Import Export Code (IEC) Registration

01
Digital Signature
The IE Code Application is filed online with Class -3 Digital Signature. It is required to have a valid DSC of the applicant or the Authorised Signatory.
02
Documentation
The documents to be uploaded while applying for the IE Code must be prepared, signed and stamped. After that, it needs to be scanned in JPEG or PDF.
03
Application Filing
Application for allotment of IE Code is filed either online with Class 3 DSC or Aadhar Authentication, by furnishing information and uploading the mandatory self attested documents
04
Issue Of IE Code
The regional director of the DGFT scrutinises the application, which may call for further information or documents. Finally, the IE Code is allotted.
COMPLIANCE REQUIRED BY IMPORT EXPORT CODE
When IEC is Required

IEC Code is required before you commence the business of any Import or Export. No Import or Export can be initiated unless IEC is allotted.

PAN Based Registration

The IEC is a pan based unique number, and against one pan number, the DGFT allocates only one IE Code, which remains valid for all over India.

Issuing Authority

The regional director of DGFT having jurisdiction over the place of business is the authority who allots IE Code to all type of applicants.

Update Required

The IE Code is a permanent identification number allotted to a person desirous to do the business of Import or Export in India. As per the recent notification from the DGFT, One needs to renew / updat... View More

OUR PRICING PLANS

Choose Your Affordable Pricing plans.

Basic Package

2360/-

Rs. 2000 Plus Gst
(All Inclusive)
  • • Import Export Code
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Standard Package

4860/-

Rs. 4500 Plus Gst
(All Inclusive)
  • • Import Export Code
  • • Digital Signature Class 3 Individual having 2 Years Validity
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Premium Package

6630/-

Rs. 6000 Plus Gst
(All Inclusive)
  • • Import Export Code
  • • Digital Signature Class 3 Individual having 2 Years Validity
  • • GST Registration
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FAQs
What is IEC ?

IEC stands for Import-Export Code. It is a 10 Digit unique code issued by directorate general of foreign trade (DGFT) of commerce and industries ministry of government of India.

Who is required to make online IEC code registration application?

The IEC registration is required under the following circumstances: 1) It is a pre-requisite for any entity planning to engage in the business of import and export from India. 2) In case of service or technology, if the provider is taking benefits under the Foreign Trade Policy, then the IE code registration is mandatory for them.

Whether obtaining IE code is mandatory for all?

No. Import Export Code registration is not compulsory for the below-mentioned activities: 1. If the import or export of goods is done for the personal use. 2. If the import or export is carried out by any Government Ministry or department or a notified charitable organization. 3. Any other category mentioned or defined by the DGFT.

Can an individual apply for IEC registration?

Any individual involved in the import and export of goods or services for the purpose of conducting business can make IE Code application. They can obtain the IE code by filing an online application accompanied with required documents. In case the person does not have a current account for the business, he/she may provide cancelled cheque of the savings account for the purpose of filing IE code application.

Whether copy of PAN Card is required to be uploaded?

No, w.e.f. 09.08.2018, DGFT has integrated PAN web service of CBDT with the server; therefore PAN card is not required to be uploaded. However, for the purpose of filing an application, the copy of the PAN card is required to be submitted to the team.

What is the validity of import export code registration?

The Import Export Code comes with a lifelong validity unless the same is withdrawn or surrendered. Once the applicant receives the IE Code, there is no need to re-register as it is a perpetual registration.

Whether the separate application is to be made for other branch?

No, there is no requirement to make a separate application for different places of business. This is a PAN based registration. Hence, the single registration will be valid for all the businesses and branch under the same entity.

Whether more than one IEC can be issued against one PAN?

Only a single IEC can be issued against a single PAN card. If at all more than one IEC is issued then it has to be surrendered to the regional office.

Is there any penalty for not having an importer and exporter code?

No, there is no penalty however, the import or export is not possible without IE code.

Whether renewal of IEC registration is required?

As per the recent notification from the DGFT, One needs to renew / update the IEC License every year during April to June.

Is there any compliance after obtaining IEC?

No, there is no compliance to be fulfilled after the import-export license registration is obtained. Important Note: As per the recent notification from the DGFT, One needs to renew / update the IEC License every year during April to June.

Can IEC information be modified?

Yes, the IEC information can be modified by providing all the necessary documents even after the code is issued.