Import Export Code Registration

(All DGFT Services at one place, All over India)

Get ready to Import and Export from India, within 1 day. We get you IEC (Import Export Code) in a hassle-free manner. You don't have to move from your office or home, we would take care of filing and follow up with Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT).

Import Export Code (IEC)

Import Export Code (IEC) is a ten digit number, comprising alphabets and numbers. IEC is a mandatory prerequisite to starting a business of Import or Export in India. The IEC code is a pan based registration, hence against one pan number the director general of foreign trade can issue only one IE Code. The IEC is a unique number through which a person is identified at all offices of Customs and DGFT across India. In general all the Imports and Exports can be done without any other authorisation, license or permission, However in the national interest or to regulate the trade or any specific commodity, the central government may restrict or prohibit the import or export of certain goods. In case you wish to import any item which is restricted, an application for license or permission to import can be made to the DGFT explaining the specific reasons for the export or import.

Import Export Code Registration Eligibility

A Import Export Code can be registered in India. IEC Code is required before you commence the business of any Import or Export.

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

No Renewal Required

The IE Code is a permanent identification number allotted to a person desirous to do the business of Import or Export in India. It never expires.

Documents Required for IE Code

       Filled Questionnaire for IEC                                                 PAN Card of All Directors/Partners

       Pan Card of the Company /LLP or Firm                               PAN Card of Authorised Signatory

       Cancelled Cheque of Applicant                                             ID and Address Proof of All Persons

       Certificate of Incorporation, MOA AOA                             Digital Signature of Class-2 of AR

Import & Export Code Registration Process

We offer end to end solution for setting up your Import & Export Code Registration Process. The process is for your information

·         Digital Signature - Step - 1

The IE Code Application is filed online with Class -2 Digital Signature. It is required to have a valid DSC of the applicant or the Authorised Signatory.

·         Documentation - Step - 2

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.

·         Application Filing - Step - 3

Application for allotment of IE Code is filed online with DSC, by furnishing information and uploading the mandatory self attested documents.

·         Issue Of IE Code - Step - 4

The regional director of the DGFT scrutinises the application, which may call for further information or documents. Finally, the IE Code is allotted.

(If you need any guidance related to IEC registration, feel free to contact our business advisor at 8808226868)