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Import Export Code (IEC)

Planning to import or export? An IEC from DGFT is mandatory before any cross-border shipment or international payment for trade. We handle the entire application on the DGFT portal.

What is Import Export Code (IEC)?

Import Export Code (IEC) is a 10-digit business identification number issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), mandatory for any business or individual importing or exporting goods or services from India, and often required by banks for international payment transactions.

How We Deliver This Service

A clear, step-by-step process from onboarding to ongoing delivery.

1

Eligibility & Document Check

We confirm entity type and compile the documents needed for DGFT application.

2

DGFT Portal Application

The IEC application (ANF-2A) is filed online on the DGFT portal with business and bank details.

3

Digital Signature/Aadhaar Verification

Application is authenticated via DSC or Aadhaar e-sign as required by the portal.

4

Fee Payment

The applicable government fee is paid online as part of the application.

5

IEC Issuance

The IEC certificate is issued electronically, typically within a couple of working days.

Why Businesses Choose This Service

Mandatory, one-time registration enabling legal import/export activity
No renewal required once issued (subject to periodic online updation)
Required by banks to process foreign currency payments for trade
Enables access to export incentive schemes and benefits
Fast, fully online process with minimal physical documentation
We help ensure your bank and business details are correctly linked

Documents Required

  • PAN of the business/individual
  • Certificate of incorporation/partnership deed, if applicable
  • Business address proof
  • Bank account details/cancelled cheque
  • Digital Signature Certificate or Aadhaar for e-verification
  • Passport-size photograph

Eligibility

Any individual, proprietorship, partnership, LLP, or company intending to import or export goods or services from India, except certain categories exempted under the Foreign Trade Policy (e.g., specific personal use imports).

Timeline

IEC is typically issued within 1-3 working days of filing a complete, correctly verified application on the DGFT portal.

Pricing

A flat professional fee applies for end-to-end IEC filing assistance. Contact us for the current rate.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is IEC required for service exports too, not just goods?
Yes, IEC is required for export of services in specific cases, particularly when claiming benefits under export promotion schemes or for certain foreign remittance transactions.
Does IEC need to be renewed every year?
No renewal fee is required, but IEC details must be confirmed/updated online annually between April and June, even if there's no change, to keep it active.
Can one business have multiple IECs?
No, only one IEC is issued per PAN - the same code is used for all import-export transactions of that business entity.
Is GST registration required to get an IEC?
GSTIN is generally required and linked during IEC application for businesses that are GST-registered; specific categories exempt from GST can still apply for IEC.
What if I only need IEC for a one-time export?
IEC is still required even for a single export/import transaction - there's no exemption for occasional or one-time trade.

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