Import Export Code Registration

Import Export Code Registration (IEC) Online - Import export code (IEC) is a unique ten digit code issued by Directorate General of Foreign Trade, Government of India. To obtain Import Export Code, you need to follow an application procedure. IEC is given to the applicant with lifetime validity for goods. IEC is mandatory and must for all businesses involved in importing and exporting goods. Both businesses people either importersor exporters can avail number of benefits by IEC code. IEC is not required for any commercial purpose and for the import and export of goods for the personal use.

  • Government benefits –like customs, Export Promotion Council,
  • International exposure -which helps business to grow and expansion across the globe.
  • No renewals -as IEC is given by the Government for the lifetime, so there is no need of renewal, it’s just a onetime investment for the registration.

IEC Registration Online

  • An application form in the specified format should be filed in the respective Regional office with the required documents.
  • After completion of application form,  and pay the fee for the registration of IEC.
  • When your application gets approved then you will receive the IEC code from the Department of Government.

Documents Required for Export Import Code license

If you want to apply Import Export Code (IEC), you need provide below required Documents for IEC.

  • Individual/company/firm’s copy of PAN card.
  • Individual’s identity proof like Aadhar card.
  • Copy of rent agreement or electricity bill copy of the premise.
  • Individual/company/firm canceledcheque copy of current bank account.
  • Individual’s passport size photograph
  • Authorization letter (in case of partnership)
  • Copy of partnership deed (in case of partnership)
  • All document if Private Limited Company or Public Private Limited Company

In some cases, IEC is not mandatory according to the latest instruction passed by the government, like for the traders who are registered under GST. In these cases, PAN number of the trader shall be constructed as new IEC code.

Import Export Code Registration

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