What Is an Import Export Code (IEC)?

Import Export Code, also called IEC, is a registration number that a business needs to import goods into India or export goods out of India. It is issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), which works under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India.

The IEC is a 10-character code that is the same as the PAN of the person or business. It is also called the IE Code. The certificate is issued online, and it stays valid for life, as long as it is kept updated on the DGFT portal.

CA Arpit Gupta helps new exporters, importers, traders, manufacturers and online sellers get their IEC quickly and correctly.

Who Needs an IEC?

You need an IEC if your business does any of these:

• Sells goods to buyers outside India (export)
• Buys goods from other countries for business use or for sale (import)
• Sells products through international e-commerce platforms or by courier
• Wants to claim export benefits and schemes from the government
• Needs to deal with customs, ports and foreign trade payments

The IEC can be taken by:

What Are the Benefits of IEC?

• Legal right to trade: Customs will clear your goods only if you have a valid IEC
• Lifetime registration: No renewal fee, only a yearly update
• Export benefits: Needed to claim duty drawback, RoDTEP and other schemes
• Bank dealings: Banks ask for IEC to handle foreign payments for goods
• Global business: Opens the way to sell to buyers in other countries
• Easy online process: Application and certificate are fully online
• One code for all work: The same IEC is used at all ports and customs locations
• Foreign buyer trust: Overseas buyers see your business as a registered exporter

What Documents Are Needed for IEC?

The bank account of the business should be in the same name as the entity applying for the IEC.

How Does IEC Registration Work?

1. Call or WhatsApp us on +91-7081220600
2. Tell us your business type and what you plan to import or export
3. Share your documents by email or WhatsApp
4. We check the details such as PAN, address and bank account
5. We fill the application on the DGFT portal
6. Aadhaar OTP or Digital Signature is used to verify the applicant
7. We upload the documents and pay the government fee online
8. DGFT checks and approves the application
9. You receive the IEC certificate by email, and you can also download it from the portal
10. We guide you on the next steps such as GST, AD Code and RCMC

How Can You Change Details in an IEC?

You can update or correct the following on the DGFT portal:

• Name of the business
• Address or contact details
• Bank account
• Directors, partners or proprietor details
• Branch details
• Mobile number and email

Some changes need supporting documents. Keep your PAN, GST and IEC details the same across all records, so that there is no mismatch.

Why Choose CA Arpit Gupta for IEC Registration?

• Quick filing as soon as you send your documents
• Correct details filling like name, PAN, address and bank are matched before submission
• Complete export help in IEC, GST, AD Code, RCMC and ICEGATE guidance
• Yearly update support
• Full business support
• Simple and clear guidance
• Easy contact

Get Your Import Export Code Today

Do not let a missing IEC delay your first shipment. Share your details with CA Arpit Gupta, and we will take care of your IEC registration and the other papers you need for foreign trade.

Call or WhatsApp CA Arpit Gupta at: +91-7081220600.