How to apply for Import Export Code

To get your Import Export license online, you will need to do the following simple import export code registration procedure.
Step 1: The online IEC application in the format Aayaat Niryaat Form no. 2A is registered with the Directorate General of Foreign Trade. Alternatively, it could additionally be done offline to the Regional office of DGFT.
Step 2: All the needed documents, including bank details and DSC, have to be offered
Step 3: Next, the Import-Export code will be given and the application will be processed ahead
Step 4: Once the papers and application are checked by the officials, the import-export license will be given as a soft copy to the entity.
The certificate of importer-exporter code supports traders to open the doors to experimenting into the global market, including registration in online e-commerce executives.

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IMPORT EXPORT CODE (IEC) is a ten digit number granted by Directorate General of Foreign Trade under Ministry of Commerce and Industry, to any bonafide person/ company for carrying out import/export. An IEC is necessary to obtain before you start an Import or Export of goods. In case of Import/Export of Services/Technology,IEC is only required in specified Services/ Specified Technology. These Specified Services/ Technology includes that trade which are restricted by the Government of India as they pertain to National Security, such as dealings in nuclear weapons, automatic guns etc.

IE Code application must be made to the Directorate General of Foreign Trade along with the necessary supporting documents. Once, the application is submitted, DGFT will issue the IE Code for the entity in 15 - 20 working days or less. 

 

Registration for IEC

PROCESS FOLLOW

1-2 HOURS
Select Package

Start by selecting the appropriate one, fill out the required forms, or simply speak to our experts online for assistance.

2 WORKING DAYS
Obtain Information and Documents

We will collect the basic information and requireddocuments for the process.

2 WORKING DAYS
Drafting and preparation of Application

We will draft the necessary documents required andprepare the application for the submission.

 
 
10 WORKING DAYS
Filing of online IEC Code registration application with DGFT

We will file it with DGFT via DSC and pay the required fee for the IEC Registration. 

 
13-14 WORKING DAYS
Government processing time

Finally, you would receive the IEC Code in a soft copyfrom the government.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

Pre-Requisites

  • PAN Card
  • Copy of the entity’s government ID
  • Sale Deed/ Rent Agreement/ Latest Electricity Bill/ Telephone Bill in name of the applicant
  • Canceled Cheque
  • Certificate of Registration
  • Personal or company’s current bank account statement

PRICING

Basic Package

Save upto-10% cost on this package

₹ 7,999

(Inclusive All)

  • Name Search Report
  • Name approval in RUN (Reserve Your Unique Name)
  • DSC(2no) (Extra Dsc Per Director – Rs-1000)
  • Filing Spice Form
  • Issue of Incorporation certificate along with PAN & TAN
  • Include Government Fees & Stamp Duty for Authorized Capital Upto -1 Lakh except for the state of Punjab, MP and Kerala.
  • Msme Registration
  • Share Certificate (Soft Copy)

Growth Package

Save upto-20% cost on this package

₹ 9,999

(Inclusive All)

  • Name Search Report
  • Name approval in RUN (Reserve Your Unique Name)
  • DSC(2no) (Extra Dsc Per Director – Rs-1000)
  • Filing Spice Form
  • Issue of Incorporation certificate along with PAN & TAN
  • Include Government Fees & Stamp Duty for Authorized Capital Upto -1 Lakh except for the state of Punjab, MP and Kerala.
  • Msme Registration
  • Share Certificate (Soft Copy)
  • GST Registration
  • Stamp and Company Seal
  • Bank – Current Account Opening
  • 10% Discount on Future Service

Premium

Save upto-30% cost on this package

₹ 16,999

(Inclusive All)

  • Name Search Report
  • Name approval in RUN (Reserve Your Unique Name)
  • DSC(2no) (Extra Dsc Per Director – Rs-1000)
  • Filing Spice Form
  • Issue of Incorporation certificate along with PAN & TAN
  • Include Government Fees & Stamp Duty for Authorized Capital Upto -1 Lakh except for the state of Punjab, MP and Kerala.
  • Msme Registration
  • Share Certificate (Soft Copy)
  • GST Registration
  • Trademark Registration
  • 1month free GST filing
  • NDA
  • Guideline for Startup India Registration.
  • Stamp and Company Seal
  • Bank – Current Account Opening
  • 10% Discount on Future Service

FAQ's

IEC is a ten-digit number given by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade below the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, to any bonafide body/ company for offering out import/export. An IEC is required to obtain before you begin an Import or Export of goods. In the state of Import/Export of Services/Technology, IEC is only needed in Defined Services/ Specified Technology. These Defined Services/ Technology introduces that trade which is surrounded by the Government of India as they concern to National Security, such as dealings in nuclear weapons, automatic guns, etc.
The exemptions are 1. Import/ Export of Goods/ services for Personal Consumption. 2. Import/ Export of Goods/ services through Government ministries and departments, and several published Charitable Institutions.
 
 
The procedure is: a. An application must be made in Aayaat Niryaat Form 2A (ANF 2A) format to the regional authority of the Directorate General of Foreign Trade(DGFT) in the region where the registered office of the Company is situated. b. The form must be accompanied with Following details:
 
 
 
 
Applicant seeking modification in their IEC will be required to submit all documents as required in e-IEC. The requisite documents are as listed at List of documents required to be uploaded along with the application form. Further, in cases where applicant is opting for option Modify your e-IEC, the applicant is required to submit only that document which is corresponding to the change required by him. The requisite documents are as listed at List of documents required to be uploaded along with the application form. In case of any change/modification in these documents, applicant is requested to update/attach the required documents wherein he seeks a change/modification.
No. IEC develops a primary document for verification by Govt. of India as an Exporter/ Importer.
 
On the basis of IEC, companies can get various advantages on their exports/ imports from DGFT, Customs, and Export Promotion Council, etc.
 
It can be downloaded from the download division of the DGFT website below the link APPENDICES & AAYAAT NIRYAAT FORM ( ANF2A).
 
Yes. An applicant has to apply on the DGFT link: website – IEC online help.
 
Yes, PAN is necessary. Self Certified Photocopy of the PAN card has to be offered along with the application.
 
Yes, PAN is necessary. Self Certified Photocopy of the PAN card has to be offered along with the application.
 
* Only one IEC would be assigned upon a unique PAN number. Every proprietor can take only one IEC number and in fact, there are more than one IECs given to a proprietor, the same may be resigned to the Regional Office for retirement. ** In case of more than one proprietorship firm relating to one proprietor, they will be designated as branch offices of the first firm.
 
 
You can check import export code number online at https://www.icegate.gov.in/.