IEC Code

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Any legal person in India who wants to do import export business in India is required to have an Import Export Code (IEC).

Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) issue IEC Code is a 10-digit code Importer Exporter Code, which is mandatory for every organisation who does or intends to do the business of Import-Export.

It is only applicable when goods are imported or exported for business purposes and not when goods are imported for personal use.

Importers are not allowed to proceed without this code and exporters can’t take benefit of exports from DGFT, customs, Export Promotion Council, if they don’t have this code.

FAQ on IEC Code

Any other Name of IEC Code?

Yes, Export License, Import License, IE Code, IEC code, EXIM License. All have the same meaning.

Can Individual apply for IEC Code?

Yes, There is no restriction on you to have a business registered.

How long IEC Code is Valid?

IEC is for life time, but it requires to be renewed / updated online every year. IE code is valid nationwide and across all factories or branches of the organization

Why IEC code is required?

Importers are not allowed to proceed without this code and exporters can’t take benefit of exports from DGFT, customs, Export Promotion Council, if they don’t have this code.

Required Documents for apply IEC Code

Minimum Requirements

  • PAN Card - Individual / Entity
  • Address Proof - Individual / entity
  • Photograph of Individual, Partners, Directors 
  • Bank Certificate/ Pre-printed Cancelled Cheque

Specific Requirements

  • Email id and Contact number
  • address proof is not in the name of the applicant entity, a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the owner of the premises of the entity, along with the address proof may be submitted.

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Steps Involved in getting IEC Code

STEPS & TIME DURATION
1

Day 1-2

  • Collecting Document and Informations
  • Preparation of documents for signing 

2

Day 3-4

  • Preparation of IEC Application 
  • Filling of IEC application