IEC Code Registration in India - Process, Fees & Requirements

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IEC Code Registration Process in India - Step-by-Step Guide

What is IEC Code Registration?

An Importer Exporter Code (IEC) is a 10-digit identification number issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), India, which is mandatory for businesses engaged in international trade.

Benefits of IEC Code Registration

✔️ Mandatory for Import & Export Activities

✔️ No Compliance or Renewal Requirements

✔️ Easy International Market Expansion

✔️ Access to Government Export Incentives

✔️ Eliminates Restrictions on Foreign Trade

Who Needs IEC Code Registration?

• Businesses engaged in import/export activities

• Sole Proprietors, Partnerships, LLPs, and Companies

• E-commerce traders selling internationally

• Businesses looking to avail export incentives

Documents Required for IEC Code Registration

✅ PAN Card of the business owner or entity

✅ Aadhaar Card or Passport (For Identity Verification)

✅ Business Incorporation Certificate (For LLPs, Companies, and Partnerships)

✅ GST Registration Certificate (if applicable)

✅ Bank Account Details & Canceled Cheque

✅ Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) for Online Filing

Step-by-Step IEC Code Registration Process

Step 1: Visit the DGFT Portal

• Go to DGFT IEC Registration Portal and sign up.

Step 2: Fill in Business Details

• Enter business name, PAN, and bank details.

Step 3: Upload Required Documents

• Upload Aadhaar, PAN, GST, and business incorporation documents.

Step 4: Pay IEC Registration Fees

• Government fees for IEC Registration: ₹500.

Step 5: Receive IEC Code

• Once approved, download your IEC Certificate from the portal.

IEC Code Registration Fees in India

Service	Govt Fees (₹)	Processing Time
IEC Registration	₹500	1-2 Working Days
Modification of IEC	₹200	1-2 Working Days
Renewal of IEC	₹500	Annually