Import Export License (Import Export Code) IEC Registration

Benefits of Import Export Code

Global Markets at Fingertips

Only the business with IEC is allowed to import or export goods/services in to foreign markets. IEC is a key to expand market for your goods/services from the local market to international hence to achieve huge growth in your business.

Easy Processing

The process of applying for Import Export Code (IEC) is simple and hassle-free with BookMyTM. It normally takes merely 4 – 5 working days for obtaining Import Export Code. The applicant can download the e-IEC through the link provided through e-mail by Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) after uploading all necessary documents and payment of the fee.

Compliance free

There are no adaptation formalities after obtaining Import Export Code, unlike other tax registrations, the IE Code holder does not need to comply with any kind of annual filing or return filing. The IEC is valid for life time; hence there is no need for renewal.

Government Benefits

Many Government schemes are there which are beneficial for an Importer/Exporter. The businesses with IEC are eligible for the schemes under DGFT on their foreign trade as well they can avail subsidies from Export Promotion Council and Customs or similar government organizations according to the Government schemes time to time.

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Documents Required for Register for IEC Online

PAN Card PAN card of the applicant or the Company
Address Proof Rent Agreement/ Latest Electricity Bill/Telephone Bill/Sale Deed in the name of Applicant
Cancelled Cheque A cancelled cheque of current account bearing entity’s pre-printed name or Bank Certificate in form ANF-2A(i)
PAN card of Director or Partner For a Partnership/Company, PAN card of the Director/Partner is a must
Certificate of Registration The Entity should provide registration certificate with MoA- AoA / LLP Agreement, or a Partnership Deed as applicable

When is IEC code required?

For Import and Export of Goods from India
For Import and Export of Services from India
To clear the shipment while making an Import or Export

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Register for IEC in 3 Easy Steps

Fill up the registration form
Select any package suits your requirement
Fill up the form which will take less than 10 minutes
Make payment through secure payment gateway.
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Provide details & upload documents required for Pvt. Ltd Company registration
Preparation of application for IEC
Filing of Application
Allotment of IE Code
All it takes 4 – 5 working days*
*Subjected to government processing time.

The Process of Registering for IEC Online

Day 1 – 2
Collection of Information
Collection of required documents (Scanned copies)
Review of documents and information provided
Day 3 - 4
Drafting and preparation of Application
Day 5 Onward
Filing online IE Code registration application with DGFT
Your IE Code Generated*
*Subjected to Government Processing Time.

Enquiry

FAQ

What is IEC ?

IEC stands for Import-Export Code. It is a 10 Digit unique code issued by Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) of Commerce and Industries Ministry of Government of India

Who requires IEC Registration?

Any person or business type who intends to import or export goods and services from or to India must require an Import Exports Code

How much time it will take to acquire/obtain an Import Export Code?

Import Export Code can be obtained within 1 week from the date of filing application.

What is ICE GATE Verification?

ICEGATE is an online portal of Central Board of Excise and Customs [CBEC] which facilitates import export-related services to the trade and cargo carriers and other users of Customs Department. ICE GATE Verification ensures that a business entity’s IEC Code registration is duly updated in government custom records. With ICE GATE verification, Exporter/ Importer never face any kind of hitch doing import and export of goods and services due to non-availability of data in government custom authority records.

What is the validity of IEC Code?

IEC holder has to ensure that details in its IEC are updated electronically every year, during April-June period.

Is DSC required to obtain IEC Registration?

As per recent notification, DSC is not required to apply import exports code.

Do we receive any hard copy from the department?

No, you will receive final soft copy of IEC certificate over the email

Are any monthly returns required to be filed under Import Export Code?

IEC is just a license allowing the import and export of goods. Therefore, no return is required to be filed under IEC code.

Who can apply for IEC Code Online?

Any kind of business can apply for Import-Export Code Registration who is into the export-import business irrespective of any business entity

Do I need to physically present for the process?

No, You don’t need to be physically present for the process, BookMyTM is an online catering platform all you need is internet connection in your phone/computer and the required documents with you and we can get the job done no matters even if you are present at remotest location of the India

What is IEC (Import Export Code)?

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