Import & Export Code Registration

IEC registration is required by a person for exporting or importing goods. It is a 10-digit code which is issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT). It is mandatory for all importers to mention their IE Code while clearing customs when their goods arrive in India. Similarly, all exporters must mention their IE Code while exporting their goods from India. IE code has lifetime validity. 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.

Documents for IEC Registration

  • Copy of Pan Card of Company
  • Cancelled Cheque of Company
  • Pan Card of Directors
  • Address Proof of Director: any one of: Bank Statement, Electricity Bill, Mobile Bill, Aadhar Card.
  • Company MoA/AoA.

Benefits of IEC Registration

  • All importers who import goods are required to register Import export code and all exporters need this code to obtain the benefits of exports.
  • Helps to introduce their products and services into global markets.
  • IEC Code is issued for lifetime and requires no renewal.
  • Can avail benefits under various incentive scheme of Govt of India.
  • Company MoA/AoA.

FAQ'S FOR IEC Registration

IEC Stands for Importer Exporter code which is a 10 digit number issued by Director General of Foreign Trade, Department of Commerce, Government of India. It is a registration required for traders importing or exporting goods and services to or from India.
Import Export Code number is a proof of a firm as an Exporter/Importer in India. IE code can be submitted with government authorities as a proof of trade to obtain various benefits on their exports / imports from DGFT, customs etc.
To obtain IE code registration, a copy of PAN Card, proof of address of business and constitution of the business [Partnership deed, Incorporation Certificate, etc.,] and a cancelled cheque is required.
No, IE Code registration is a fully online process. As all documents are filed electronically, you would not need to be physically present at all. You would need to send us scanned copies of all the required documents & forms.
eZeefiling will provide IE Code in just one Day.