IEC Registration- An Overview
An Importer Exporter Code (IEC) is a 10-digit number that every importer and exporter in India must have. It is issued by the Director-General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) under the Ministry of Commerce. Once you get an IEC, it doesn’t need renewal.
Importers need an IEC to clear customs, ship goods, and make international payments. Exporters need it to send shipments and receive payments from overseas. In short, without an IEC, no one can import or export goods in India.
Benefits
- Global Reach
- Government Benefits
- Low Maintenance
- Simple Application
How to Register IEC? - A Detailed registration process
Step 1: Complete the online IEC application form (Aayaat Niryaat Form 2A) and submit it to the Directorate General of Foreign Trade either online or at their regional office.
Step 2: Provide all required documents, such as bank details and a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC).
Step 3: Your Import Export Code (IEC) will be issued, and your application will continue to be processed.
Step 4: Once your documents and application are verified, you will receive your import-export license in digital format.
Documents Required for IEC Registration:
To apply for an IE Code in India, you need the following documents:
– PAN card (for individual or company)
– Government ID of the entity (e.g., Driving license, Aadhar card, or Voter ID)
– Certificate of incorporation or partnership deed
– Current bank account statement (personal or company)
– Address proof (e.g., electricity bill, rent agreement, or sale deed of the office)
– Cancelled cheque from the current account
