IEC Registration
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IEC Registration including Govt Fees
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Import Export Code Registration
Importer Exporter Code (IEC) is a key business identification number which is mandatory for Imports or Exports. No person shall import or export except under the IEC number allotted by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT). An importer or exporter needs the IE Code and GST Registration to clear the Goods from the customs. Therefore it is mandatory to obtain Importer Exporter Code to start import or export business.
Consequent upon the introduction of Goods and Services Tax (GST) in the year 2017, the IEC being issued is the same as PAN of the business entity. However the IEC is still be issued by the DGFT separately.
Earlier the Importer Exporter Code used to be valid for lifetime. However, vide its notification number 58/2015-2020 dated 12th February, 2021, the DGFT has amended the provision related to IEC. As per the notification the IEC holder is required to update the IEC electronically every year from April to June. If there are no changes to the particulars of the IEC holder, then also the updation and confirmation are required from the IEC holder.
How much does it cost to register IEC?
Our Packages
Regular
IEC Registration
- Importer Exporter Code - IE Code application
- Including Government Fee
Silver
IEC with Udyam Registration
- Importer Exporter Code - IE Code application
- Including Government Fee
- Udyam Registration
Gold
IEC with Udyam and GST Registration
- Importer Exporter Code - IE Code application
- Including Government Fee
- Udyam Registration
- GST Registration
Documents required for IEC Application
Type of Business | Document Requirement |
Proprietorship |
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Partnership Firm |
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Private Limited Company / Limited Liability Partnership or Section 8 Company |
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Society or Trust |
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HUF |
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FAQs on IEC Registration
IE Code or IEC or Importer Exporter Code is a ten characters unique number allotted by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) to all the importers and exporters.
IEC is a ten characters unique number allotted by the DGFT to all the importers and exporters. It is required by any person who is into imports or exports in India.
IEC Registration is fairly easy. You can create a login on the DGFT website, apply for the IEC online, attach required documents and submit them. You will be allotted the IEC on payment of Government Fee. However, it is advised to get help of an expert to complete the process smoothly and on time.
There is a Government Fee of Rs. 500 for new IEC allotment. The Government fee for modification of details in the IEC is Rs. 200.
Importer Exporter Code (IEC) is a key business identification number which is mandatory for imports to India or exports from India. No imports or exports can be made in or out of India without IEC unless it is specifically exempted. In short, IEC is mandatory if you are in business of imports or exports.
IEC is valid for lifetime. However vide its notification number 58/2015-2020 dt. 12th February, 2021, the DGFT has amended the IEC related provisions and accordingly the IEC holder has to complete the KYC annually during April to June.