Import Export Code Registration

Importer Exporter Code (IEC) is a 10-digit code issued by the Director-General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) in India to entities or individuals involved in importing or exporting goods and services from India. The IEC code is mandatory for all importers and exporters, and it is used as a key identification number while clearing customs for importing or exporting goods. The IEC code is unique to each business or individual, and it is valid for a lifetime, unless cancelled or surrendered.

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Overview of Import Export Code Registration

Import Export (IE) Code is a 10-digit code that is required for persons importing or exporting goods and services from or to India. So, an importer cannot import without the IE Code & an exporter cannot avail of the benefits of various exporter-friendly schemes of DGFT, export promotion council & customs, without the IE Code. IE Code is issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Ministry of Commerce and Industries, Government of India. IE Code is valid for all divisions/units/branches etc.

IE Code application must be made to the Directorate General of Foreign Trade along with the necessary supporting documents. Once, the application is submitted, DGFT will issue the IE Code for the entity in 15 – 20 working days or less. It is advisable to take the IE Code irrespective of no requirement at the moment. In the following cases, the requirement of IE Code arises:

• For clearing shipments.
• When the importer sends money abroad through the ban.
• When the exporter sends the shipment.
• When the exporter receives money in his bank account.

In the following cases, IE Code is not required:
• Traders registered under GST.
• Goods exported or imported for personal purposes.
• Government of India Departments & Ministries.
• Notified charitable institutions.

Advantages of Import Export Code Registration

Lifetime Validity	IE Code is issued for the lifetime of the entity and requires no renewal. So once an IE Code is obtained, it can be used by that entity for all its import or export transactions without any further hassles.
Benefits under Various Schemes	The Holder of IE Code can take benefit of various schemes like SEIS, MEIS, etc. & benefits from DGFT, customs & export promotion council.
Not Necessary Business Entity	DGFT does not specify any requirement that only a business entity can take IE Code. Rather Proprietors can also take IE Code in their name.
No Compliances	IE Code does not require the filing of any return. Once, an IE Code is issued there are no further procedures required to maintain the validity of the IE Code. Even if import or export transactions occur, there are no filings required to DGFT.
Easier Processing	It is easier to obtain IE code from DGFT within 10-15 days after the submission of application. It is not required to show proof of any import or export to get IE code.
Expand Business	IEC helps you to take your product or services to the international market and expand your businesses.
Facilitates Import And Export	Whether you’re an importer or exporter, it is necessary to have an IE code for all the transactions. Banks also require IE code to process money against the transaction.
Legal Protection	Once the IEC number gets generated the owner has the legal protection from getting penalized and other consequences
National Validity	The IEC, once issued, is valid throughout the county, in all your branches or factories. It needs to be quoted while your goods go through customs and while sending money abroad or receiving money from abroad.

Registration Process of Import Export Code Registration

Step 1: IEC Code Registration: Legal Suvidha Providers can help your business obtain the Import Export Code (IE Code) in 15 to 20 working days, subject to Government processing time.

Step 2: Application Preparation: A Legal Suvidha Providers Expert will prepare your IE Code Application in the prescribed format along with the necessary supporting documents and obtain your signature in the application.

Step 3: Application Processing: Once the application is prepared, Legal Suvidha Providers will submit the IE Code Application in the required Aayaat Niryaat Form 2A (ANF 2A) format to the Regional Authority of the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) in the region where the registered office of the company is situated or the IEC Application can be submitted online at the DGFT Official Website.

Step 4: IE Code Allotment: Once the application and the attached supporting documents are verified, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade will allow an IE Code for your business.

Documents Required of Import Export Code Registration

1. Passport size photograph

2. Copy of PAN Card

3. Identity Proof (Election ID / Adhaar Card / Passport / Driving License)

4. Sale Deed (in case of the business premise is self-owned)

5. Certificate of Incorporation (in case of Company)

6. Rental/Lease Agreement (In case of rented/leased)

7. Bank Certificate (in case the canceled cheque is not available)

8. Copy of Partnership deed (In case of Partnership)

9. Board Resolution/self-declaration (In case of Company)

10. List of partners or directors in case of partnership firm/Limited Liability Partnership firm or Company respectively along with their residential address, ID proof, passport size photograph, and PAN card.

FAQ's on Import Export Code Registration

What is IEC?

Is PAN essential for getting the IEC number?

Can, I get an IEC number without a PAN card?

Can, I get 2 IEC number from same PAN card?

What should I do if I do not wish to operate the allotted number?

What are the benefits of IEC?

Is Import Export code mandatory for Importing goods?

Why is IE code required?

Can a Public Limited Company/Private Limited Company/Partnership obtain different IEC's for different concerns owned by it?

Is the requirement of IEC item based?

Can, I apply for a duplicate IEC number online?

How to apply for import export code?

Who will issue the import-export code?

Who is not required to obtain IEC?

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