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Import Export Code/ IEC registration

The IEC registration is mandatory for a company or an individual to begin the import and export business in India. This 10-digit code also allows you to avail of the perks of various schemes like MEIS and SEIS. The Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Department of Commerce, and Government of India has the authority to sanction the registration if your company fits in the particular criteria.

From Rs : 10000 /-

Eligibility

Every type of company like a partnership, charitable organizations, private limited company, sole proprietorship, that wants to start or expand their business in imports and exports. It is for trading, manufacturing, and agriculture sector.

Steps to registration

  • Step 1: Firstly, you need to fill up the online application that is available in the Aayaat Niryaat Form no. 2A format. Or you can visit the DGFT regional office and submit a hard copy of the application.
  • Step2: The second step is to prepare the required documents like Ids, legal proofs, and address proof, bank details and certificate of ANF2A.
  • Step 3: Next you need to file the application along with the documents through Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) and pay the required fees with the DGFT.
  • Step4: Lastly, after your application is approved you will receive the soft copy of your code.

Benefits

  • IEC helps you to expand your business and achieve a global reach
  • Your business can avail many schemes introduced by the government
  • You do not need to file returns once your application is approved.
  • IEC Code is valid for a lifetime and does not involve a renewal procedure
  • The application process is really easy and fast as you get your code with 1-15 days.

  • Copy of personal or company’s Pan Card
  • Your voter id or Aadhar Card
  • Company’s or personal bank account statements
  • Official document for address proof
  • Copy of current bank account’s cancelled cheque

Important

No Returns filling
Custom & Banks Requirement
AD Code

Frequently Asked Questions

Any bonafide person or company starting a venture for internal trade requires an IEC.

All the applications will be processed and disposed within 5 to 6 working days of their receipt.

No. However, the name of each concern owned by such a company may be included in the IEC of the firm in whose the name PAN exists, as a branch.

No. However, the name of each concern owned by such a company may be included in the IEC of the firm in whose the name PAN exists, as a branch

IEC will not be handed to you but it will be issued in digital format. The applicant has to take a print out of this IEC.