Confirm the requirement and applicability
Check applicant/entity details and applicability
Licences & Registrations
Import Export Code (IEC)
An Importer Exporter Code (IEC) is used for specified import and export activities. Applicability and exceptions depend on the transaction and current DGFT rules.
WHO MAY FIND THIS RELEVANT
Importers, exporters and eligible cross-border operators
Discuss Import Export Code (IEC)OVERVIEW
What to know before taking the next step.
An Importer Exporter Code (IEC) is used for specified import and export activities. Applicability and exceptions depend on the transaction and current DGFT rules.
Eligibility and scope notes
- Requirements depend on the business activity, exact premises, workforce, local authority, state and current rules.
- IEC holders must update or confirm their details electronically each year during the April–June period, even when no details have changed. This is separate from applying for a new IEC.
A typical process
Responsibilities made visible.
The sequence is tailored to the agreed scope and any authority or third-party steps.
DCA
Review records and applicability
Verify PAN, bank and registered details
Prepare the agreed documents
Complete DGFT online application and declarations
Address follow-up questions
Submit payment if prescribed and respond to validation issues
Confirm the requirement and applicability
Provide IEC details and current annual update/confirmation reminders if applicable
DOCUMENTS AND INFORMATION
Prepare IEC records by business type.
The final list depends on the applicant, activity, jurisdiction, reporting period and current official procedure. Share only basic enquiry details here; provide sensitive records through a private method agreed after engagement.
Information needed to understand the enquiry
- The activity or requirement related to Import Export Code (IEC).
- Applicant or business type, location and the relevant financial year, tax year or reporting period, where applicable.
- Any known filing deadline, notice date or recent authority communication; do not upload the notice or records through this public form.
Client records usually needed after engagement
- Applicant PAN / entity PAN
- Applicant or authorised signatory identity and contact details
- Business constitution and address details
- DSC or Aadhaar-based verification as accepted by the portal
- Authorisation documents if filed by a representative
- Business address and branch details; owner NOC if premises proof is not in the applicant’s name.
- Bank proof accepted by the current DGFT form and verification/authorisation details if a representative files.
Proprietorship
- Proprietor PAN and Aadhaar-based or digital-signature verification as accepted by DGFT.
- Business/address evidence; owner NOC with address proof where the premises record is not in the applicant’s name.
- Bank proof for an account in the IEC holder’s name.
- Business name and branch details where applicable.
Partnership firm
- Firm PAN and partnership deed/establishment evidence.
- Partner details and authority for the person submitting the application.
- Firm address evidence and owner NOC where applicable.
- Bank proof for an account in the IEC holder’s name.
MCA-registered entity (LLP, OPC, private or public limited)
- Entity PAN plus CIN/LLPIN and incorporation evidence.
- LLP agreement for an LLP; company constitution details for an OPC/private/public company.
- Director/designated-partner details and accepted DSC/Aadhaar verification.
- Bank proof in the IEC holder’s name and branch/address details.
Additional records only in specific situations
- Bank proof/cancelled cheque or bank certificate as required
Drafts, forms and working papers prepared by DCA or the appropriate professional
- Application forms, drafts, calculations and working papers included in the written scope are prepared by DCA or the appropriate professional for client review and approval.
POSSIBLE DELIVERABLES
What agreed support may produce.
- IEC number/record when issued and maintenance notes.
Service FAQs
Questions about this service.
Who may need import export code (iec) support?
Importers, exporters and eligible cross-border operators
What documents are typically needed for import export code (iec)?
The documents depend on the service and your circumstances. DCA will share a tailored list before you decide whether to proceed.
How long can import export code (iec) take?
Time depends on the agreed work, document readiness and any authority or third-party steps. DCA will provide an estimate with the written proposal.
How much does import export code (iec) cost?
Request a quote. The written proposal will identify DCA fees and any applicable statutory or third-party charges.
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