Import Export Code (IEC)
Go global with your business — lifetime-valid IEC from DGFT, filed by experts and delivered in days.
- Gateway to Global Trade
- Lifetime Validity
- Export Scheme Benefits
What is Import Export Code (IEC)?
The Import Export Code (IEC) is a 10-digit code issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) — mandatory for anyone importing or exporting goods, and for service exporters claiming benefits under foreign trade policy. Customs clearance, foreign remittances against exports, and export-scheme benefits all require an IEC.
Taxwapsi files your application on the DGFT portal with correctly mapped business details, links your PAN, validates your bank account, and resolves any deficiency remarks — delivering your e-IEC quickly.
Since 2021, an IEC must be updated/confirmed online every year (April–June) even if nothing changed, else it is deactivated. We set you up correctly and our Pro plan covers AD-code registration with your bank and port — the step that actually lets your shipments clear customs.
Expert Pro Tip
After getting your IEC, register your AD Code at every port you ship from — shipments cannot generate shipping bills without it, and forgetting this is the most common first-shipment blocker.
Choose Your Package
Transparent pricing — professional fee shown, government fees extra where noted.
Starter
IEC registration done for you.
+ ₹500 Govt. Fee
Get StartedWhat you'll get
- Document verification
- DGFT profile setup
- ANF-2A application filing
- Deficiency resolution
- e-IEC certificate delivery
Standard
IEC + AD Code registration — shipment ready.
+ Govt. Fee
Get StartedWhat you'll get
- Everything in Starter
- AD Code registration at 1 port (ICEGATE)
- Bank coordination for AD code letter
- Export documentation starter kit
- RoDTEP/drawback benefits overview
Pro
Complete export launch with GST + compliance.
+ Govt. Fee
Get StartedWhat you'll get
- Everything in Standard
- GST registration (if needed)
- LUT filing for zero-rated exports
- ICEGATE registration
- Annual IEC confirmation (1 year)
- Dedicated export consultant
* Timelines depend on government processing. T&C apply.
Benefits of Import Export Code (IEC)
Gateway to Global Trade
Legally import and export goods and services anywhere in the world — IEC is the basic passport for cross-border trade.
Lifetime Validity
One-time registration valid forever — just an annual online confirmation, no renewal fee.
Export Scheme Benefits
Claim RoDTEP, duty drawback, EPCG and advance-authorisation benefits — all require an active IEC.
Smooth Banking
Receive foreign currency payments and remit for imports through authorised dealer banks against your IEC.
No Compliance Burden
No periodic returns or filings — only the simple annual April–June confirmation.
E-commerce Exports
Sell internationally on Amazon Global, Etsy and eBay — their export programs require IEC.
How It Works — Step by Step
- 1
Document CollectionDay 1
PAN, address proof, bank details and entity documents collected and verified.
- 2
DGFT Portal ApplicationDay 2
Profile creation, Aadhaar/DSC validation and ANF-2A application filed with correct branch and activity details.
- 3
Fee Payment & ProcessingDay 3
Government fee of ₹500 paid; application processed by DGFT — deficiencies, if any, resolved by our team.
- 4
e-IEC DeliveryDay 4
Your IEC certificate is issued (usually auto-approved) and delivered with next-steps guidance for AD code and export schemes.
DSC (Digital Signature Certificate) is mandatory for this service
- Already have a valid Class 3 DSC? Perfect — no extra cost, we use yours.
- Don't have one? Order it through Taxwapsi and get up to 38% OFF — we are an authorised business partner of certificate.digital (Capricorn CA), a licensed Certifying Authority.
Documents Required
Prepare your documents in the order below — start with Document 1 and move down the list.
Applicant Documents
- 1
PAN CardRequired
Of the individual/proprietor or the entity (company/LLP/firm).
- 2
Aadhaar / DSCRequired
Aadhaar e-sign for individuals; DSC for companies and LLPs.
- 3
PhotographRequired
Passport-size photo of the applicant/authorised signatory.
Business & Bank Documents
- 4
Business Address ProofRequired
Utility bill, rent agreement or sale deed of the business premises.
- 5
Cancelled Cheque / Bank CertificateRequired
Pre-printed cancelled cheque or banker’s certificate (ANF-2A format) of the current account.
- 6
Certificate of Incorporation / DeedIf applicable
For companies, LLPs and partnership firms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who needs an IEC?
Anyone importing or exporting goods commercially — proprietors, firms, LLPs, companies, even individuals. Service exporters need it only when claiming foreign-trade-policy benefits, but banks often ask for it for export remittances anyway.
What is the government fee for IEC?
₹500, paid online on the DGFT portal. Our professional fee covers profile setup, error-free filing, deficiency resolution and delivery.
How fast is the IEC issued?
Applications with clean documents are usually auto-approved within 1–3 working days, with the e-IEC available for download immediately after approval.
Does IEC need renewal?
No renewal, but since 2021 every IEC holder must confirm/update details online between April and June each year — missing it deactivates the IEC until updated. We send reminders to all clients.
Is GST required for IEC?
No — IEC can be obtained without GST. However, for actually exporting/importing goods, GSTIN is usually needed for customs clearance and claiming IGST refunds on exports.
What is AD Code registration and why does it matter?
The Authorised Dealer code is a 14-digit code from your bank that must be registered at each port (now via ICEGATE) before shipping bills can be filed. Without it, your export consignment cannot clear customs.
Can one IEC cover multiple branches?
Yes — a single IEC against one PAN covers all branches and divisions; branch details can be added in the IEC profile.
Can the IEC be surrendered or is it transferable?
It can be surrendered online if you stop trading, and it is non-transferable — a new owner entity needs its own IEC against its PAN.
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