No goods can be imported or exported commercially without an Import Export Code. It is a one-time, PAN-based number issued by DGFT, and it has to be confirmed on the portal every year to stay active.
We apply for a new IEC, update existing ones, and guide first-time exporters on the bank and GST formalities that follow.
Who needs Import Export Code (IEC)?
- Traders importing goods for resale
- Manufacturers and handicraft exporters
- Sellers shipping abroad through e-commerce
- Service exporters claiming benefits under trade policy
Documents required
- PAN of the business
- Aadhaar of the owner or director
- Address proof
- Cancelled cheque
Our process
- 1DGFT profile is created
- 2Application is filed with documents
- 3IEC certificate is issued
- 4Annual updation reminders are sent
Questions about Import Export Code (IEC)
Does an IEC need renewal?
It has no expiry, but details must be confirmed online every year or it is deactivated.
Is GST required for IEC?
IEC is based on PAN. GST is usually required for the trade itself.
Can an individual get an IEC?
Yes, a proprietor can obtain it on personal PAN.
Import Export Code (IEC) near you
We provide this service to clients across Rohini and nearby localities: