Import Export Code (IEC)
Mandatory 10-digit Identification for Global Trade. Secure your DGFT-issued IEC to clear customs, receive foreign remittances, and access Export Benefits.
₹4,999/-
DGFT Filing + ANF 2A Preparation + Certificate Issuance
Full assistance for online filing on the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) portal. Includes PAN linkage, bank validation, and immediate certificate delivery.
Who Needs IEC?
International Traders
Mandatory for anyone importing or exporting goods/services.
Custom Clearances
Required to clear shipments through Indian Customs.
Foreign Remittances
Necessary for receiving export proceeds in foreign currency.
Govt Incentives
Gateway to DGFT schemes like RoDTEP & Export Benefits.
"Lifetime Validity"
Issued by the **Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT)**, the IEC is a 10-digit PAN-based unique identification number. It is valid for a lifetime and does not require frequent renewals, though annual profile updates are mandatory for compliance.
Strategic
IEC Advantages
Business Expansion
Unlock gates to international markets and sell your products/services globally.
Govt Incentives
Exporters can avail various benefits under DGFT schemes like export subsidies.
Simplified Process
One-time registration with no headache of filing recurring returns (unlike GST).
Enhanced Credibility
Build instant trust with foreign buyers using a verified DGFT identification number.
Faster Clearances
Speed up the custom clearance process at ports for incoming and outgoing goods.
Ease of Remittance
Banks easily process foreign currency payments for entities with valid IEC.
Documentation Checklist
Paperwork required for DGFT application
| Document Category | For Proprietorships / Individuals | For Companies / LLPs / Firms |
|---|---|---|
| Identity Proof | Owner's PAN & Aadhaar Card | Company PAN Card & Director's PAN |
| Bank Verification | Current Account Cancelled Cheque / Statement | Corporate Account Cancelled Cheque (Pre-printed Name) |
| Business Proof | Shop Act / MSME / GST Certificate | Certificate of Incorporation / Partnership Deed / MOA |
| Address Proof | Electricity Bill (Owned) or Rent Agreement | Registered Office Rent Agreement & Electricity Bill |
| Authentication | Email ID & Mobile Number for OTP | Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) & Stakeholder KYC |
Registration
Lifecycle
Hour 1
Portal Enrollment
Setting up a secure login profile on the National DGFT portal with business identity and mobile/email validation.
Day 1
Form ANF-2A
Detailed drafting of the digital application form including nature of trade (Merchandise/Service) and selection of RA.
Day 1
Vault Upload
Uploading of pre-printed cancelled cheques, business address proof, and digitized legal entity documents.
Immediate
Fee Remittance
Online processing of the mandatory govt registration fee via the secure central payment gateway.
Day 1
Digital Signing
Authentication of the final application using Class 3 DSC or Aadhar EVC for legal validity.
24-48 Hours
Instant Issuance
Review by the Regional Authority and issuance of the 10-digit PAN-linked IEC certificate in digital format.
Start your International Trade Journey today.
One-time registration. Lifetime validity. Fast DGFT filing for ₹4,999/-