Tax & Accounting

IEC Code Registration

Importer Exporter Code (IEC) application, modification and annual update on the DGFT portal — issued within 1 working day.

  • IEC apply (new)
  • IEC modification & update
  • IEC annual KYC update
  • Linked PAN, bank & address proof

Overview

What this service covers

Importer Exporter Code (IEC) is a 10-digit code issued by DGFT, mandatory for any business importing into or exporting from India. We handle the entire DGFT portal filing — from PAN-based application to digital signature, bank verification and certificate download.

We also handle annual IEC KYC updates (mandatory every April–June), address / partner / bank modifications, and reactivation of de-activated IECs.

Who this is for

Ideal customers

  • First-time exporters & importers
  • E-commerce sellers on Amazon Global / Etsy / Shopify
  • Service exporters claiming forex remittances
  • Existing IEC holders needing modification or annual update

How it works

Process & timeline

  1. 1Document collection & PAN / Aadhaar / bank verification
  2. 2DGFT portal application with Class-3 DSC or Aadhaar OTP
  3. 3IEC certificate issued — usually within 1 working day
  4. 4Optional: annual KYC update & modifications

Typical turnaround: Issued within 1 working day after document submission.

Documents

What you need to share

  • PAN of firm / proprietor / company
  • Cancelled cheque or bank certificate
  • Aadhaar of authorised signatory
  • Business address proof (electricity bill / rent agreement)
  • Passport-size photo of signatory

Fees

Transparent pricing

New IEC ₹1,999. Annual update ₹999. Modification ₹1,499.

FAQ

Common questions

Is IEC mandatory for service exporters?+

IEC is not mandatory if you are only exporting services and do not claim benefits under the Foreign Trade Policy — but most banks ask for it for forex remittances above a threshold.

How often must IEC be updated?+

IEC must be electronically updated/confirmed every year between April and June, even if no details have changed. Non-update auto-deactivates the IEC.

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