The Import Export Code (IEC) is issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) and is mandatory for importing or exporting goods and most services. It is PAN-based and has lifetime validity, subject to annual updating.
We file your IEC application on the DGFT portal and help you prepare for your first shipment.
Who needs IEC Code?
- Businesses starting import or export
- Service exporters claiming export benefits
- E-commerce sellers shipping internationally
Benefits
- Required for customs clearance and international banking
- Enables export incentives and schemes
- Single registration for the entity across India
Documents usually required
- PAN of the entity
- Aadhaar of the proprietor, partner or director
- Address proof of the business
- Cancelled cheque or bank certificate
- Digital signature or Aadhaar-based OTP for submission
The exact list depends on your business type and location. We share a precise checklist after a short discussion.
How Techmin Wealth Partners helps
- Free consultation to confirm eligibility and choose the right registration.
- A precise document checklist is shared; we verify your documents before filing.
- Application prepared and filed on the official government portal.
- We track the application and respond to any query or clarification raised by the department.
- Certificate or approval delivered, with guidance on the compliances that follow.
Frequently asked questions
Does IEC need renewal?
IEC does not expire, but it must be updated on the DGFT portal every year within the prescribed window, even if there are no changes. Otherwise it may be deactivated.
How do I get started?
Use the enquiry form on this page, call or WhatsApp us on +91 77361 86827, or e-mail info@techmincsc.in. We will confirm your requirement, the documents needed and our fees before starting.
Information on this page is general in nature and based on the law and procedures applicable at the time of writing. Requirements may change; we confirm the current position before acting on your matter.