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Lifetime Validity

IEC never expires — one registration covers you for your entire trading journey. No annual renewal fee.

Zero Post-Registration Compliance

No GST-style returns, no MCA annual filings. Just a yearly DGFT portal confirmation (free).

Customs Clearance Ready

Mandatory for all import/export customs filings through ICEGATE at Indian ports and airports.

DGFT Benefits Unlocked

Access MEIS, SEIS, RoDTEP, Advance Authorisation and duty drawback schemes post IEC issuance.

10-Digit IEC Number
Lifetime Validity
DGFT Portal Registration
Import & Export Authorization
Digital IEC Certificate
Modification & Update Support

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Overview & Legal Definition

Import Export Code (IEC)
The IEC is a key business identification number required for exporting or importing from India. Issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), it is mandatory for any commercial cross-border transaction.

Why is it important?
No export or import shall be made by any person without an IEC unless specifically exempted.

Eligibility & Requirements

Any business entity or individual is eligible to apply. You can apply as a:

  • Proprietorship: Uses the individual's PAN.
  • Partnership / LLP / Company: Uses the entity's PAN.

Document Checklist

  • PAN Card: PAN of the business entity or individual.
  • Bank Proof: Cancelled cheque or bank certificate on bank letterhead.
  • Address Proof: Electricity bill, rent agreement, or lease deed of the registered office.

Realistic Timeline

  1. Application Filing (1 Day): Submitting details on the DGFT portal using DSC.
  2. Issuance (1-2 Days): Automatic or semi-automatic issuance by the DGFT portal.

2026 DGFT Updates

  • Annual Update Mandatory: Every IEC holder must update their details on the DGFT portal every year between April and June, even if there are no changes. Failure to do so will result in deactivation.

FAQ

Common Questions

Service exporters are generally exempt unless receiving foreign remittances through banking channels that require AD Code, or claiming IGST refund under LUT/SEIS benefits.

No, it has lifetime validity. However, DGFT mandates an annual update/confirmation of IEC details on their portal between April and June.

AD Code (Authorised Dealer Code) is issued by your bank branch. It is mandatory for customs port filing (ICEGATE) to export goods.

Yes. For a sole proprietorship, the IEC is issued against the PAN of the individual. One entity can hold only one IEC.

Registration cum Membership Certificate (RCMC) is issued by Export Promotion Councils to claim benefits under the Foreign Trade Policy.