Considering the recent trends in the business sector, a gradual shift of businesses is observed from the local market to the international market. To spread reach and conquer the international market, the import and export activities are undertaken which further requires the Import Export Code.
Import Export Code is a 10 digit unique code allotted to the business entities that allow imports and exports. The code is allotted by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) to the applicants.
Register for IEC code online comes with one-time registration and lifetime validity. The process for import export code registration has become simpler with online IEC application supported by a few documents.
Advantages of IEC:
- Compliance free
- Simple processing
- Government benefits
- Global markets at fingertips


We at Wise Tax Filings make it easy and inexpensive to register your importer exporter code. With expert support along with timely and accurate filings, we have made it hassle free for you to get started.
Documents Required for IEC Registration:
PAN Card
A scanned copy of a PAN card of the applicant or the company
Address Proof
Sale Deed/ Rent Agreement/ Latest Electricity Bill/ Telephone Bill in name of applicant
Cancelled Cheque
A cancelled cheque of current account bearing entity’s pre-printed name or Bank Certificate in form ANF-2A(i)
PAN card of Director or Partner
For a company/partnership, PAN card of the Director/Partner is a must
Certificate of Registration
Entity should provide the registration certificate with MoA- AoA / LLP Agreement, or a Partnership Deed as applicable
When is IEC code required:
For Import and Export of Goods from India
For Import and Export of Services from India
To clear shipment while making Import/Export
Obtain IEC in 3 easy steps:
1. Answer quick questions
Pick a package that best fits your requirements. It takes less than 5 minutes to fill our questionnaire. Provide basic details & documents required for registration along with making payment.
2. Experts will be there to help
A relationship manager will be assigned to assist you for reconciliation of the information.
3. You get the IE Code.
It only takes 3-4 working days!
Day 1
- Provide Required Documents
Day 2 – 3
- Drafting and preparation of Application
Day 4 onwards
- Filing of online IEC Code registration application with DGFT
- Government processing time
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can an individual apply for IEC registration?
Any individual involved in the import and export of goods or services for the purpose of conducting business can make IE Code application. They can obtain the IE code by filing an online application accompanied with required documents. In case the person does not have a current account for the business, he/she may provide canceled cheque of the savings account for the purpose of filing IE code application.
What is the validity of import export code registration?
The Import Export Code comes with a lifelong validity unless the same is withdrawn or surrendered. Once the applicant receives the IE Code, there is no need to re-register as it is a perpetual registration.
Whether the separate application is to be made for other branch?
No, there is no requirement to make a separate application for different places of business. This is a PAN based registration. Hence, the single registration will be valid for all the businesses and branch under the same entity.
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