Import Export Code (IEC)
Starting and registering a business is an important step in an entrepreneur journey. After successfully get started, everybody wants to grow their business and to go global. Import and export outside India is one of the way of doing this.
IEC is a registration required for persons importing or exporting goods and services from India. Importer Exporter Code commonly known as IEC Code , issued by the office of Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT).
Procedure for application of IEC code
You need to submit a duly filled application form online along with the documents required.
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Ready with following documents- PAN (both sides), Applicant Photograph and Bank Certificate.
- You need to go to DGFT Website and Click on “IEC Online Application”.
- You then need to enter your PAN number. To create new IEC application select ‘Create’ from ‘File’ menu.
- Enter your details like name and designation of the applicant, address, pin code, phone no, email address, Date of Establishment, PAN date, PAN Issuing authority, Banker Name, Bank Account Number.
- You will have to make a payment on the portal.
- After Verification Registration Certificate will be granted to you online.