IEC Registration Online

To begin an import and export business in India, you must have an IEC Registration, a 10-digit code issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT).

IEC Registration Form

Procedure For Online Import Export Code

Step 1

Complete Our IEC Form

You are required to fill our simple online IEC code application form and email documents.

Step 2

IEC Application Creation

We draft your application for IEC code and file it with the DGFT office on your behalf.

Step 3

IEC fee payment

We pay the IEC government free and followup with the department for your license.

Step 4

IEC License sent by email

Once your IEC CODE registration is completed we will send the IEC license to you by email.

Import Export Code

Import Commodity Code or IEC is a 10-digit code that a business or individual necessities to import/send out merchandise/administrations. The Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Ministry of Commerce and Industries, Government of India, issues this code. The legitimacy of this code is for a lifetime, that is to say, there is a compelling reason need to recharge it. After all necessary corrections have been made and the documents have been submitted, this code is generated within five to fifteen working days. There are numerous names for this code, such as "importer exported code," "import-export license," "import-export number," "IE code," and so on. This code can be issued in either your name or the name of the business. It is valid for all of its divisions, units, factories, and branches once it is issued.Limited liability partnerships offer its owners the benefit of limited liability, but they also require important maintenance. A private limited company's owners are only partially liable to creditors. Banks and creditors can only sell the assets of the organisation in the event of failure; they cannot sell the directors' personal holdings.
As a result, all LLP partners have a form of "limited liability" that serves as a form of protection for them within the partnership.
Sahyog, located in "Mumbai, Pune, Amravati, Akola" in Maharashtra to performs LLP registration.

Documents Required For IEC Registration

Sole Proprietorship

Digital photograph (3*3)
Copy of pan card of the proprietor
Copy of passport/voter id/driving license/UID
If the business is self-owned, then sale-deed
If the business is rented, then the rental/lease agreement

LLP

Digital photograph (3*3) of the designated partner/director of the company signing the application
Applicant’s copy of pan card
Copy of passport/voter id UID/driving license/PAN of the managing partner/director signing the application
Sale-deed, in the case of self-owned business
If the business is rented, then the rental/lease agreement
Bank Certificate as per ANF 2A/ Cancelled cheque bearing the blueprinted name of the applicant entity and A/c no.

Partnership Firm

Digital Digital photograph (3*3) of the managing partner (3*3)
Copy of partnership deed
Copy of passport/voter id UID/driving license/PAN of the managing partner signing the application
Sale-deed, in the case of self-owned business
If the business is rented, then the rental/lease agreement
Bank Certificate as per ANF 2A/ Cancelled cheque bearing the blueprinted name of the applicant entity and A/c no.

Trust

Digital photograph (3*3) of the secretary/chief executive/signatory applicant
Registration certificate of society/copy of the trust deed
Copy of passport/voter id UID/driving license/PAN of the managing trustee/chief executive signing the application
Sale-deed, in the case of self-owned business
If the business is rented, then the rental/lease agreement
Bank Certificate as per ANF 2A/ Cancelled cheque bearing the blueprinted name of the applicant entity and A/c no.

When is IEC code required?

It is needed by the customs authorities to clear the shipments in the case of any imports.
Also, it is needed by the bank to transfer the amount in the case of any imports made.
A visa is essential if an exporter needs to send shipments.
Alternatively, if the exporter is anticipated to receive funds in foreign currency and they are transferred immediately into his bank account.

Steps to Apply Import Export Code

Step 1: Application Preparation

In order to get code, an application must be made in the Aayaat Niryaat Form 2A format to the DGFT in that region where the registered office of the company is established. The government has also arranged an online filing facility for obtaining IEC CODE ONLINE. The DSC must be obtained in this way from government-approved confirming offices by the partners in an LLP.

Step 2: Application Processing

The fundamental requirements of ANF 2A include information about the company and its owners, directors, or partners, information about the bank account, a bank certificate, and all of the required documents for IEC. The ANF2A form requires a digital signature.

Step 3: IEC fee payment

When the application is finished, it ought to be documented with DGFT and an application expense should be paid to the public authority. Your application may be returned to the IEC department for revision or correction. Within 15 days, you are required to respond to the DGFT.

Step 4: IE Code Issuance

When the application is totally checked by the division, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade will designate an IE Code for your business. Both a soft copy and a hard copy of this IE code are available. You can begin the import-export transaction with the softcopy you receive via email.

Features of Import Export Code

Business Growth

Taking your services or products to the international market will enlarge your businesses. IEC enables you to sell products outside India.

Export Subsidies

On the basis of IEC, companies or firms can benefits and subsidies their exports/ imports from DGFT, Customs, and export promotion council.

Lifetime validity

Once you are done with IE Code Registration and submit all the required documents, IE Code is issued for the lifetime of the entity and requires no renewal.

No Return Filing

IE Code does not require the filing of any return. Once, an IE Code is issued there are no further procedures required to maintain the validity of the IE Code.

Individuals can have IE Code

Even individuals who are proprietors of a business can obtain IE Code in their name. It is not necessary to incorporate a business entity for obtaining IE Code.

Benefits of the IEC Code

Business growth

• A company can go to international online marketplaces like Alibaba, Amazon, and others.
• In order to take advantage of import/export growth opportunities, IEC is required.

Export subsidies

• Indian government follows a strategy of sending out the products and not the charges.
• An exporter can have the money in question returned for any assessments paid while sending out the products.
• If the importer promises to export the goods within a certain time frame, the government will even waive some import duties.

Lifetime validity

• This code does not need to be renewed repeatedly, as the name suggests.
• It will remain valid until the entity it is issued to exists. This code is no longer valid after the company is wound up.

No return filing

• There is no compliance requirement for IEC
• Including this, there is no need to file periodical returns.
• It is just like a PAN card.

Online procedure

• There is no need to go anywhere physically because the entire process can be completed online.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is IEC code registration?

Import Export Code or IEC is a 10-digit code that a business or individual necessities to import/export goods/services. The Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Ministry of Commerce and Industries, Government of India, issues this code. The legitimacy of this code is for a lifetime, that is to say, there is a compelling reason need to recharge it. After all necessary corrections have been made and the documents have been submitted, this code is generated within five to fifteen working days.

How to get IEC code registered?

You can get the IEC code registered by using our expert services òr visiting our website.

What is the process of getting the IEC code registered?

Step 1: Preparing the application

Step 2: Processing of application

Step 3: Payment of fee

Step 4: IE code assurance

What are the documents required to get IEC code registered?

A-The complete list of documents required to obtain an entity's IEC registration is provided below. The list is mentioned above for any other.
• A copy of the company's PAN card
• A copy of the property papers (if the property is owned)
• A copy of the rent agreement (if the property is rented)
• A cancelled check from the company
• A copy of the telephone bill in the same name
• A copy of the proprietorship's tax returns
• A copy of the certificate of incorporation (if the company is a company)
• A copy of the AOA and MOA (if the company is a company)

Can a person/entity have more than 1 IEC code?

No. A person or organization only receives one IEC. Therefore, multiple IEC codes should be turned in to the Regional Office for cancellation if they are issued.

What happens if the IEC number is lost or misplaced?

In this scenario, you will need to submit an affidavit in order for the IEC code's issuing authority to issue a copy of your IEC number.

Can I surrender my IEC number?

Yes, you can. You want to educate the giving regarding the power of such a choice. After electronically transmitting your IEC number to DGFT for subsequent transmission to Customs and Regional Authorities, they will immediately cancel it.

Who should get the IEC number?

Any person/business who is trying to start his export/import business is required to get the IEC number.

Can individuals apply for IEC?

Yes. Individuals can apply for the IEC code if they own a business in a proprietorship or partnership.

How long does it take to get the IEC code?

It nearly takes 7 to 8 working days to process the IEC code for your firm.

WIll the IEC code can be sent via email or online?

We will send you the mail of the IEC code since the whole process is carried out online.

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