At a glance
| What it is | The code a business needs to import or export goods. The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) issues it |
| Linked to | Your PAN |
| Who needs it | Any business importing or exporting goods |
| Services exporters | Needed only to claim Foreign Trade Policy benefits |
| Government fee | ₹500 |
| How it is issued | Online, on the DGFT portal |
| Renewal | None, but you must update or confirm it every year, from April to June |
| If you miss the update | It can be deactivated. It is activated again once you update it |
| What you need | PAN, address, bank details, and your CIN or LLPIN where it applies |
| What we do | We apply, track it and remind you of the yearly update |
How it is done
- We collect your PAN, address and bank details.
- We apply on the DGFT portal and pay the fee.
- The IEC is issued online.
- We save it in your vault.
- Every April, we remind you to update it.
Common mistakes
- Missing the April to June update.
- Bank details that don't match the name on your PAN.
- Applying again instead of updating an existing IEC.
- Assuming services exports never need one.
Get a clear quote
Tell us your business type and what you import or export. We send a clear quote to your account.
Does an IEC expire?
No. But you must update or confirm it every year, from April to June. Otherwise it can be deactivated.
Do I need GST registration first?
No. The IEC is linked to your PAN. Add your GSTIN if you have one.