Business Registration & Corporate
IEC Code Registration
The Import-Export Code — required for any Indian business that imports or exports goods or services.
Who needs this
Is this you?
- Importers of goods or services into India
- Exporters of goods or services from India
- Freight forwarders, custom brokers, and trading companies
Our process
How we handle it
- 01
GUID
Obtain a Digital Signature-based GUID (Government User ID) on the DGFT portal.
- 02
Apply
File the IEC application online — proprietorship, partnership, company, or any other entity.
- 03
Issue
IEC code issued — valid for the lifetime of the firm (no renewal needed).
Documents required
What to keep ready
- Business registration proof (PAN, incorporation, partnership deed)
- PAN of the firm and proprietors/directors
- Bank account details and IEC code request letter
- Address proof of registered office
- Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) of authorised signatory
Don't have everything? Send what you have — we'll tell you what's missing and how to get it.
FAQs
Questions about this service
Yes — an IEC is mandatory for any import or export of goods or services from/to India, except for certain personal or specific exempted transactions. Customs and banking require it.
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