We help you to start your Import export business by seeking an Import Export Code (IEC) from DGFT. In our packages, we provide consultancy in documentation and information, Applying for IEC online and follow-up for IEC Approval.
Before beginning the process of IEC code registration, you must arrange all the documents that are required to be submitted with the application for registration. A list of all such documents that must be submitted with the application have been mentioned in the section below. A failure to produce any of the prescribed documents, or filing of incorrect documents might result in the rejection of your entire application, and you might have to file a fresh application again. Therefore, it is advised that you carefully arrange all the documents beforehand to avoid any hassle or hindrance in the filing of application.
To begin the process of IEC registration, you must visit the official website of the Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT). On the homepage of the website, you will have to click on the “Services” tab, and from the dropdown that appears on the screen, you will have to choose the “ IEC Profile Management” option. On clicking this option, you shall be directed to the Registration page of the website.
On the new page that appears for registration, click on the “Apply for IEC option”, following which you can click on the “Register” option. The registration form will appear on the screen where you will be required to fill basic details like name, nature of business, contact number, contact email, and detailed address.
After filling out the details in the registration form, you shall be required to generate an OTP for the validation of the contact details mentioned in the form. The OTP will be received on the email ID and mobile number mentioned in the registration form, after their successful validation, a temporary password will be generated, which you can later use to login and fill out the detailed application form for online import export registration.