Foreign Trade (Development and Regulation) Act, 1992
Governs the import and export of goods and services — IEC is mandatory under this Act.
Your gateway to global trade— get your IEC in days.
Complete Export Import Code registration — DGFT portal filing, document preparation, government fee payment, e-IEC certificate delivery, and guidance on export incentive schemes.
IEC CodeExportsImportsDGFT
On Request
Pricing
2–3 Days
Typical Timeline
Lifetime
IEC Validity
What we handle for you
We manage every step of IEC registration — from DGFT portal setup and application filing to e-IEC delivery and export incentive scheme guidance.
DGFT Portal Registration & Filing
We create your profile on the DGFT portal, complete the IEC application accurately, and submit with all required documents and government fee payment.
e-IEC Certificate Delivery
The IEC is typically issued within 2–3 working days. We obtain and deliver the e-IEC certificate — no physical licence required.
ICEGATE & Customs Linking
We advise on linking the IEC with ICEGATE for customs clearance — required for goods imports and exports at Indian ports.
Export Incentive Scheme Guidance
We guide on export incentive schemes available under the Foreign Trade Policy — RoDTEP, SEIS, and Advance Authorisation.
The IEC Registration Process
Five steps from document preparation to your e-IEC certificate and DGFT profile activation.
01
Document Preparation
We collect all required documents — PAN, Aadhaar, bank certificate or cancelled cheque, and business address proof.
02
DGFT Portal Registration
We create a profile on the DGFT portal and complete the IEC application.
03
Application Filing
The IEC application is submitted online with the required documents and government fee payment.
04
IEC Number Issued
The IEC is typically issued within 2–3 working days of application — no physical licence is required, as the e-IEC is valid.
05
DGFT Profile Activation
We ensure your IEC is activated and linked to your DGFT profile for access to export incentive schemes.
Legal Framework
IEC is mandatory for all importers and exporters under India's foreign trade law — a one-time registration with lifetime validity.
Foreign Trade Policy 2023–28
Prescribes IEC requirements, export incentives, and DGFT procedures.
Customs Act, 1962
IEC is a mandatory requirement for customs clearance of imported and exported goods at Indian ports.
FEMA, 1999 & RBI Guidelines
IEC is required for receipt of foreign exchange through authorised dealer banks for export of services.
Client Success Stories
“Needed an IEC urgently for an import consignment. LegalKonnect filed the application immediately and I had the e-IEC in 2 days. They also explained the RoDTEP benefits available for my product category.”
RS
Rajesh Singhania
Kolkata“Starting an export business and needed guidance on the IEC process. The team handled everything and also linked the IEC with ICEGATE for customs clearance. Very professional and knowledgeable.”
AP
Anita Pillai
KochiFrequently Asked Questions
Stamp Duty Not Included
Government stamp duty charges apply to registered documents and vary by state. These are paid directly to the government and are not part of our service fee. Your advocate will confirm the applicable amount for your state before any document is executed.
Yes. Service exporters also need an IEC to receive foreign exchange through banking channels under FEMA and to access service export incentives under schemes like SEIS (Service Exports from India Scheme).
An IEC has lifetime validity and does not require renewal. However, IEC holders must update their profile on the DGFT portal annually between April and June — failure to update results in deactivation of the IEC.
Yes. Any individual, proprietorship, partnership, LLP, company, or trust can obtain an IEC. The IEC is linked to the PAN of the entity or individual.
The current government fee for IEC registration on the DGFT portal is Rs. 500 — payable online. There is no additional fee for modification, update, or renewal.