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Mandatory for every business importing or exporting goods and services from India. The IEC is a 10-digit code issued by the DGFT (Directorate General of Foreign Trade) — your passport to international trade. TaxFillingIndia processes your IEC application end-to-end, online, same-day.
The Import Export Code (IEC) is a 10-digit identification number issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), under the Department of Commerce, Government of India. It is the primary licence required for any person or business entity engaged in importing or exporting goods and services from India.
Without a valid IEC, customs authorities will not clear your shipments, and banks will not process international trade payments. It is your mandatory authorisation to participate in international trade — whether you’re a manufacturer, trader, service exporter, e-commerce seller, or individual entrepreneur.
One of IEC’s biggest advantages is that it has lifetime validity — once issued, it never expires and requires no annual renewal. There are also no monthly or annual compliance returns to file against your IEC, making it the simplest business licence to maintain.
If goods or services cross India’s borders in any capacity related to your business, you need an IEC — no exceptions.
Beyond legal compliance, an IEC unlocks global markets, banking facilities, and government export incentives.
Our experts handle the entire DGFT application. You share documents, we deliver your IEC in 8–10 days.
A minimal set of documents — upload soft copies and we’ll handle everything else.
Pro Tip: The application form ANF 2A requires general business details, proprietor/partner/director details, and bank account information. The bank certificate must be from your current business account. All address proofs must be the most recent utility bills. Our team verifies everything before filing to ensure zero rejections from DGFT.
Hyderabad’s most trusted IEC consultants — 2,000+ codes issued, same-day DGFT filing.
Book a free consultation with our IEC specialist. We’ll verify your documents, prepare the ANF 2A form, and file with DGFT on the same day.
Everything you need to know about Import Export Code registration in Hyderabad and across India.
The Import Export Code (IEC) is a 10-digit identification number mandatory for any person or business entity involved in importing or exporting goods and services from India. It is issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), under the Department of Commerce, Government of India. The application is made in the Aayaat Niryaat Form 2A (ANF 2A) to the Regional DGFT Authority in the state where the business is registered.
The ANF 2A form requires: general details of the business entity (name, address, entity type — proprietorship/company/LLP/firm); details of all proprietors, partners, or directors including PAN and identity proof; complete bank account details of the business; and a bank certificate confirming the account. Our team fills out the entire form on your behalf — you just provide the documents.
After all documents are submitted, TaxFillingIndia files the application on the DGFT portal on the same day. Once filed, it typically takes 8–10 working days for the DGFT to process and issue the IEC certificate. TaxFillingIndia tracks the application status throughout and follows up with DGFT to ensure the fastest possible issuance without any unnecessary delay.
The IEC code has lifetime validity — once issued, it never expires and does not need to be renewed. This is one of the most attractive features of IEC compared to other licences. There are also no monthly, quarterly, or annual return filings required against your IEC code, making it the lowest-maintenance business licence available in India.
Yes. Even though IEC has lifetime validity, it can be voluntarily cancelled or surrendered to the issuing authority through an online application on the DGFT portal. Once the cancellation application is submitted, the authority cancels the certificate immediately and notifies all relevant authorities including customs officers. TaxFillingIndia can assist with IEC cancellation or modification requests as well.
Yes. Under the Foreign Trade Policy, businesses exporting services (such as IT services, BPO, consulting, design, content, or any other service) and receiving foreign currency payments are also required to have an IEC. Banks require IEC for processing foreign inward remittances above a certain threshold. Additionally, service exporters need IEC to claim benefits under the SEIS (Service Exports from India Scheme) and other DGFT export incentive programmes.
Yes. IEC details can be modified online through the DGFT portal whenever there are changes to your business — such as change of address, bank account details, addition or removal of directors/partners, change of business name, or change of entity type. It is important to keep your IEC details updated at all times, as customs and banks cross-reference your IEC data for every shipment and payment. TaxFillingIndia handles IEC modification requests end-to-end.
Join 2,000+ exporters and importers in Hyderabad and across India who trust TaxFillingIndia for IEC registration. Same-day DGFT filing, lifetime validity, zero ongoing compliance.