Every business importing or exporting goods to/from India must have a 10-digit IEC Code from DGFT. No import/export shipment clears customs without it.
Import Export Code (IEC) is a unique 10-digit business identification number issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Ministry of Commerce to businesses engaged in import or export of goods and services. It is mandatory for clearing customs, opening foreign currency bank accounts, and availing export benefits under government schemes like RoDTEP, MEIS and SEIS.
Create account on dgft.gov.in with your PAN number.
Fill ANF 2A form with business details, banker details and address.
Upload PAN, Aadhaar, cancelled cheque and address proof.
Digitally sign the application using DSC or Aadhaar OTP eSign.
Pay the DGFT application fee of ₹500 online.
IEC Certificate generated instantly or within 2–3 working days.
⏱Expected timeline:1–3 working days (Standard — DGFT auto-allotment); 3–5 working days if manual scrutiny required
⚠️Warning:Imports or exports made without a valid IEC Code attract seizure of goods by Customs, fine up to 5x the value of goods, and debarment from future import/export activities.
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