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Import Export Code (IEC) is a mandatory 10-digit identification number issued by the DGFT (Directorate General of Foreign Trade). Every business or individual importing or exporting goods from India must obtain IEC before their first shipment. Without IEC, customs clearance is blocked and banks cannot process foreign currency remittances for trade. IEC is a one-time, lifetime-valid registration — no renewals — but requires mandatory annual updation on the DGFT portal.
Visakhapatnam, as AP's port & industrial city, has significant import and export activity with businesses in manufacturing, textiles, pharmaceuticals, and technology. Andhra Pradesh-based exporters can claim RoDTEP rates, duty drawbacks, and IGST refunds — all of which require a valid IEC. ClearlyComply has registered IEC for hundreds of traders in Visakhapatnam.
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We create and set up your business profile on the DGFT online portal (dgft.gov.in).
All documents reviewed for accuracy before submission to avoid rejection or delay.
Aayaat Niryaat Form 2A filed online on the DGFT portal with all required attachments.
₹500 government fee paid online. Included in ClearlyComply's all-inclusive ₹1,999 package.
DGFT issues your 10-digit IEC certificate within 3–5 working days. Delivered by email.
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Yes. IEC is mandatory for every commercial import and export. Exceptions: government departments, UN bodies, and personal-use imports within specified limits.
IEC is valid for lifetime. However, DGFT requires annual updation of your IEC profile between April 1–June 30. Non-updation can result in deactivation.
Yes. Individuals, proprietorships, partnerships, LLPs, and companies can all obtain IEC. Only a PAN and bank account are required for individuals.
DGFT charges ₹500 as the government fee for IEC. ClearlyComply's total ₹1,999 package includes this fee plus all filings and expert support.
GST is not mandatory for IEC. However, exporters wishing to claim GST refunds on zero-rated exports must be GST registered.
Yes. A single IEC covers both import and export activities. No separate codes are needed for each trade direction.
IEC holders can claim RoDTEP, IGST refunds, duty drawback, and export promotion capital goods (EPCG) scheme benefits.
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