IEC (Import Export Code)
- Apply for IEC registration online in India with FylFlix and start import-export operations
with guided DGFT filing support. with guided DGFT filing support. - IEC is the core business identification number for importing into India or exporting
from India, unless a specific exemption applies. from India, unless a specific exemption applies. - FylFlix helps businesses, startups, proprietors, LLPs, companies, trusts, HUFs, and societies complete IEC
registration with a practical document-first workflow. registration with a practical document-first workflow.
What Our Clients Say
“FylFlix made our IEC registration simple. The document checklist saved us from a bank-name mismatch that could have delayed approval.”
Rohit Bansal
Founder, RRB Overseas
“We needed urgent IEC support before supplier onboarding. The team handled filing quickly and explained the next DGFT steps clearly.”
Naina Verma
Director, Northbay Retail Imports
“The best part was the post-IEC guidance. FylFlix did not stop at certificate delivery and helped us understand what comes after IEC registration.”
Siddharth Kulkarni
Partner, SK Agro Exports
“FylFlix made our IEC registration simple. The document checklist saved us from a bank-name mismatch that could have delayed approval.”
Rohit Bansal
Founder, RRB Overseas
“We needed urgent IEC support before supplier onboarding. The team handled filing quickly and explained the next DGFT steps clearly.”
Naina Verma
Director, Northbay Retail Imports
“The best part was the post-IEC guidance. FylFlix did not stop at certificate delivery and helped us understand what comes after IEC registration.”
Siddharth Kulkarni
Partner, SK Agro Exports
“FylFlix made our IEC registration simple. The document checklist saved us from a bank-name mismatch that could have delayed approval.”
Rohit Bansal
Founder, RRB Overseas
“We needed urgent IEC support before supplier onboarding. The team handled filing quickly and explained the next DGFT steps clearly.”
Naina Verma
Director, Northbay Retail Imports
“The best part was the post-IEC guidance. FylFlix did not stop at certificate delivery and helped us understand what comes after IEC registration.”
Siddharth Kulkarni
Partner, SK Agro Exports
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Overview
IEC, or Import Export Code, is issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade and is the foundational registration used for import and export transactions in India. Since GST-era integration, IEC is linked with the PAN of the firm, but it still needs to be separately obtained through DGFT based on an online application.
For many first-time exporters and importers, the biggest delays are not the form itself but mismatches in PAN name, bank account details, address proof, and verification flow. FylFlix reduces those delays by checking documents before filing and guiding clients through the application, issuance, and post-approval steps.
This page is designed to help users searching for IEC registration, import export code registration, DGFT IEC application, and IEC certificate download understand the practical process, cost, documents, benefits, timelines, and annual update responsibilities.
What is IEC (Import Export Code)?
Requirements & details
IEC is a business identification number required for import into India or export from India in most cases. DGFT treats it as the core trade identity of the applicant entity, and the IEC is issued on the PAN of the firm.
Who can apply
- Proprietorships
- Partnership firms
- LLPs
- Private/Public companies
- Trusts
- HUFs
- Societies
Core prerequisites
- PAN in the name of the firm/entity
- Bank account in the name of the firm/entity
- Valid business address
- Access to mobile/email for verification
Where IEC is commonly used
- Import customs clearance
- Export shipment documentation
- Trade remittances and banking documentation
- DGFT-linked trade services and profile management
Note: For service exports, IEC may not be necessary unless the service provider wants to claim benefits under the Foreign Trade Policy.
Why choose FylFlix for IEC registration?
Requirements & details
FylFlix positions IEC registration as a guided, SEO-friendly, document-first service that helps clients avoid common filing mistakes and get ready for practical next steps after approval.
What FylFlix does
- Checks PAN-bank-address consistency before filing
- Prepares application data and submission support
- Tracks status and handles common query cycles
- Delivers IEC certificate with next-step guidance
Who benefits most
- First-time exporters
- Importers onboarding suppliers from overseas
- E-commerce sellers planning cross-border trade
- Manufacturers adding export channels
- Startups needing fast IEC support
Note: Timeline commitments depend on complete documents, OTP access, bank-data consistency, and DGFT portal processing.
IEC validity and annual update
Requirements & details
IEC is generally treated as a lifetime registration, but the profile must be confirmed or updated annually on DGFT within the prescribed window to avoid deactivation.
Important practical points
- Annual confirmation/update window typically runs from 1 April to 30 June
- Non-updation can lead to IEC deactivation in the DGFT system
- If business stops using IEC, surrender can be requested online through DGFT
Note: Clients should treat annual IEC update as an essential recurring compliance checkpoint even though IEC registration itself is a one-time service.
Documents Required
Keep these ready before you start the application process
PAN of the applicant firm or entity
Bank proof in entity name such as cancelled cheque or bank certificate
Business address proof
Constitution proof such as COI, LLP document, or partnership deed where applicable
Proprietor/partner/director details as required in ANF-2A
Email and mobile access for verification
Aadhaar or DSC support where applicable under current portal workflow
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Benefits
Enables legal import and export operations in India in most business cases.
Creates a recognized DGFT-linked identity for the trade entity.
Supports customs, banking, and shipment documentation workflows.
Acts as a base layer for further trade enablement such as AD Code, ICEGATE, and export onboarding.
Usually issued once, with annual profile update responsibility thereafter.
Where IEC adds value
| Use case | How IEC helps |
|---|---|
| First export order | Helps the business become trade-ready for export documentation and portal-linked processes. |
| Commercial imports | Used as the core importer identity in customs-facing workflows. |
| DGFT interaction | Forms the primary identity layer for IEC profile management and related services. |
| Business credibility | Many vendors, banks, and counterparties ask for IEC during onboarding for international trade. |
Key Features
100% online IEC application process through DGFT portal.
PAN-linked business identity for import-export activity.
Entity bank-account validation and address readiness are central to filing success.
Certificate is available digitally after approval and can be verified online.
IEC can later be modified, surrendered, linked to user profiles, and checked for status on DGFT.
Registration Process
Confirm PAN, bank account, and business address readiness.
Share documents with FylFlix or prepare them for direct portal filing.
Review entity details, director/partner/proprietor information, and bank data.
Prepare and submit IEC application on DGFT with payment of applicable government fee.
Respond to any deficiency or clarification if raised.
Download IEC certificate and complete next-step trade onboarding.