To facilitate the Import and Export transactions, the Exporters and Importers are required to obtain the Import Export Code. It is a one time procedure to obtain the code and there is no need to renew it. It comes with a life time validity. The Import Export Code is 10 digit number which is the PAN of the Entity.

Benefits of Import Export Code

Reach to the Global Market

By obtaining the Import Export code, the entity can access the global market for the Import and Export into and from the India. Without the IEC, the entity can not enter into any transaction involving the Export and Import.

Compliance free

The Import Export code is compliance free. There is no need to file any return like there is no need for any monthly, quarterly or Annual return filing with respect to the same.

Documents required for obtaining Import Export Code

  • PAN Card of the Applicant

  • Copy of Identity proof of the Applicant

  • Copy of Address proof of the Applicant

  • Photograph of the Applicant

  • Cancelled cheque or Bank statement not older than 2 months

  • In case of applicant other than Individual, PAN of the Director / Partner

  • In case of applicant – Company / LLP, Certificate of Incorporation