Import Export Code Registration
Your Importer Exporter Code from DGFT — applied for online and kept active every year
- 1ApplyApplication on DGFT.
- 2IssueIEC certificate issued.
- 3MaintainUpdated every April–June.
Share your details. We’ll reply on WhatsApp with the next steps and a checklist.
Pick a plan — the fee is adjusted if you hire us within 30 days.
About Import Export Code Registration
A clear overview, in simple terms — what it is, why it matters, and how we handle it.
An Importer Exporter Code (IEC) from the DGFT is required to import or export goods, and to claim export benefits on services. It is linked to your PAN (one IEC per PAN), applied for online with a ₹500 government fee, and usually issued within a day or two. It must be updated on the DGFT portal every year between April and June, or it is deactivated.
We apply for the IEC, link it to your bank account and GST, and remind you of the annual update so customs clearance isn't blocked.
| Issuer | Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) |
|---|---|
| Government fee | ₹500 |
| Basis | One IEC per PAN |
| Annual update | Between April and June every year |
Who this is for
Common scenarios where this service is a good fit.
- Importers and exporters of goods
- Service exporters claiming benefits
- E-commerce exporters
What you get
Clear deliverables so you know exactly what's included.
- IEC application
- Bank and GST linking
- Annual update reminders
- Modification support
Expert review before every submission — not just data entry.
Working notes and reconciliations you can rely on in future notices.
Resident Indians, NRIs, expats and cross-border businesses — all served.
Documents required
A practical checklist. We'll tell you if anything else is needed based on your case.
* This is a base checklist. After a quick pre-check, we may ask for additional items specific to your case.
Process
A simple, trackable workflow — designed to avoid back-and-forth.
Application on DGFT.
IEC certificate issued.
Updated every April–June.
Get a quote
We share a clear quote on WhatsApp after a quick checklist pre-check.
- Fixed professional fee plus ₹500 government fee.
| Factor | DIY | Indus Tax |
|---|---|---|
| Expert review | ❌ | ✅ |
| Notice risk reduction | ❌ | ✅ |
| Deduction optimisation | ❌ | ✅ |
| Audit-ready records | ❌ | ✅ |
| AIS/26AS reconciliation | ❌ | ✅ |
Share your facts and deadline. We'll reply with the right checklist and a clear quote.
Fee adjusted against our service fee if you go ahead within 30 days.
- Priority CA Call-backSkip the queue — a CA calls you within 30 minutes.₹255
- RecommendedCA Consultation (30 min)Talk one matter through properly with a CA.₹755
- In-depth CA Review (60 min)Documents reviewed before the call, written action plan after.₹1,155
Call-backs run Mon–Sat, 9 AM–6 PM IST. Booked outside these hours? We call you first thing the next working morning.
Compare the 3 plansFrequently asked questions
Answers to the most common questions we get.
This page also covers
- IEC update
- Annual update and modification.
Official sources
Indus Tax is a private professional services firm and is not affiliated with any government authority. Rules and fees change — we confirm current positions before filing.
