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Import Export Code (IEC) Registration Services in India – DGFT IEC Registration, ANF 2A Filing, IEC Modification, AD Code & Annual IEC Update Services
The Import Export Code (IEC) is the 10-digit business identification number issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, and is the foundational compliance for any person or entity engaged in import or export of goods or services from India. Mandated under Section 7 of the Foreign Trade (Development & Regulation) Act 1992 and the Foreign Trade Policy, IEC is the single most important pre-requisite for cross-border trade — without IEC, customs clearance is not possible at any port, foreign exchange remittances for trade are not processed by AD banks, and the entity cannot claim export benefits under MEIS / RoDTEP / SEIS / Advance Authorisation / EPCG / Duty Drawback or import under any concessional scheme. Since IEC is now linked to PAN, the IEC number is the same as the entity's PAN, with a one-time DGFT registration on dgft.gov.in activating the trade identifier.
Our Import Export Code registration services handle the complete IEC lifecycle — fresh IEC application via ANF 2A on the DGFT portal, IEC modification / amendment for change of name, address, partners / directors, branches, or banking details, annual IEC update / KYC mandated under the revised DGFT framework (failure to update annually between April–June leads to IEC deactivation), IEC surrender / cancellation, AD Code registration with customs port-wise, RCMC (Registration-cum-Membership Certificate) from Export Promotion Councils (FIEO, EEPC, APEDA, EPCH, AEPC, CHEMEXCIL, etc.), DGFT digital signature setup, and integration with ICEGATE customs portal. We also advise on HS code classification, restricted / prohibited / SCOMET item check, FEMA inbound / outbound trade compliance, AEO certification, ITC-HS code mapping for tariff and FTP benefits, and reconciliation of IEC details across PAN, GST, customs ICEGATE, AD bank, and shipping bill records — ensuring that every shipment, every bank realisation, and every export benefit is processed without IEC-related rejection or delay.
10-Digit
PAN-Based IEC
DGFT
Issuing Authority
Apr–Jun
Annual Update Window
ANF 2A
Application Form
Laws & Schemes We Work Under
FTDR Act 1992
Foreign Trade Policy (FTP)
Customs Act 1962
FEMA 1999
RoDTEP / RoSCTL
SEIS / MEIS
Advance Authorisation
EPCG Scheme
SCOMET Controls
IEC Registration Use Cases We Handle
First-Time Exporter
Fresh IEC Application
First-time IEC application for proprietorships, partnerships, LLPs, private limited companies, OPCs, HUFs, trusts, and societies — ANF 2A end-to-end on DGFT portal.
- Eligibility & entity check
- PAN-IEC mapping
- ANF 2A filing
- DSC / e-Sign onboarding
- Bank certificate / cancelled cheque
- IEC certificate generation
E-Commerce
E-Commerce & Cross-Border Sellers
Amazon Global, Flipkart Cross-Border, eBay, Etsy, Shopify, and direct-to-consumer (D2C) export sellers — IEC, AD code, RCMC, and FTP benefit setup.
- D2C seller IEC
- Amazon FBA Global setup
- AD code per port
- RCMC for product council
- RoDTEP eligibility
- Courier shipping bill
Service Exporter
IT & Service Exporters
IT services, SaaS, consulting, BPO, KPO, R&D, and other service exporters — IEC for SOFTEX / FIRC realisation, SEIS (where eligible), and FEMA inbound flow.
- SOFTEX framework
- FIRC realisation
- SEIS eligibility
- FEMA inbound
- STPI registration
- SEZ unit IEC
Manufacturer
Manufacturer Exporter
Manufacturing exporters across textiles, leather, engineering, chemicals, pharma, food, agri — IEC, RCMC, RoDTEP / Drawback, and Advance Authorisation / EPCG setup.
- Sector RCMC
- RoDTEP scheme code
- Duty drawback rate
- Advance Authorisation
- EPCG authorisation
- SION / norms fixation
Importer
Importer Trader / OEM
Importers of raw materials, components, finished goods — IEC, BIS / FSSAI / WPC / drug-licence cross-compliance, and customs ICEGATE onboarding.
- Raw material import
- HS code classification
- BIS / FSSAI / WPC linkage
- BCD / IGST optimisation
- FTA / CEPA / RTA benefits
- EOU / SEZ option
Modification
IEC Modification / Update
Change of name, address, directors, partners, branches, banking details — and mandatory annual IEC update during April–June window.
- Name / address change
- Director / partner change
- Branch addition
- Bank detail update
- Annual KYC update
- IEC reactivation
Key IEC Concepts & Linked Compliances You Must Know
PAN-Based IEC
IEC = PAN
Since the 2021 reform, IEC is the same as the entity's PAN. A one-time DGFT registration on dgft.gov.in activates the IEC; no separate 10-digit number is now issued.
PAN-Linked
DGFT Activation
Annual Update
Mandatory KYC – Apr to Jun
IEC holders must update / confirm IEC details every year between 1 April and 30 June (even if no change), failing which IEC is automatically deactivated.
No Change OK
Deactivation Risk
AD Code
AD Code Registration
The Authorised Dealer (AD) bank's 14-digit AD Code must be registered at every customs port from where the entity exports — without it, shipping bill cannot be filed.
Per Port
Bank-Issued
RCMC
RCMC – Export Council
Registration-cum-Membership Certificate from the relevant Export Promotion Council (FIEO, EEPC, APEDA, EPCH, AEPC, etc.) is needed to claim FTP benefits and export incentives.
FIEO Default
Sector Council
HS / ITC-HS
HS Code Classification
Every export / import shipment is classified under the 8-digit ITC(HS) code — driving customs duty, RoDTEP rate, drawback rate, FTA benefit, and SCOMET classification.
8-Digit
Tariff & Benefits
SCOMET
SCOMET Restricted Items
Special Chemicals, Organisms, Materials, Equipment & Technologies — dual-use items requiring DGFT export licence. Critical for defence, nuclear, biotech, and high-tech exports.
Dual-Use
DGFT Licence
RoDTEP
RoDTEP Scheme
Remission of Duties & Taxes on Exported Products — WTO-compliant duty rebate scheme replacing MEIS, with rates notified per ITC-HS code.
Tax Rebate
e-Scrip
EPCG / Advance
EPCG & Advance Authorisation
EPCG allows duty-free import of capital goods against export obligation; Advance Authorisation allows duty-free import of inputs for export production. Both need IEC + RCMC.
Capital Goods
Inputs
Our IEC Registration & Trade Services
Fresh IEC Application
End-to-end ANF 2A filing on the DGFT portal, DSC / e-Sign integration, document validation, and IEC certificate generation in 1–3 working days.
IEC Modification / Amendment
Change of name, address, partners, directors, branch, or banking details — DGFT portal modification with supporting deeds / resolutions.
Annual IEC Update / KYC
Mandatory April–June annual update / re-confirmation to prevent IEC deactivation, plus reactivation support if IEC has lapsed.
AD Code Registration
AD Code registration at JNPT, Mundra, Nhava Sheva, Chennai, Kolkata, Mumbai, ICDs, and Air Cargo Customs — port-wise across India.
RCMC – Export Council
RCMC issuance / renewal from FIEO, EEPC, APEDA, EPCH, AEPC, CHEMEXCIL, PHARMEXCIL, and other Export Promotion Councils based on product profile.
HS Code Classification
ITC(HS) 8-digit classification, tariff impact analysis, RoDTEP rate / drawback / FTA benefit mapping, and SCOMET applicability check.
FTP Benefits Claim
RoDTEP, RoSCTL, Duty Drawback, SEIS, MEIS legacy claims, and e-scrip generation / sale advisory under the Foreign Trade Policy.
Advance Authorisation & EPCG
Application, SION / norms-based authorisation, redemption, EODC (export obligation discharge certificate), and DGFT closure support.
SCOMET Licence Advisory
SCOMET classification, dual-use risk, application drafting, end-user certificate, and DGFT licence acquisition for restricted items.
FEMA Trade Compliance
FIRC realisation, BRC, EBRC, write-off applications, FEMA Cir 14 / Cir 9 cases, and AD bank coordination for export realisation.
AEO Certification
AEO-T1 / T2 / T3 (Authorised Economic Operator) certification — fast-track customs clearance, deferred duty, and self-assessment privileges.
IEC Surrender / Reactivation
IEC surrender for closed entities, reactivation of deactivated / blocked IEC, and de-blocking on completion of pending DGFT compliances.
When You Need IEC Registration / Support
First Export / Import Shipment
About to ship the first export consignment or clear the first import — IEC and AD code at the relevant port are mandatory pre-conditions.
Annual KYC Window (Apr–Jun)
The April–June annual update window has opened — mandatory IEC re-confirmation needed even if no change, to prevent automatic deactivation.
IEC Deactivated
IEC has been deactivated due to missed annual update or other DGFT default — reactivation and pending-compliance closure required.
Change of Constitution
Entity has changed name, registered office, partner / director profile, or banking details — IEC modification on DGFT portal is required.
New Port of Export
Beginning to export from a new customs port — AD code registration at that specific port is mandatory before shipping bill filing.
RCMC for FTP Benefit
Looking to claim RoDTEP, drawback, SEIS, or use Advance Authorisation / EPCG — RCMC from the relevant Export Council is a precondition.
Restricted / SCOMET Item
Product falls in restricted / prohibited / SCOMET list — DGFT licence advisory and end-user-certificate work needed before export.
E-Commerce Cross-Border
Setting up Amazon Global / Etsy / Shopify D2C export operations — IEC, AD code per port, RCMC, and courier shipping-bill setup required.
Documents Needed for IEC Registration
Entity & Identity
- PAN of entity
- CoI / partnership deed / LLP-IN
- MOA / AOA / LLP agreement
- Aadhaar of authorised signatory
- PAN of directors / partners
- Photographs (passport size)
- DSC / e-Sign credentials
Address & Banking
- Registered office proof
- Branch address proof
- Utility bill / rent agreement
- Bank cancelled cheque
- Bank certificate
- Authorised dealer details
- Mobile / email for OTP
Operational & Trade
- GST registration
- HS code list of products
- Sector / product nature
- Existing FSSAI / BIS / WPC
- SCOMET applicability note
- Past trade history (if any)
- Export-council preference
Our IEC Registration Engagement Process
1
Eligibility & Diagnostic
Entity-form, product, port, and FTP scheme analysis to confirm IEC scope and linked compliances (RCMC, AD code, BIS, FSSAI).
2
Documentation
PAN, KYC, address, banking, and DSC inputs gathered, validated, and prepared for DGFT portal upload.
3
DGFT Filing (ANF 2A)
Online ANF 2A application on dgft.gov.in, Aadhaar / DSC e-Sign, and fee payment — typically completed in 1–3 working days.
4
Linked Activations
AD code registration at relevant ports, RCMC issuance, ICEGATE customs onboarding, and FTP scheme enrolment.
5
Annual Maintenance
April–June annual IEC update, modification on change events, scheme claims, and DGFT compliance health-check.
Why Choose Us for IEC Registration Services
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DGFT portal specialists
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1–3 day IEC turnaround
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AD code registration pan-India
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RCMC across all councils
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RoDTEP / Drawback claims
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Advance Authorisation & EPCG
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SCOMET licence advisory
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Annual KYC reminder & filing
FAQs on Import Export Code (IEC)
What is Import Export Code (IEC) and who needs it?
IEC is a 10-digit (PAN-based) business identification number issued by the DGFT, mandatory for any person or entity engaged in import or export of goods or services from India. Without IEC, customs clearance and AD-bank trade remittance are not possible.
Is IEC required for export of services?
IEC is required for service exporters claiming benefits under the Foreign Trade Policy (such as SEIS) or where AD bank requires it for FIRC realisation. For pure-services exporters not claiming FTP benefits and where the AD bank does not insist, IEC may not always be mandatory, though it is recommended.
How long does it take to get IEC?
With complete documents and DSC / e-Sign in place, IEC is typically issued in 1–3 working days from submission of ANF 2A on the DGFT portal. The IEC certificate is downloadable from the dgft.gov.in dashboard.
Why must IEC be updated annually?
DGFT mandates annual IEC update / re-confirmation between 1 April and 30 June of every financial year — even if there is no change in details. Failure to update results in automatic deactivation, blocking customs and bank operations.
What is AD Code and why is it needed?
AD Code is a 14-digit code issued by the Authorised Dealer (AD) bank that must be registered at every customs port from where the entity exports. Without AD code registration at a port, shipping bill cannot be filed there.
What is RCMC and is it the same as IEC?
No. RCMC (Registration-cum-Membership Certificate) is issued by Export Promotion Councils (FIEO, EEPC, APEDA, etc.) and is required to claim FTP benefits like RoDTEP, Advance Authorisation, EPCG. IEC is the basic trade identifier; RCMC is the scheme-eligibility document.
Can a deactivated IEC be reactivated?
Yes — by completing the pending annual update / KYC on the DGFT portal and paying any applicable fees, the IEC is reactivated. If deactivation is for other DGFT defaults, those need to be cleared first.
Active IEC. Port-Ready AD Code. RCMC-Backed FTP Benefits.
Partner with our IEC registration specialists for fresh IEC, modification, annual KYC update, AD code, RCMC, RoDTEP / Drawback, Advance Authorisation / EPCG, SCOMET licence, and end-to-end DGFT & customs compliance.
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