Import Export (IE) Code is a registration required for persons importing or exporting goods and services from India. IE Code is issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Ministry of Commerce and Industries, Government of India. IE Codes when issued can be used by the entity throughout its existence and doesnot requires any renewal or filing. Therefore, it is recommended for most organizations to obtain IE Code, irrespective of if they need it at the moment.

IE Code application must be made to the Directorate General of Foreign Trade along with the necessary supporting documents. Once, the application is submitted, DGFT will issue the IE Code for the entity in 5 -10 working days or less.

Documents Required

In case of fresh e-IEC

• Digital Photograph (3x3cms) of the Signatory Applicant
• Copy of PAN card
• Bank Certificate (Format Click Here) or cancelled bearing the applicant entities name
• Digital signature required

In case of Modification of IEC

1. Proprietorship
   • Digital Photograph (3x3cms) of the Proprietor
   • Copy of PAN card of the Proprietor.
   • Copy of Passport (first & last page)/Voter's I-Card/ Driving Licence/UID (Aadhar card) (any one of these).
   • Sale deed in case business premise is self-owned; or Rental/Lease Agreement, in case office is rented/ leased or latest electricity /telephone bill.
   • Bank Certificate as per ANF 2A(I)/ Cancelled Cheque bearing pre-printed name of applicant and A/C No.
2. Partnership firm
   • Digital Photograph (3x3cms) of the Managing Partner.
   • Copy of PAN card of the applicant entity
   • Copy of Passport (first & last page)/Voter's I-Card /UID (Aadhar Card) /Driving Licence/PAN (any one of these) of the Managing Partner signing the application.
   • Copy of Partnership Deed.
   • Sale deed in case business premise is self-owned; or Rental/Lease Agreement, in case office is rented/ leased; or latest electricity /telephone bill.
   • Bank Certificate as per ANF 2A (I)/Cancelled Cheque bearing pre-printed name of the applicant entity and A/C No.
3. LLP firm/PVT Ltd Company/Public Limited Company
   • Digital Photograph (3x3cms) of the Designated Partner/Director of the Company signing the application
   • Copy of PAN card of the applicant entity.
   • Copy of Passport (first & last page)/Voter's I-Card /UID (Aadhar Card) /Driving Licence/ PAN (any one of these) of the Managing Partner/Director signing the application.
   • Certificate of incorporation as issued by the RoC
   • Sale deed in case business premise is self-owned; or Rental/Lease Agreement, in case office is rented/ leased; or latest electricity /telephone bill.
   • Bank Certificate as per ANF 2 A(I)/Cancelled Cheque bearing pre-printed name of the company and A/C No
4. Trust/Society
   • Digital Photograph (3x3cms) of the signatory applicant/Secretary or Chief Executive.
   • Copy of PAN card of the applicant entity.
   • Copy of Passport (first & last page)/Voter's I-Card /UID (Aadhar Card) /Driving Licence/ PAN (any one of these) of the Secretary or Chief Executive/ Managing Trustee signing the application.
   • Sale deed in case business premise is self-owned; or Rental/Lease Agreement, in case office is rented/ leased; or latest electricity /telephone bill.
   • Registration Certificate of the Society / Copy of the Trust Deed
   • Bank Certificate as per ANF 2A(I)/Cancelled Cheque bearing pre-printed name of the Registered Society or Trust and A/C No
5. HUF
   • Digital Photograph (3x3cms) of the Karta.
   • Copy of PAN card of the applicant entity.
   • Copy of PAN card of the Karta.
   • Copy of Passport (first & last page)/Voter's I-Card/ UID (Aadhar card)/ Driving Licence (any one of these) of the Karta.
   • Sale deed in case business premise is self-owned or Rental/Lease Agreement, in case office is rented/ leased or latest electricity /telephone bill.
   • Bank Certificate as per ANF 2A(I)/ Cancelled Cheque bearing pre-printed name of applicant and A/C No