Import Export Code (IEC)
NARESH POKALA & COMPANY · Hyderabad
Import Export Code (IEC) Registration in Hyderabad
An Import Export Code (IEC) is a 10-digit code issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT). Every business that imports or exports goods or services from India needs an IEC, except in a few exempted cases. Banks need it to process foreign trade payments, and customs needs it to clear shipments. Naresh Pokala & Company handles IEC registration online for businesses across Hyderabad and India.
Who Needs an IEC?
- Exporters and importers of goods
- Exporters of services such as IT, consulting and design, who want to claim export benefits
- E-commerce sellers shipping internationally
- Proprietors, partnership firms, LLPs and companies alike
Documents Required
- PAN of the business (or of the proprietor)
- Aadhaar of the proprietor, partner or director
- Business address proof
- Bank details: cancelled cheque or bank certificate in the business name
- Mobile number and email linked to the applicant
Our IEC Services
- New IEC application on the DGFT portal
- Annual IEC updation
- Modification of IEC details
- GST LUT filing for exports without payment of IGST
- Guidance on export documentation and GST on exports and imports
Important: Annual Update
The DGFT requires every IEC holder to update or confirm their IEC details online every year between April and June, even if nothing has changed. An IEC that is not updated can be deactivated. We can track this for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is an IEC valid?
An IEC has lifetime validity, provided it is updated every year.
Do I need GST registration to get an IEC?
No, an IEC can be obtained with PAN, but most exporters also register for GST to claim refunds and file an LUT.
Start Exporting Today
Talk to Naresh Pokala & Company, Chartered Accountants, LB Nagar, Hyderabad. WhatsApp us on 73068 10570.