The Import Export Code (IEC) is a 10-digit identification number issued by the Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), required for any business involved in importing or exporting goods and services from India. Without an IEC, you cannot legally conduct international trade.
At SKNV and Associates, we help Hyderabad-based businesses, startups, and traders obtain their IEC quickly and hassle-free.
Exporters of goods or services
Importers of raw materials, machinery, or finished goods
Amazon, Flipkart, or eBay sellers doing international shipping
Freelancers and service providers receiving payment from abroad
MSMEs expanding into global markets
Even a proprietor or freelancer can apply for IEC using their name and PAN.
PAN card of individual or business
Aadhaar or passport of the applicant
Business address proof (utility bill or rent agreement)
Cancelled cheque or bank certificate
Entity proof (GST certificate, partnership deed, or company incorporation certificate)
Online application on DGFT portal
Upload documents and digital signature (DSC)
Pay government fee
Receive IEC within 2–3 working days
There is no need for renewal—IEC is valid for a lifetime, but annual online updates are now mandatory.
Without IEC, customs clearance is not possible
International payments may get blocked
Penalties may apply for unregistered exports/imports
IEC is also required for availing export incentives under schemes like MEIS, SEIS, and RoDTEP.
