IE Code registration is mandatory for persons who are exporting or importing goods from India. It is issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) .

All entities engaged in Import and Export of goods require the 10 digit Import Export Code. IE code has not to be renewed, it has lifetime validity.

Exporters can’t enjoy any benefit of exports from DGFT, customs, Export Promotion Council and Importers are not allowed to proceed, without IE code.

It is mandatory to mention IE Code in the following instances

  • When importers clear customs when their goods arrive in India
  • When exporters export goods from India
  • When traders make a payment transfer to a foreign bank account

Documents Requirements:

  • A scanned or digital copy of valid Permanent Account Number (PAN).
  • Image file should consist of both side of PAN.
  • Scanned or digital photograph of applicant.
  • Scanned copy of Bank Certificate.
  • Scanned copy of PAN , applicant Photograph , Bank Certificate should in gif format.
  • Exporters are advised to used the compressed version of gif formats.
  • Other mandatory documents