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Amit Modi & Co.

Trade & Cross-Border

Import & Export Licence and Compliances

Assistance with obtaining import and export licences and meeting compliance requirements.

An exporter checking a consignment against shipping documents before filing

What is an Importer Exporter Code (IEC)?

An Importer Exporter Code (IEC) is a mandatory ten-digit business identification number issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT). It is legally required for any commercial entity in India to import goods, export products, clear customs, or receive benefits under the Foreign Trade Policy.

Who needs this

  • Manufacturers expanding their sales to international markets
  • Traders importing commercial goods for domestic resale
  • Service providers exporting software or consultancy services
  • Businesses seeking benefits under government export schemes

What's included

  • Preparation of required KYC and bank documentation
  • Filing of the IEC application on the DGFT portal
  • Coordination for digital signature and fee payment
  • Issuance of the final electronic IEC certificate
  • Guidance on linking the IEC with ICEGATE for customs clearance

Documents required

Required Documents

7 items required

Pricing

Government fee

On requestAsk us

Paid directly to the department — we never mark this up.

Professional fee

On requestAsk us

Our fee for preparing and filing the application.

Risk of inaction

Penalties and the cost of delay

Attempting to import or export commercial goods without a valid IEC results in the immediate confiscation of the shipment by customs authorities.

Foreign Trade (Development and Regulation) Act

The ask

Do not wait for the deadline.

Let us review your compliance position today. One conversation, and your obligations are mapped, filed, and defended.

We respond within one business day.