### Import Export Code (IEC) Registration in India
**Overview:**
The Import Export Code (IEC) is a mandatory registration for individuals and businesses involved in the import and export of goods and services in India. Issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Ministry of Commerce and Industries, this code is essential for conducting international trade. Once issued, the IE Code is valid for the lifetime of the entity and does not require renewal.
**IEC Code Registration Process:**
**1. Application Preparation:**
– **Documentation:** Collect all necessary documents as listed below.
– **Form Completion:** Our team of tax experts will prepare the IE Code application in the prescribed format and ensure that all required documents are correctly included.
– **Signature:** Obtain signatures from authorized representatives of the business.
**2. Application Processing:**
– **Submission:** Submit the completed application along with supporting documents to the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT).
– **Verification:** DGFT will review and verify the application and documents.
**3. IEC Code Allotment:**
– **Issuance:** Once verified, DGFT will issue the IEC Code, typically within 15-20 working days.
**Documents Required for IEC Registration:**
**For Proprietorship Concern:**
– PAN Card (Xerox Copy)
– PAN Card Covering Letter (Xerox Copy)
– 4 Passport Size Photos
– Name & Address of the Proprietor
– Telephone Number with Email ID
– Banker Certificate on Bank Letterhead
– Bank Account Details
– Attestation on Application on Photo
**For Partnership Firm Concern:**
– PAN Card (Xerox Copy of Firm Name)
– PAN Card Covering Letter (Xerox Copy)
– Partnership Deed (Xerox Copy)
– 4 Passport Size Photos (Each Partner)
– Name & Address of Each Partner
– Telephone Number with Email ID
– Banker Certificate on Bank Letterhead
– Bank Account Details
– Attestation on Application on Photo
**For Private Limited Company Concern:**
– PAN Card (Xerox Copy of Company Name)
– PAN Card Covering Letter (Xerox Copy)
– Memorandum of Association (MOA) & Articles of Association (AOA) (Xerox Copy)
– Certificate of Incorporation
– 4 Passport Size Photos
– Name & Address of the Company
– Telephone Number with Email ID
– Banker Certificate on Bank Letterhead
– Bank Account Details
– Board Resolution
**Steps for IEC Code Registration:**
1. **Document Collection:** Gather all required documents based on the type of business entity.
2. **Application Preparation:** Complete the IEC application with the help of a tax expert.
3. **Submission:** Submit the application to DGFT.
4. **Processing Time:** Wait for 15-20 working days for processing and issuance of the IEC Code.
**Note:** Our team can assist with the preparation and submission of your IE Code application, ensuring compliance with all requirements and expediting the process.