Updated on July 19, 2025 10:35:37 AM
Exporters and Importers in India must obtain an Import Export Code to operate their business legally. Having an IEC certificate allows you to sell your product in the international market as a registered Exporter. You are not allowed to import or export goods without IEC code registration. Once the IEC code is issued, an exporter can apply for port registration on the ICEGATE portal with the help of AD Code Registration.
You must know the import export license fees before you apply for IEC Code Registration. This article will cover the Government fees, professional fees, market price and the requirements of IEC registration.
The Import Export Code (IEC) License is a mandatory 10-digit identification number issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), under the Ministry of Commerce, Government of India. Any business or individual looking to engage in cross-border trade of goods or services from India must obtain this license.
The IEC serves as an official authorization for importers and exporters. It is required at multiple stages of international trade — including customs clearance, foreign currency transactions, and to avail government export incentives such as RoDTEP, SEIS, and MEIS. The code is linked to the applicant’s Permanent Account Number (PAN) and can be applied for entirely through an online process.
Previously valid for a lifetime, the IEC license must now be renewed or confirmed annually to comply with the latest DGFT regulations. Without this license, no entity in India is legally permitted to conduct import-export activities.
Government Fee: According to the DGFT's latest notification, The government fee for an IEC code application is ₹500 , which needs to be paid by the applicant entity at the time of application. The payment can be done online via Credit/Debit Cards, UPI or Net banking.
Professional Fees: The professional fees for the Import export code is ₹999 only at Professional Utilities. Professional Fees include:
Market Price: Most of the Import export code agents charge a professional fee of around ₹2000 to ₹3500 on average for IEC code registration, which makes the total cost go upto ₹4000. It is advised to find a suitable service provider by comparing the prices before applying for an importer exporter license.
Total Cost: The total cost of getting an Import Export Code is ₹1499. This means you don't need to pay any extra amount other than that mentioned above. Many online portals and offline agents charge an incredibly high amount in the name of hidden charges and other additional costs. But there are no hidden charges other than government fees and professional fees.
As per the latest Notification of DGFT, an applicant entity can access the DGFT portal by Aadhaar Authentication; hence, DSC is no longer necessary for accessing the portal. The government has taken a significant move to simplify the IEC Code procedure.
The following documents are required for Import Export license registration:
The IEC (Import Export Code) certificate, which was previously valid for a lifetime, must now be updated every year in accordance with the revised Foreign Trade Policy effective from February 12, 2021. Applicants are required to complete the renewal process annually before the expiry of the certificate. While there is an IEC renewal fee involved, it is essential to complete the update on time to avoid deactivation or penalties.
Register your import and export business with Professional Utilities to get your IEC Certificate . You get the free consultations and quick service at lowest Price with us.
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The complications in understanding the process and uploading appropriate documents are very hectic. It takes a lot of time and effort. There is a high chance of rejection at each step of document uploading.
We at Professional Utilities understand that completely. That's why we come forward to help you avoid the hassle and get your Import Export Code registered at the minimum price guaranteed so that you can concentrate on running your business and leave the legal formalities to us.
You can apply for the IEC registration with us in just three simple steps.
Step 1:
Get in touch via call
Step 2:
Submit documents
Step 3:
Your Import export code will be delivered to you.
At Professional Utilities, we leverage our industry knowledge and expertise to help businesses navigate complex regulations, minimize risks, and optimize operations for maximum efficiency and profitability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Documents required for Import Export Code registration in Belagavi are as follows :
DGFT(Directorate General of Foreign Trade) issues and updates the Import Export code.
At professional Utilities, It takes less than 3 days for the complete procedure of obtaining an IEC code.
To become a registered exporter, you need to get an IEC registration. Once you obtain the I importer Exporter code, you are allowed to export goods from India. The code is also valid for importing goods in India.
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