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DGFT Annual IEC Update: Repeated Compliance Burden on One Million Exporters

DGFT : The article argues that DGFT’s annual IEC updation forces exporters to repeatedly submit data already available with government ...

May 11, 2026 3324 Views 0 comment Print

Want to Start Import-Export? Here’s What Most People Don’t Realize at First

DGFT : Learn the critical legal steps for starting an export business in India, including IEC code, ICEGATE registration, and other neces...

July 8, 2025 1440 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT’s Annual IEC Updation: A Burden on Exporters

DGFT : India's exporters face mandatory annual IEC updates from DGFT, even with no changes. This practice burdens businesses and raises c...

June 28, 2025 1722 Views 0 comment Print

Registration Procedure for Obtaining IEC Code

DGFT : Learn the step-by-step procedure for obtaining an IEC code for import/export in India, including necessary documents and registrat...

August 5, 2024 3558 Views 0 comment Print

IEC CODE: Way to Start International Trade

Excise Duty : Unlock global trade success with the IEC code. Learn its legal significance, role in customs clearance, financial transactions, an...

January 16, 2024 1209 Views 3 comments Print


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DGFT allots IEC in 73 to 977 Years in advance

DGFT : Only one Importer Exporter Code (IEC) is allowed against a single Permanent Account Number (PAN) issued by Department of Income Ta...

May 19, 2015 2088 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


DGFT cannot Blacklist Importer Without Notice: Delhi HC

DGFT : The Delhi High Court set aside DGFT’s communication placing an importer in the “Denied Entity List” after finding violation ...

May 28, 2026 585 Views 0 comment Print

Section 108 Customs Act Statements Admissible in Court: CESTAT

Custom Duty : Explore the CESTAT Delhi order on the admissibility of Section 108 statements under the Customs Act, revealing violations and pena...

April 19, 2024 1632 Views 0 comment Print

HC Quashes Order as SCN was delivered at old address despite intimation of new address

Custom Duty : Mahaveer NX challenges a customs order citing address discrepancy & lack of hearing. Madras HC sets it aside, directing issuance o...

April 11, 2024 897 Views 0 comment Print

SEIS benefits cannot be denied for not having IEC registration at the time of export

DGFT : Smarte Solutions Pvt. Ltd. Vs Union of India (Bombay High Court) The Hon’ble High Court, Bombay in the matter of M/s Smarte Solu...

August 4, 2022 7644 Views 0 comment Print

Customs Broker cannot use IEC of others without their knowledge for import by his client

Custom Duty : Falcon India (Customs Broker) Vs Commissioner of Customs (CESTAT Delhi) Regulation 10 (n) of CBLR 2018 (read with erstwhile Regula...

March 28, 2022 3024 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


Interest Equalization Scheme: Rs. 2.50 Cr per IEC cap for Quarter ending on 30.06.2024

DGFT : Stay updated on the recent amendments to Indias Interest Equalization Scheme, their implications, and the extended deadline till 3...

March 20, 2024 978 Views 0 comment Print

Separate registration in respect of First time import & export at JNCH

Custom Duty : Once registration is completed by an IEC holder for, first time import, Customs Officers will not insist upon registration for exp...

March 29, 2023 5529 Views 0 comment Print

Third phase of deactivation of IECs not updated at DGFT initiated

DGFT : All IECs which have not been updated after 01.07.2020 shall be de-activated with effect from 01.02.2022. The list of such IECs may...

January 14, 2022 16917 Views 0 comment Print

Automatic re-activation of IEC without manual intervention

DGFT : IEC de-activated, would have the opportunity for automatic re-activation without any manual intervention or any visits to the DGFT...

November 19, 2021 8466 Views 0 comment Print

Extension in period of modification of IEC till 31.08.2021

DGFT : Period of modification of IEC is extended for the year 2021-22 only till 31.08.2021, and no fee shall be charged on modifications ...

August 9, 2021 1980 Views 0 comment Print


Made in India: Top 10 export products from India

April 19, 2022 285387 Views 2 comments Print

In continuation of the double-digit export growth seen in February 2017, March 2017 saw significant growth at USD 29.232.05 million, compared to USD 22,911.74 million during March 2016. For the period April to March 2016-17, the cumulative export value was USD 2,74,645.10 millions (Rs 18,41.314.39 crore), compared with USD 2,62,290.11million (Rs 17,16.377.99 crore). This represents […]

Annual updation/modification of IEC is now mandatory

April 13, 2022 93897 Views 5 comments Print

IEC(Import Export Code) is a mandatory identification document for carrying out any import/export activity in the Country. A business cannot make any import/export supply until and unless IEC has been obtained except under expressly provided exemptions. Earlier after making an application for IEC, a separate identification number used to be issued by the department. But […]

How to Surrender an Import and Export Code?

April 7, 2022 10560 Views 1 comment Print

How to Surrender an Import and Export Code? HOW TO SURRENDER AN IMPORT-EXPORT CODE LICENSE? In a rapidly changing world, the potential for export and import of services and goods has increased. No matter if you’re a partnership or a corporation it is possible of profiting from the sale of your top products abroad. The outbreak has forced […]

Documents required for IEC (Import Export Code) Registration

April 7, 2022 52635 Views 0 comment Print

For IEC Code Registration, the  following documents are required: -Individual’s or Firm’s or Company’s copy of PAN Card. -Individual’s voter id or Aadhar card or passport copy. -Individuals or companies or firms cancel cheque copies of current bank accounts. -Copy of Rent Agreement or Electricity Bill Copy of the premise. -A self-addressed envelope for delivery […]

Customs Broker cannot use IEC of others without their knowledge for import by his client

March 28, 2022 3024 Views 0 comment Print

Falcon India (Customs Broker) Vs Commissioner of Customs (CESTAT Delhi) Regulation 10 (n) of CBLR 2018 (read with erstwhile Regulation 11(n) of CBLR, 2013) requires the Customs Broker to verify correctness of Importer Exporter Code (IEC) number, Goods and Services Tax Identification Number (GSTIN),identity of his client and functioning of his client at the declared […]

Importer-Exporter Code (IEC Code)

March 15, 2022 8172 Views 0 comment Print

IMPORTER-EXPORTER CODE In today’s era, every business wants to expand their market globally to sustain in prevailing market competition. In order to expand their business beyond the domestic market, such businesses need to obtain Importer-Exporter License which is to be issued by Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT). Importer-Exporter Code is a 10 digit key […]

Third phase of deactivation of IECs not updated at DGFT initiated

January 14, 2022 16917 Views 0 comment Print

All IECs which have not been updated after 01.07.2020 shall be de-activated with effect from 01.02.2022. The list of such IECs may be seen at the given link (https://www.dgft.gov.in/CP/?opt=IECDL) . The concerned IEC holders are provided an opportunity to update their IEC in this interim period till 31.01.2022, failing which the given IECs shall be de-activated from 01.02.2022.

Permanent IEC can be used for import of goods for personal use not connected with manufacture or agriculture

November 28, 2021 3777 Views 0 comment Print

The order of confiscation with an option for redemption fine and penalty for importer not having Importer Exporter Code (IEC) number is invalid as there is no violation of procedure under Foreign Trade Policy if goods imported for personal use against Bill of Entry without having IEC.

Automatic re-activation of IEC without manual intervention

November 19, 2021 8466 Views 0 comment Print

IEC de-activated, would have the opportunity for automatic re-activation without any manual intervention or any visits to the DGFT RA.

Import Export In India- IEC, Tax & Licenses Registration

November 17, 2021 4518 Views 1 comment Print

You will be very surprised to know that India is the 14th largest exporter of goods and services in the world. According to a recent report by the HSBC. India will be among the top 5 exporters by 2030. In last few years the Government of India is aggressively promoting the initiative of “Make in […]

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