{"id":3789,"date":"2019-03-05T14:17:58","date_gmt":"2019-03-05T14:17:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/?p=3789"},"modified":"2021-04-08T17:43:04","modified_gmt":"2021-04-08T12:13:04","slug":"procedure-for-getting-an-online-iec-license","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/procedure-for-getting-an-online-iec-license\/","title":{"rendered":"Procedure for Getting A Online IEC Code License"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">Nowadays, everybody wishes to expand the business globally and generate as much revenue as possible. Undoubtedly, the business world has become quite competitive and hence, the idea of starting the business is quite impressive. But one must ensure that the person holds the required IEC Code, before actually going global. One can easily get IEC Code online. Without Import Export Code (IEC) license, one won&#8217;t be able to conduct the business outside the country. If any person is found conducting such businesses without this specific license, the person will be subject to a hefty penalty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, if you&#8217;re thinking to expand your business outside the country, then get the Import Export Code (IEC) license as soon as possible. You can contact Swarit Advisors, one of the best consultants in the market known for providing the Online Import Export Code license at quite a nominal price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s begin with the significance of IEC License and the body responsible for the issuance of the license.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a54bf31ca721\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/procedure-for-getting-an-online-iec-license\/#Mandatory_Conditions_for_obtaining_IEC_License\" title=\"Mandatory Conditions for obtaining IEC License\">Mandatory Conditions for obtaining IEC License<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/procedure-for-getting-an-online-iec-license\/#Documents_Required_for_IEC_License\" title=\"Documents Required for IEC License\">Documents Required for IEC License<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/procedure-for-getting-an-online-iec-license\/#Procedure_for_Online_IEC_License\" title=\"Procedure for Online IEC License\">Procedure for Online IEC License<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/procedure-for-getting-an-online-iec-license\/#Go_to_DGFT_website\" title=\"Go to DGFT website\">Go to DGFT website<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/procedure-for-getting-an-online-iec-license\/#Enter_your_PAN_Permanent_Account_Number\" title=\"Enter your PAN (Permanent Account Number)\">Enter your PAN (Permanent Account Number)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/procedure-for-getting-an-online-iec-license\/#Enter_Details_for_PAN_Verification\" title=\"Enter Details for PAN Verification\">Enter Details for PAN Verification<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/procedure-for-getting-an-online-iec-license\/#Status_of_PAN_Verification\" title=\"Status of PAN Verification\">Status of PAN Verification<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/procedure-for-getting-an-online-iec-license\/#Login_for_Fresh_IEC_Application\" title=\"Login for Fresh IEC Application\">Login for Fresh IEC Application<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/procedure-for-getting-an-online-iec-license\/#Enter_the_OTP\" title=\"Enter the OTP\">Enter the OTP<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/procedure-for-getting-an-online-iec-license\/#E-commerce_Number_generated_Update_Master_Data\" title=\"E-commerce Number generated, Update Master Data\">E-commerce Number generated, Update Master Data<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/procedure-for-getting-an-online-iec-license\/#Update_Branch_Details\" title=\"Update Branch Details\">Update Branch Details<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/procedure-for-getting-an-online-iec-license\/#Update_the_Details_of_DirectorProprietorPartnerKartaManaging_Trustee\" title=\"Update the Details of Director\/Proprietor\/Partner\/Karta\/Managing Trustee\">Update the Details of Director\/Proprietor\/Partner\/Karta\/Managing Trustee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/procedure-for-getting-an-online-iec-license\/#Upload_Documents_for_getting_A_IEC_License\" title=\"Upload Documents for getting A IEC License\">Upload Documents for getting A IEC License<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/procedure-for-getting-an-online-iec-license\/#Fee_Payment_and_Fee_Verification\" title=\"Fee Payment and Fee Verification\">Fee Payment and Fee Verification<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/procedure-for-getting-an-online-iec-license\/#Preview_and_Print_Application\" title=\"Preview and Print Application\">Preview and Print Application<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/procedure-for-getting-an-online-iec-license\/#Final_Submission_of_the_Application\" title=\"Final Submission of the Application\">Final Submission of the Application<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/procedure-for-getting-an-online-iec-license\/#Benefits_of_Import_Export_Code_License\" title=\"Benefits of Import Export Code License\">Benefits of Import Export Code License<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/procedure-for-getting-an-online-iec-license\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Online_IEC_Code_Registration_India\"><\/span> <strong>Online<\/strong> <strong>IEC Code Registration India<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/iec-registration\" class=\"text-primary\"><strong>IEC Registration<\/strong><\/a> is a process in which the applicant is provided with ten-digit code essential for every importer and exporter merchants for carrying on the business of import and export. IEC is generally issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT). IEC license has lifetime validity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you wish to apply for IEC License online, then you can do it with ease. For your comfort, we have discussed the steps of IEC License online later in this article. But let&#8217;s first find out the situations where you require the code mandatorily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mandatory_Conditions_for_obtaining_IEC_License\"><\/span><strong>Mandatory Conditions for obtaining IEC <\/strong>License<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are into any of the below-described situations, or if you deal in import-export activities, then you should acquire the IEC code mandatorily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Mandatory situations for IEC code are as follows:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Bank will ask for IEC license in case you are an importer and you&#8217;re sending money abroad through banks;<\/li><li>Being an importer, if you are clearing your shipments from the customs, then the customs authorities demand the IEC License;<\/li><li>In case you are an exporter and you receive money in the foreign currency that too directly into your bank account, then the bank will ask you for Import Export Code;<\/li><li>When an exporter is sending his shipments, then the customs port need the license.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Documents_Required_for_IEC_License\"><\/span><strong>Documents Required for IEC License<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Before you start the registration process for iec, you must keep the following documents ready:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>PAN card of Company or Individual or Firm;<\/li><li>Passport sized photograph of Director, Partner, etc;<\/li><li>Copy of Voter ID or <strong>Aadhaar Card<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Aadhaar\">[1]<\/a>  or Passport;<\/li><li>Rent agreement or Electricity Bill of the premise;<\/li><li>NOC (No-objection Certificate) from the landlord in case of rented property;<\/li><li>In case you&#8217;re the property owner, provide property papers;<\/li><li>In case of Partnership, Authorization letter;<\/li><li>A cancelled cheque of the current bank account of an individual or company or firm;<\/li><li>Partnership deed, in case of Partnership;<\/li><li>Self-declaration or board resolution, in case of a private or public limited company;<\/li><li>Other documents as requested.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Procedure_for_Online_IEC_License\"><\/span>Procedure for Online <strong>IEC License<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The IEC registration online process is pretty easy. You just need to follow the steps as described below. However, we recommend you to contact a consultant for the registration process to avoid any error. The steps for getting online IEC Code process are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Go_to_DGFT_website\"><\/span>Go to DGFT website<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Go to DGFT (Directorate General of Foreign Trade) website.<strong> <\/strong>There&#8217;s an option for &#8216;Quick Links&#8217; at the left side of the page. In this section, you need to click on the option &#8216;Apply for New Import Export Code (IEC)\/Modify existing IEC.&#8217;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/iec-registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"499\" src=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Directorate-General-of-Foreign-Trade-1024x499.png\" alt=\"DGFT website\" class=\"wp-image-3803\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Directorate-General-of-Foreign-Trade-1024x499.png 1024w, https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Directorate-General-of-Foreign-Trade-300x146.png 300w, https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Directorate-General-of-Foreign-Trade-768x375.png 768w, https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Directorate-General-of-Foreign-Trade.png 1335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enter_your_PAN_Permanent_Account_Number\"><\/span>Enter your PAN (Permanent Account Number)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you&#8217;re done with the above step, you will be directed to the next page. In this page, you will be asked to enter your PAN. Then, click on the &#8216;Search&#8217; option. In case, you have entered the incorrect PAN, click on &#8216;Reset&#8217; button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/iec-registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"263\" src=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Enter-your-PAN-1024x263.png\" alt=\"Enter your PAN (Permanent Account Number)\" class=\"wp-image-3805\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Enter-your-PAN-1024x263.png 1024w, https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Enter-your-PAN-300x77.png 300w, https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Enter-your-PAN-768x197.png 768w, https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Enter-your-PAN.png 1063w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enter_Details_for_PAN_Verification\"><\/span>Enter Details for PAN Verification<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Again you will be directed to a page where you need to enter the following details:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Name (as in PAN);<\/li><li>Date of Birth\/Incorporation;<\/li><li>Captcha Code.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have entered the details correctly, click on Submit. Any wrong detail on the PAN served site will lead to authentication failure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/iec-registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"853\" height=\"521\" src=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Enter-details-for-PAN-verification.png\" alt=\"Enter Details for PAN Verification\" class=\"wp-image-3806\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Enter-details-for-PAN-verification.png 853w, https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Enter-details-for-PAN-verification-300x183.png 300w, https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Enter-details-for-PAN-verification-768x469.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 853px) 100vw, 853px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Status_of_PAN_Verification\"><\/span>Status of PAN Verification<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If the details are valid,&nbsp; a message will be displayed on the screen saying stating that your PAN has been verified. The next step is to click on &#8216;Proceed.&#8217;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Login_for_Fresh_IEC_Application\"><\/span>Login for Fresh IEC Application<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For fresh IEC application, you need to provide your email address and mobile number. On the right-hand side, you have to enter the Captcha code and then click on &#8216;Generate OTP.&#8217;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/iec-registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"808\" height=\"416\" src=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Onine-fresh-IEC-application.png\" alt=\"Fresh IEC Application\" class=\"wp-image-3809\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Onine-fresh-IEC-application.png 808w, https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Onine-fresh-IEC-application-300x154.png 300w, https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Onine-fresh-IEC-application-768x395.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 808px) 100vw, 808px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enter_the_OTP\"><\/span>Enter the OTP<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>An OTP will be sent to your email address as well as your mobile number. Enter the OTP and click on Submit. In case, you haven&#8217;t received any OTP, click on &#8216;Regenerate OTP.&#8217;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"E-commerce_Number_generated_Update_Master_Data\"><\/span>E-commerce Number generated, Update Master Data<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Once you click the Submit button after entering OTP, you will find a 20 digit E-commerce number on the screen. On the right side of the screen, you are required to enter the following details:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Entity Name;<\/li><li>Entity Address;<\/li><li>City;<\/li><li>State, District, PIN code,<\/li><li>Mobile number and email address, as provided earlier;<\/li><li>Name on PAN card, PAN, Date of Incorporation;<\/li><li>Nature of Concern such as Proprietorship, LLP, Private Limited, Public Limited, Govt. Undertaking, etc;<\/li><li>Preferred activity such as Merchant Exporter, Manufacturer Exporter, Service provider, etc;<\/li><li>Bank account no., Account holder name, etc;<\/li><li>Applicant details and more.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have filled all the details in the required space, click on &#8216;Update and Save.&#8217;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/iec-registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"489\" src=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IEC6-1024x489.png\" alt=\"filled all the details in the required space\" class=\"wp-image-3794\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IEC6-1024x489.png 1024w, https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IEC6-300x143.png 300w, https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IEC6-768x367.png 768w, https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IEC6.png 1326w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Update_Branch_Details\"><\/span>Update Branch Details<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>On clicking Update and Save, you will be directed to a new page. Here, you have to fill the Branch Detail of the Firm. The information to be filled are:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Branch SI. No;<\/li><li>Address of the Branch along with the city, state, and district;<\/li><li>6 digit PIN.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, click on Add Button and you will be directed to another page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Update_the_Details_of_DirectorProprietorPartnerKartaManaging_Trustee\"><\/span>Update the Details of Director\/Proprietor\/Partner\/Karta\/Managing Trustee<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>In this page, you have to provide the details of Directors, partners, etc. The required details are as follows:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Director SI. No;<\/li><li>DIN (Director Identification Number);<\/li><li>Name, PAN, Date of Birth, etc.;<\/li><li>Address;<\/li><li>Mobile Number;<\/li><li>Aadhaar Card Number and other information as asked.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Again, click on &#8216;ADD.&#8217;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Upload_Documents_for_getting_A_IEC_License\"><\/span><strong>Upload Documents<\/strong> for getting A IEC License<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, you will land on the page where you are supposed to upload documents such as Address proof and Cancelled cheque or Bank certificate. The document to upload should be either in PDF format or in the form of GIF. Then, click on Upload File.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Note:<\/strong> Size of the document must not exceed 5MB. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>In address proof, you can use the following documents:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Sale Deed;<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/residential-rental-agreement\" class=\"text-primary\"><strong>Rent Agreement<\/strong><\/a>;<\/li><li>Lease Deed;<\/li><li>Mobile Post-paid bill;<\/li><li>MOU (Memorandum of Understanding);<\/li><li>Electricity Bill;<\/li><li>Telephone Landline bill;<\/li><li>Partnership Deed.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Other acceptable documents are Passport, Voter ID, and Aadhaar Card but only for Proprietorship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also note that, in case, the name of the applicant firm isn&#8217;t present in the address proof, then the applicant must submit a NOC (No-Objection Certificate) in favour of the firm along with address proof in a PDF format. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fee_Payment_and_Fee_Verification\"><\/span>Fee Payment and Fee Verification<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After you have uploaded the document, you need to pay the required Fee. Once you have submitted the fees, verify it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Preview_and_Print_Application\"><\/span>Preview and Print Application<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before proceeding to the final submission of the application, you need to preview the entire details you have filled. After you have verified it and found it correct, click on Print Application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Submission_of_the_Application\"><\/span>Final Submission of the Application<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, you would be able to submit the application by clicking on Submit. You can submit the application either using <strong>Digital Signature<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Digital_signature\">[2]<\/a>   or without Digital Signature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After submission, you can check the status of the application by entering your PAN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Import_Export_Code_License\"><\/span><strong>Benefits of Import Export Code License<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>There are numerous benefits one can avail through obtaining IEC license. Some of them are as follows:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Several advantages from the DGFT, Customs Authorities, Export Promotion Council, etc. on obtaining Import Export License;<\/li><li>The registration process is quite simple, and there&#8217;s no need for providing any proof of export for IEC code license;<\/li><li>The license has a lifetime validity. It means once you have obtained the license, you don&#8217;t need to renew it again.<\/li><li>One of the most significant advantages of this license is that there&#8217;s no requirement of filing any returns, unlike other registrations. Even if you are doing transactions for export, you don&#8217;t need to file any return with the DGFT.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is quite evident that if anybody intends to run the business globally, then he\/she must acquire the Import Export Code from the DGFT. Without IEC code License, one cannot carry on the business of import and export in any circumstance. In fact, people can now obtain IEC code license online. From the above-described steps, we can conclude that obtaining certification for IEC is not that hard. Talking about its benefits, we can say that there&#8217;s no headache of filing any returns, the process is pretty easy, no renewal is required, etc. Therefore, if you&#8217;re an import or export merchant, you should definitely get the IEC code sooner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-left\"><b>Read, Also<\/b>:<mark style=\"background: #fffd03 !important;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/swaritadvisors.com\/learning\/how-to-apply-for-new-import-export-code-iec\/\">How to Apply For New Import Export Code Registration<\/a><\/mark><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nowadays, everybody wishes to expand the business globally and generate as much revenue as possible. Undoubtedly, the business world has become quite competitive and hence, the idea of starting the business is quite impressive. But one must ensure that the person holds the required IEC Code, before actually going global. 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