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Import Export Code Registration: Documents & Checklist You'll Need

27 July 2026 by
Import Export Code Registration: Documents & Checklist You'll Need
Gaurav Kumar

Before starting with Import Export Code Registration — the registration required for any business or individual engaging in import or export of goods and services — it helps to have everything ready in advance. Here's the checklist relevant to businesses planning to import or export, regardless of scale.

The Checklist

PAN of the business or individual

Bank account details and a cancelled cheque

Proof of business address

Digital Signature Certificate for online application

Details of the business constitution (proprietorship, company, etc.)

Mobile number and email for application communication

Why Preparation Matters

Missing or incomplete documentation is one of the most common reasons applications get delayed with the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT). Having this list ready before you begin can meaningfully speed up the process.

Once You Have Everything Ready

  1. Compile business and bank details for the application
  2. Apply for IEC through the DGFT portal
  3. Complete any verification steps required
  4. Receive the IEC certificate for use in trade transactions

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Import Export Code Registration: Step-by-Step Process Explained