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IEC guides

The Import Export Code (IEC) is the 10-digit registration from the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) that every business needs to legally import into or export from India.

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These guides cover the questions importers and exporters actually face - how to apply, activate a deactivated IEC, complete the mandatory annual update, check your status, and understand fees and documents. JPARKS INDIA handles end-to-end IEC work as part of our EXIM compliance practice, so you can get the code issued, renewed or reactivated without the back-and-forth with the portal. Need help with your IEC? Talk to our team.

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How to activate your IEC code.

How to activate IEC code after you receive it: why a new code alone is not enough to trade, and the simple steps to go live with ICEGATE and AD Code.

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How to reactivate your IEC.

How to reactivate your IEC once it is deactivated: the DGFT steps, how fast it comes back, and the difference between a deactivated and suspended code.

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How to make your IEC update fee payment.

IEC update fee payment made simple: how to pay the Rs. 200 on Bharatkosh, what to do if a payment fails but money is debited, and how to get a refund.

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How Many Days Does It Take to Get IEC Code?

How many days to get IEC code? Most applicants receive their IEC within 1 to 2 working days. Know the exact timeline, common delays, and how to get it faster.

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Is GST compulsory for IEC?

Is GST compulsory for IEC? No. Learn exactly when you need GST, how to link GSTIN, and how to get your Import Export Code using only PAN.

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