Update IEC after due date is allowed on the DGFT portal even if you have missed the June 30 deadline. Your code is deactivated, not cancelled permanently.
Yes, you can update your IEC after the due date. The DGFT portal does not shut the door on late filers. But the moment you miss the June 30 deadline, your IEC status changes to “Deactivated” and every import or export activity tied to that code stops cold.
This page covers exactly what happens when you miss the IEC update last date, what the reactivation process looks like, how long it takes, and what it costs. If your IEC is already deactivated, scroll straight to the step-by-step process below.
Every IEC holder in India is required to update or confirm their Importer Exporter Code details on the DGFT portal once every year. The mandatory IEC update date window runs from April 1 to June 30 for the corresponding financial year. This applies to every IEC holder without exception, whether or not you made a single import or export transaction during the year.
The IEC due date is June 30th of every year. Miss it, and the DGFT system automatically deactivates your code the very next day.
Annual IEC confirmation has been mandatory since 2021 under DGFT Notification No. 58/2015-2020.It was introduced to ensure business details on record stay current and the IEC database remains accurate.
Here is what changes the moment your IEC crosses the June 30 deadline without an update:
Your IEC status flips to “Deactivated.” This is not a warning or a grace period. It is an automatic system action by DGFT. From that point forward, your IEC code cannot be used for any trade-related purpose.
Specifically, a deactivated IEC means:
There is no government-imposed monetary penalty or late fee in the traditional sense. But the cost of a deactivated IEC in terms of stuck shipments, frozen payments, and missed orders can far exceed any fine.
Absolutely. A deactivated IEC is not a cancelled or revoked IEC. The DGFT allows you to complete the overdue annual update through the same portal process, and your IEC gets reactivated once the update is successfully submitted and processed.
There is no separate “reactivation application.” You simply complete the pending annual update on the DGFT portal, and the system restores your IEC status to active.
One important detail on fees:
The annual IEC update is free of charge when done within the April to June window with no changes to your details. However, if you are making any modifications to your IEC (such as updating address, bank account, director details, or other business information), a government fee of ₹200 applies regardless of when you file.
| Scenario | Government Fee | When It Applies |
|---|---|---|
| Annual confirmation only, no changes | ₹0 | During the April to June update window |
| Updating or modifying IEC details | ₹200 | Any time of the year when changes are required |
| Late filing (past June 30) | ₹0 extra | No additional penalty fee is charged for delayed filing |
No additional late fee is charged on top of this. The ₹200 is only for modifications, not for the act of filing late.
The process for a post-deadline IEC update is identical to the standard annual update. Here is how to do it:
Once submitted successfully, the DGFT system processes the update and restores your IEC to “Active” status. This typically takes 3 to 7 working days, though in many cases it happens faster.
If your update involves modifications to your IEC details, keep these ready before you start:
If you are doing a simple annual confirmation with zero changes, you just need your login credentials and Aadhaar OTP.
For FY 2025–26, the annual IEC update window runs from April 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026. If you have not completed this yet, your IEC may already be deactivated. The good news is that the reactivation process is straightforward, and JParks can get it done for you within 24 hours.
Need help with this process? JParks handles IEC renewal and annual update with a 24-hour turnaround and a single all-inclusive fee of ₹1,700. Call or WhatsApp us at +91 9167379073.
Yes. The DGFT portal allows updates after the June 30 due date. However, your IEC will remain deactivated until the update is completed and processed. There is no separate penalty for late filing, but you cannot conduct any import or export while the IEC is inactive.
No, there is no additional late fee imposed by DGFT for filing after June 30. The only applicable fee is ₹200 if you are making changes to your IEC details. A plain annual confirmation with no modifications is free at any time.
Once you submit the update on the DGFT portal, reactivation typically takes 3 to 7 working days. Many cases are processed faster. If you need it done urgently, JParks can manage the process and follow up on your behalf.
Any shipments processed under a deactivated IEC will be held at customs. This can result in significant detention and demurrage charges. Reactivating your IEC as quickly as possible is critical to releasing stuck consignments.
Yes. The annual IEC update is mandatory for all IEC holders regardless of whether any actual trade activity took place during the year. Inactivity does not exempt you from the compliance requirement.
The IEC renewal due date is June 30 every year. The update window opens on April 1. DGFT publishes official circulars on any extensions, so check dgft.gov.in for the latest notification if you are close to the deadline.
No. Deactivation is temporary and reversible. Complete the overdue annual update on the DGFT portal and your IEC will be restored to active status. It is not the same as cancellation or surrender of IEC.
