How to pay IEC application fee?

To pay the IEC (Importer Exporter Code) application fee in India, you must complete the transaction online through the official portal of the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) at www.dgft.gov.in. The fee for applying for an IEC is ₹500, and this payment must be made digitally—offline or manual payments are not accepted.

After registering and logging into the DGFT portal, start your IEC application under the “IEC Profile Management” section. Fill out all required information, including business details, PAN, bank account information, and address proof. Upload the necessary documents and digitally sign the application using either a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) or Aadhaar-based e-sign (for individuals and proprietors).

Once all steps are completed, the portal will take you to the payment gateway. You will be able to choose from multiple online payment modes such as credit card, debit card, net banking, or UPI. Select your preferred option and proceed to pay the ₹500 fee. Upon successful payment, you will receive a confirmation, and your application will be submitted automatically.

A payment reference number and Application Reference Number (ARN) will be generated, which you can use to track the status of your IEC. The IEC certificate is generally issued within 1–2 working days and can be downloaded directly from the portal. The entire process is seamless, paperless, and fully online.