§1What you get

  • IEC application on the DGFT portal
  • The yearly April–June update
  • A list of next steps for export (RCMC, APEDA/EPC)

§2Documents

Tick off each one as you get it ready.

§3How the work is done

  1. 1

    Profile on the DGFT portal

  2. 2

    Application and ₹500 fee

  3. 3

    IEC certificate

  4. 4

    Yearly update reminder

§4Questions and answers

Can I start exporting with just an IEC?

IEC is the first step. Depending on the product, you may also need an RCMC (from an Export Promotion Council), APEDA or other registrations.

§5See also

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Sources

  1. DGFT — Import Export Code

Checked on 18 October 2026. Government fees and rules change often — confirm on the portal before you apply. Spotted a mistake? Report it.