FTP - Online Applications for IEC
DGFT has amended the ANF2A [Application Form for Issue / Modification in Importer Exporter Code Number (IEC)] and has notified that:
(i) Online applications for IEC will require only 2 documents to be uploaded electronically. ie. (i)PAN (ii) Cancelled cheque bearing entity's pre-printed name or Bank certificate, besides the Digital Photograph of the signatory applicant.
(ii) The manual mode of submitting applications for Importer-Exporter Code (IEC) as per the existing format will be withdrawn w.e.f. 1.4.2016.
(iii) Application for new IEC will be accepted in online mode only w.e.f. 01.04.2016
(iv) The online application for IEC /modification in IEC can be made by applicants through digital signature (Class-II or Class-III) w.e.f 01.04.2016.
(v) After receipt of applications complete in all respects, decision regarding grant or refusal of IEC will be taken and communicated by the Regional Authorities (RA) of DGFT within two working days, after processing the application on the basis of the check list.
(vi) The facility of filing online application for IEC will also be available through e-biz portal of DIPP, after its integration with DGFT's system.
DGFT Public Notice No. 58/2015-2020, Dated: February 01, 2016