Any business in Virudhunagar planning to import or export must obtain an Import Export Code (IEC) — a 10-digit number issued by the DGFT that is mandatory for customs clearance and foreign remittances.
This guide covers who needs an IEC, the simple online process, and the annual confirmation that keeps it active.
What is Import Export Code (IEC) Registration in Virudhunagar?
The IEC is a PAN-based, lifetime code required for cross-border trade. A Virudhunagar exporter or importer uses it for shipping bills, customs and receiving/sending foreign payments through banks.
Since 2021 the IEC must be updated (confirmed) on the DGFT portal every year between April and June, even if nothing has changed, or it is deactivated.
Update your IEC every year
Who needs an IEC in Virudhunagar
- Manufacturers and traders in Virudhunagar exporting goods
- Importers bringing goods into India
- Service exporters claiming benefits under foreign trade policy
- E-commerce sellers shipping internationally
Documents required
- PAN of the business/individual
- Aadhaar or DSC of the applicant
- Cancelled cheque or bank certificate
- Address proof of the Virudhunagar business premises
Step-by-step process
- Register on DGFT. Create a login on the DGFT portal with your PAN.
- File the ANF-2A form. Enter business, bank and address details.
- Verify and pay. Complete Aadhaar/DSC verification and pay the government fee (₹500).
- Download the IEC. The IEC is generated electronically, usually the same day.
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Frequently asked questions
Is IEC mandatory for service exporters in Virudhunagar?
IEC is generally required for goods; pure service exporters may not need it unless they claim benefits under the Foreign Trade Policy, but many banks still ask for it.
What is the government fee for IEC?
The DGFT fee is ₹500. There is no separate state fee for applicants in Virudhunagar.