DGFT IEC Registration: Step-by-Step Guide for New Exporters

You want to export goods from India. You have the product, the buyer, and the plan. But one thing stops you cold: the IEC code.
Without it, customs won’t clear your shipment. Banks won’t process your foreign payment. Your export dream stays stuck at the gate.
The good news? Getting your IEC code is far simpler than most people think. This guide walks you through every step of the DGFT IEC registration process — from scratch to approval, modification, reactivation, and what comes next.