2.08 — Application for IEC

a) Exporters/ Importers shall file online application in ANF-2A format through the online process at https://dgft.gov.in with applicable fee and requisite documents.

b) IEC will be auto-generated and applicant will be informed through e-mail and SMS. Applicant can also view and download the e-IEC after completion of the submission process of application by logging onto their dashboard.

c) The details submitted in the IEC application shall be validated through online integration with records maintained by relevant Ministries/Departments/Organisations/Banks, wherever feasible. Further, the applicant is required to submit the following details/documents (scanned copies to be uploaded), unless specifically exempted by the system during the online application process:

• (i) Cancelled cheque bearing entity’s pre-printed name or Bank certificate in format prescribed;

• (ii) Address proof of the applicant entity as detailed in the application

(d) The guidelines for the conduct of post-verification of Online IECs will be issued by DGFT Headquarters from time to time.