The Importance Of Raising Materialism
Modern societies need economics more than anything else. Only when materialistic needs of the people are fulfilled, they can turn towards higher and more intellectual pursuits. Thus, the goal of developing nations should be to fastly and fiercely pursue the path of rapid and radical economic (and social) development. As for the developed countries, they should try to upgrade and maintain the high levels of socio-economic standards.
The Role Of International Trade
The most important factor in matters of the development of countries is international trade. And in international trade, export and import and their mutual balance & imbalance. And the Exim factor includes a crucial element, which is known as Importer and exporter codes.
The Trigger To Go Global
In this age of cut-throat competition, everyone wants to grow their business beyond the limits of the domestic market. However, doing business globally isn’t just a cup of tea for everyone. Before going global, you need to follow several procedures and laws in place and get different registration and license. IEC (Import Export Code) license is one of such prerequisites when you’re thinking of importing or exporting from India. It is also known as Importer- Exporter Code.
IEC For Traders: How The Traders Can Attain It
IEC (Import Export Code) is required by anyone who is looking to kick-start his/her import/export business in the country. It is issued by the DGFT (Director General of Foreign Trade). IEC is a 10-digit code that has lifetime validity. Predominantly importers merchants cannot import goods without the Import Export Code and similarly, the exporter merchant cannot avail benefits from DGFT for the export scheme, etc. without IEC.
Situations Where IEC is Required
When an importer has to clear his shipments from the customs then it’s needed by the customs authorities.
When an importer sends money abroad through banks then it’s needed by the bank.
When an exporter has to send his shipments then it’s needed by the customs port.
When an exporter receives money in foreign currency directly into his bank account then it’s required by the bank.
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Steps Involved in IEC (Import/Export Code) Registration
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Visit the DGFT website.
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Click on the ‘Services’ tab on the homepage.
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Select the ‘IEC Profile Management’ option from the drop-down list.
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A new page will open. Click on the ‘Apply for IEC’ option on the page.
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Click on the ‘Register’ option. Enter the required details and click on the ‘Sent OTP’ button.
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Enter the OTP and click on the ‘Register’ button.
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Upon successful validation of the OTP, you will receive a notification containing the temporary password which you can change after logging into the DGFT website.
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After registering on the DGFT website, login to the website by entering the user name and password.
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Click on the ‘Apply for IEC’ option on the DGFT website.
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Fill the application form (ANF 2A format), upload the required documents, pay the required fees and click on the ‘Submit and Generate IEC Certificate’ button.
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The IEC code will be generated by the DGFT. You can take a printout of your certificate once the IEC code is generated
Documents required for IEC (Import Export Code) Registration
For IEC Code Registration, the following documents are required:
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Individual’s or Firm’s or Company’s copy of PAN Card.
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Individual’s voter id or Aadhar card or passport copy.
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Individual’s or company’s or firm’s cancel cheque copies of current bank accounts.
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Copy of Rent Agreement or Electricity Bill Copy of the premise.
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A self-addressed envelope for delivery of IEC certificate by registered post.
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Benefits of IEC Registration
Expansion of Business
IEC assists you in taking your services or product to the global market and growing your businesses.
Procuring Various Benefits
The Companies could avail several benefits of their imports/ exports from the DGFT, Export Promotion Council, Customs, etc., on the basis of their IEC registration.
No Filing of returns
IEC does not require the filing of any returns. Once allotted, there isn’t any requirement to follow any sort of process for sustaining its validity. Even for export transactions, there isn’t any requirement for filing any returns with DGFT.
Simpler Processing
It is fairly easy to obtain IEC code from the DGFT within a period of 10 to 15 days after submitting the application. There isn’t any need to provide proof of any export or import for getting IEC code.
Renewal Need Not There
IEC code is effective for the lifetime of an entity and requires no renewal. After it is obtained, it could be used by an entity against all export and import transactions.
Some Cases Where Import-Export Code (IEC) is Not Mandatory
According to the latest circular issued by the government, IEC is not mandatory for all traders who are registered under GST. In all such cases, the PAN of the trader shall be construed as a new IEC code for the purpose of import and export. Import Export Code (IEC) isn’t required to be taken in case the goods exported or imported is for personal purposes and isn’t used for any commercial purpose. Export/ Import done by the Government of India Departments and Ministries, Notified Charitable institutions need not require getting Import Export Code.
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