The Import Export Code (IEC) is a special 10-digit number given by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), part of the Ministry of Commerce and Industries in the Indian government. If you’re a person or a business bringing in or sending out stuff from India, you need this code. Getting an IEC makes global trade easier by cutting down on paperwork and making things clearer. Here, you’ll find info on how to register for IEC, what good things come with it, what you need beforehand, and some common questions answered.