Advantages Of Import Export Code
Import
Anyone who wishes to import in India must have an IE code to complete import transaction.
Export
Exporter who exports goods abroad need to have IE code. It needs to be quoted at various documents in export transactions.
Bank Transactions
Valid Import Export Code needs to be submitted with bank to receive and making payments from abroad against export and import, respectively.

Permanent Valid
IE code once issued would be valid for lifetime and has no expiry. It would be valid for entire country, branches across the country.
Easy To Apply
Application for IE code can be filed easily, further registration of business is not compulsory to get IE code.
Online Processing
No need to submit any import/export proof for IE code application. Further online application can be submitted for IE code.