How to Register Your Import Export Company in India (2025)

To begin an import-export business in India in 2025 is easier than ever before, but it has to be officially registered, compliant, and ready to be digital. This is how you can step by step register your business.


Register your export business in India

✅ Step 1: Choose Your Business Structure

Choose one of the legal structures according to your objectives:

  • Proprietorship (one-man entrepreneurs)
  • Partnership Firm
  • Private Limited Company
  • Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)

Tip: A Private Limited Company or LLP is better, in international trading and bank compliance.

✅ Step 2: Register the Business

Registrations vary according to your structure, and include:

  • MCA (Ministry of Corporate Affairs) Pvt Ltd or LLP
  • Local Municipal Body- In case of sole proprietorship
  • GST Registration- This is a necessary requirement in any company dealing with exports

✅ Step 3: Open a Current Account

Open an up to date bank account under the business name. You’ll need:

  • PAN Card
  • Documentary evidence of Business registration
  • Address proof
  • GST certificate (optional and useful)

Note: Select a bank that has expertise in management of foreign exchange and export payments.

✅ Step 4: Apply for Importer Exporter Code (IEC)

Import-export activity is required to be done with IEC. The procedure to be followed online is to apply at the portal of DGFT:

  • Visit: https://www.dgft.gov.in
  • Provide PAN, Aadhar, business information and pay the fee 500 rupees
  • IEC is provided in 1-2 working days
  • Once issued there is no need to renew IEC.

✅ Step 5: Additional Export Licenses (If Needed)

Depending on what type of product you have:

FSSAI- Export of foods

APEDA- Agricultural products

Pharma License- Medicine

WPC, BIS, GJEPC (in case of electronics, gems etc)

✅ Step 6: Register with EPCs & Trade Bodies

Register with Export Promotion Councils (EPCs) for credibility and buyer access:

  • EEPC India – Engineering

  • GJEPC – Gems and Jewelry

  • FIEO – General exporters

✅ Step 7: List Your Business Online

Once registered, create your presence on:

  • Google Business Profile

  • B2B directories (Alibaba, IndiaMART, Global Sources)

  • LinkedIn & WhatsApp Business

Final Thoughts

The registration of your import-export company in India lays down the path to success in the world. Ensure that all documents are right and have digital copies handy in case of buyers, customs, and banks.


Need help with IEC, GST, or export licenses? Visit: www.vskglobaltrade.co.in
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Published by VSK Global Trade – Helping Exporters Register and Grow

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