Import Export Code (IEC) Verification API Verify Import Export Code and Retrieve DGFT Business Profile
The Import Export Code (IEC) Verification API enables businesses to instantly verify a 10-digit Import Export Code (IEC) issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT). It retrieves verified importer and exporter information, including business profile, registration status, PAN, firm details, contact information, and registration authority, helping banks, NBFCs, fintechs, insurers, logistics providers, and enterprises strengthen organization profiling, KYB, trade finance, and regulatory compliance.
End-to-End Bank Statement Analytics Flow
Enter IEC Code
Validate IEC Format
Search DGFT Database
Verify IEC Status
Retrieve Business Profile
Fetch Registration Details
Generate Organization Profile
Structured JSON Response
Key Capabilities
IEC Verification
Verify the authenticity and status of a 10-digit Import Export Code (IEC).
Business Profile Retrieval
Access importer/exporter details, including firm name, business category, and nature of concern.
DGFT Registration Details
Retrieve IEC issuance date, file number, DGFT Regional Authority (RA) office, and registration status.
Contact Information
Access registered business address, mobile number, and email address associated with the IEC.
Organization Profiling
Strengthen Know Your Business (KYB) by enriching business profiles with verified import-export registration data.
Regulatory Compliance
Support trade finance, exporter onboarding, vendor verification, and compliance using official DGFT records.
Real-Time Processing
Retrieve verified IEC information instantly through secure APIs.
Easy API Integration
Integrate seamlessly using REST APIs, structured JSON responses, secure authentication, and comprehensive developer documentation
Use Cases
Importer & Exporter Onboarding
Verify businesses engaged in international trade before onboarding customers, merchants, vendors, or suppliers.
Trade Finance & Business Lending
Validate IEC registration and business credentials to support trade finance, export credit, and underwriting decisions.
KYB & Compliance
Strengthen organization profiling and ensure regulatory compliance by verifying importer and exporter credentials.
Developer Experience
Secure REST APIs for IEC verification and DGFT business intelligence.
Real-Time IEC Verification – Validate Import Export Codes instantly.
DGFT Business Profile – Retrieve verified importer/exporter information.
Registration Status Check – Verify IEC validity and issuance details.
Structured JSON Response – Receive standardized business information.
RESTful API Integration – Secure and developer-friendly APIs.
Sandbox Environment – Test integrations before production deployment.
Developer Documentation – Comprehensive API references and implementation guides.
Enterprise Security – Encrypted communication and secure authentication.
Dedicated Technical Support – Expert assistance throughout your integration journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Import Export Code (IEC) Verification API?
The Import Export Code (IEC) Verification API verifies a 10-digit IEC issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) and retrieves comprehensive importer/exporter business information.
What input is required?
Import Export Code (IEC) – 10 Digits
What information does the API return?
The API may return: Firm Name, Import Export Code (IEC), IEC Status, Date of Issuance, PAN Number (Masked where applicable), File Number, DGFT Regional Authority (RA) Office, Nature of Concern, Business Category, Registered Address, Mobile Number (where available), Email Address (where available), Organization Profile and Structured JSON Response
Can this API be integrated into our platform?
Yes. The API integrates seamlessly with banking platforms, NBFCs, fintech applications, KYB solutions, trade finance platforms, logistics systems, procurement platforms, insurance platforms, CRMs, ERPs, and enterprise applications using secure REST APIs.
Is the information sourced from official records?
Yes. The API retrieves IEC information from official Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) records. All API requests are processed using encrypted communication, secure authentication, and enterprise-grade security standards.