International Trade Compliance
Import-export compliance — IEC, customs classification and valuation, export documentation, licences and foreign trade benefits.
- Estimate Cost
- ₹10,000 – ₹1,00,000
- Typical duration
- 10 days
Service overview
International trade compliance ensures your imports and exports follow customs, foreign trade policy, export control and sanctions laws. It helps you claim FTA benefits, avoid penalties and keep goods moving without delays.
Who needs it? / When is it needed?
- IEC registration and annual updation.
- Classification and valuation review.
- FTA and rules of origin analysis with Certificate of Origin support.
- Sanctions screening (OFAC, UN).
- SCOMET licensing.
- Anti-dumping advisory.
- Customs audit support, bonded warehouse compliance and duty optimisation.
What to expect from the WCP Professionals
- IEC registration and annual updation.
- Classification and valuation review.
- FTA and rules of origin analysis with Certificate of Origin support.
- Sanctions screening (OFAC, UN).
- SCOMET licensing.
- Anti-dumping advisory.
- Customs audit support, bonded warehouse compliance and duty optimisation.
Key deliverables
- Trade compliance review report.
- IEC and licences.
- Certificates of Origin.
- Duty optimisation recommendations.
- Audit replies.
Standard turnaround time
- IEC: 1–3 working days.
- Compliance review: 2–4 weeks.
- SCOMET licence: several weeks.
- Trade remedy matters: months.
Government fees, timelines & key outcomes
- IEC fee: Rs 500, with annual updation required.
- Customs duties as per the tariff.
- Penalties apply for misdeclaration.
- Key outcome: smooth, penalty-free cross-border trade at optimal duty cost.
Forms & filings involved
- IEC application on the DGFT portal.
- Bills of Entry and Shipping Bills (ICEGATE).
- Certificates of Origin.
- SCOMET applications.
- Customs audit replies.
Documents required
- PAN, incorporation and bank details.
- Invoices, packing lists and contracts.
- Product specifications.
- Previous Bills of Entry and Shipping Bills.
What we need from you
- Accurate product descriptions.
- Timely shipment documents.
- Cooperation with customs audits.
Important conditions
- Wrong classification or valuation can attract duty demands and penalties.
- FTA claims must meet CAROTAR origin rules.
- Sanctioned parties must never be dealt with.
Additional information
- AEO certification can speed up clearances.
- Related services: FEMA, GST Compliance & Return, Cross-Border Tax Compliance.
The estimated cost covers indicative professional fees only. Government fees, stamp duty and taxes are payable at actuals.
How it works
- 1. Raise a service enquiry describing your requirement.
- 2. A Relationship Manager reviews it and opens it for bidding.
- 3. Pay into escrow and assign the professional you select.
- 4. Track progress to completion, then accept and release payment.
Frequently asked questions
What licences does an exporter need?
An IEC, GST registration, AD code registration with customs and, for some goods, RCMC or product-specific licences.
What are restricted exports?
Goods that need a licence, such as SCOMET items with dual-use potential, or are otherwise controlled under the ITC(HS) policy.
What is a shipping bill?
The customs document filed for export clearance, which also supports export incentives and GST refunds.
Do imports need certificates of origin?
To claim preferential duty under a trade agreement, a valid certificate of origin and compliance with origin rules are needed.