All entities in the business of Import and Export of goods and services are required to apply for IEC(Import and Export Code).
When is IEC required?
When an Importer wants to clear his shipments from Customs
When an Importer remits money abroad against imports
When goods are exported during trade
Inward remittance of foreign currency against exports
Registrations can be done online on https://www.dgft.gov.in/CP/