How to Request Removal from DEL in IEC? - Bizfoc

Overview 

DGFT portal is the platform for filing the application for the entities who are willing to trade goods beyond the national territory. This platform provides IEC registration to the traders who are willing to trade goods. DGFT has its own rules and regulations and thus maintains its own list of the entities that restrict certain companies and organizations to export from India. This restriction is given due to concerns such as national security, foreign policy and violations of rules and regulations. 

The DGFT Denied Entity List (DEL) is the division of India’s Export Control system. This type of list which is maintained by DGFT includes the entities, companies or organizations that restrict the exports from India. Items such as proliferation of weapons, military technologies and other sensitive items are generally restricted to export from india. If you also want to remove trading restrictions from the goods, you’ll also need to submit the request for DEL from IEC registration. In this article, we will provide you complete insights on how to request removal from DEL status in their IEC registration with the step-by step procedures and requirement of requesting removal from DEL. 

What is DEL Status In IEC Registration?

DEL or Denied Entity List in IEC registration is the list which is recorded by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. This list is mentioned with the individuals, entities and organizations that are not allowed to receive exports from India due to national interests and security, foreign policy or non-compliance of import and export activities. 

What do you Mean by Removal of DEL from IEC Registration?

The Removal of DEL from IEC registration is the process through which an individual, organisation or entity is allowed to resume their trading goods that were once listed in DEL. On requesting the removal from DEL by any entities, the person is removed from the concerned list of the DGFT and is no longer restricted from trading. 

Requirement of Requesting Removal from DEL in IEC 

Here is the requirement of requesting removal from DEL in IEC, which are as follows:

1. Users should have login credentials for the DGFT portal. 
2. Users should have an active Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) which contains the details of the firm, Aadhar for Proprietors or Members of the Firm. 
3. IEC with active DEL orders. 

How to Request Removal from DEL In IEC?

Here is the step by step procedures for requesting removal from DEL in IEC, which are as follows:

Step 1: Visit the DGFT Portal 

You need to visit the DGFT portal and fill the login credentials to login into the portal. If you’re new to this portal, you need to fill in the required details for registration and generate OTP and then login into it. While filling in name, email, mobile number and other required details, you can generate the OTP and login into the portal. 

Step 2: Click on IEC Button 

After login into the DGFT portal, you need to select the ‘My IEC’ button on the portal or you can navigate through the Menu in the portal. On clicking on services from the Menu, you will click on Importer Exporter Code (IEC).

Step 3: Request Remove from DEL Tab 

After navigating Services, you will apply here for a request for the removal of the DEL tab from IEC registration and click on it. 

Step 4: Active DELL Orders from the DELL Order List 

Upon clicking on it, you will need to select the Active DELL orders from the DELL order list and mention the reason for requesting DEL and submit the documents, then click on the Submit Button. 

Step 5: Submit and Proceed with the DSC details 

While clicking on the submit button, you will see a pop-up on the screen to submit the Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) and then proceed to submit with the details. Then click on Submit for request. DSC is the electronic version of physical documents which is used to verify the identity of the person and to sign the documents. 

Step 6: User shall get the Acknowledgement Slip 

On submitting the details, you will proceed with the Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) and then the user will be able to see the Acknowledgment of the request which means the request has been submitted successfully. 

Conclusion 

Though IEC registration is important to allow business to trade in the global market. But through DGFT Denied Entity List (DEL) some entities are restricted to export from India due to concerns such as National Security or Violating the important terms and conditions. Most IEC holders have registered numbers to allow businesses to operate trading mechanisms abroad and some are even restricting their trading due to the listing of DGFT. If you want to remove your DEListing from DGFT, you can apply online from DGFT portal to remove the DEL status and resume their trading by staying compliant to the orders. 

Frequently Asked Questions 

1) Is it mandatory to update IEC registration every year?

Yes, it is mandatory to update your IEC registration every 12 months or annually. 

2) What happens if I don’t take IEC registration for our company?

IEC registration is not mandatory for the company that doesn’t deal with the trading of tangible goods and services. But if the company is willing to trade their goods in the global market, they need to obtain the IEC registration either from the DGFT portal or professional experts. 

3) What is the validity of my IEC registration?

The validity of your IEC registration for trading goods and services in the global market is 12 months or annually from the date of issuance. 

4) Why does an entity apply to remove DEL?

An entity can apply to remove DEL because the status of DEL means the business entity is prevented from trading the goods and services. By removing the DEL status they can freely trade the goods between countries.