IEC issues (Digital Signature)

[Kishan Barai]

Now Digital Signature is mandatory for a fresh application in IEC.

If you look into dgft website you will find three agencies sell Class 2 & Class 3 Digital signature. I had also called them but they told if you want to purchase dgft digital signature certificate, you will require IEC code.

How a new person get a IEC now ?? I am worried about new people. Its really not ease in doing Biz.

Really old Online system of submitting without Dig Signature was much better, This would add more cost & raise more questions,

Looking forward for solution.

Thanks

AI Summary

Discussion Highlights Need for Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate in Importer Exporter Code Applications A forum discussion addresses issues related to obtaining a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) for Importer Exporter Code (IEC) applications. A participant expresses concern over the mandatory requirement of Class 2 or 3 DSC for new IEC applications, which complicates the process and increases costs. Responses clarify that while DSC is necessary for online applications, it can be obtained after acquiring an IEC. Another participant seeks advice on obtaining a DSC, while another queries if a personal DSC, typically used for tax purposes, is sufficient for IEC applications. The consensus suggests a Class 3 DSC is required.