Updated on June 12, 2025 06:22:18 PM
Exporters who wish to ship goods from Kolkata Port, a major port in West Bengal, must first register for an AD Code online. In order to facilitate foreign exchange transactions, the exporter's bank issues a 14-digit number known as the Authorized Dealer (AD) Code, which is registered with the Customs Department. The port code for Kolkata Port is INCCU1. Exporters cannot receive payments in foreign currencies, create shipping bills, or claim export incentives if they are not registered with the AD Code.
Online AD Code Registration has made the process quick and easy. Exporters can apply via the ICEGATE portal by submitting the necessary paperwork, which includes an IEC copy, a request letter, a bank's AD Code letter, and a GST certificate. A seamless customs process is ensured by registering the AD Code for Kolkata Port.
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AD Code Registration for Kolkata Port means linking your 14-digit AD Code, issued by your bank, with the customs department at this port. The official port code for Kolkata is INCCU1, and it must be used while registering. This step is important because without AD Code registration, you cannot generate shipping bills or export goods legally from Kolkata Port. It helps customs verify that your payments are going through an authorized bank and that everything is in order for international trade.
In short, AD Code registration is necessary for smooth and legal export through Kolkata Port.
Once you receive the AD code on the bank’s authorization letter, You need to register it with the customs on the ICEGATE portal. The following documents are required to proceed with the application:
Our team of professionals will assist you in preparing the documents for the application.
The benefits of an AD code registration in Kolkata Port are as follows:
The application fee for AD code registration in Kolkata Port is ₹2,999/- only. It is a one-time fee which has to be borne by the exporter.
Note- There is no government fee for AD code registration.
The process of AD code registration on Icegate is executed in 4 steps:
You can check if your AD code is registered on the Icegate portal or not by generating the shipping bill. If the shipping bill is generated, then your AD code is registered with that port.
Registering an AD code can be a difficult and time taking process. It is advised to seek an expert’s help to avoid complications and rejection of the application.
We are a team of professionals who provides AD code registration for your import-export business at the minimum price guaranteed. You can apply for the AD code registration for Exports with us in just three simple steps.
Step 1:
Contact us
Step 2:
Provide all required documents
Step 3:
Get AD code certificate within 5 days
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
AD code registration at designated ports is mandatory for exporters and importers for customs clearance. You are not allowed to export goods without AD code registration.
AD code is required to generate a shipping bill on the Icegate portal. A shipping bill is compulsory for importing and exporting goods. AD code also allows you to receive payments in foreign currencies.
Reserve Bank of India issues the AD code to the Authorized branches of banks dealing in foreign currency transactions.
You can get an AD code from the bank with which you have a current account. You need to send a request to the branch manager in a prescribed format to issue the AD code on the Bank letterhead. Once the AD code is issued, it is registered with the Kolkata Port on the icegate portal.
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