AD Code

AD Code for Exporters and Importers: Complete Guide India 2026

AD Code is mandatory before your first export shipment. Without it, you cannot file a shipping bill, your cargo gets stuck at the port, and payment realization is impossible. This guide covers what it is, how to get it, ICEGATE registration port-by-port, FEMA 2026 rules, and the 9 real problems exporters face — with exact solutions.

Key Facts at a Glance

Full form: AD Code = Authorised Dealer Code
Format: 14-digit numerical code issued by your bank on the RBI’s authorised dealer list
Mandatory for: Filing shipping bill at Indian Customs (ICEGATE). No AD Code = no shipping bill = no export
Who issues it: Your bank (the bank where your export current account is held), not DGFT, not RBI, not Customs
Where to register: ICEGATE (icegate.gov.in) — separately for EVERY port, airport, or ICD from which you export
Time to get: 3–7 working days from bank; ICEGATE registration within 1–3 days
FEMA 2026: Export proceeds must be realized within 15 months from shipment date (extended from earlier 9 months)
IEC annual update: Mandatory between April–June every year on DGFT portal or IEC gets deactivated

What Is AD Code? (Plain Language Explanation)

When you export goods from India, two things must happen: (1) your goods must physically leave India through Customs, and (2) the foreign payment for those goods must come back into India and be credited to your bank account. The Reserve Bank of India needs to track both. Without tracking, forex can leak out of the country — goods leave but payment never arrives.

AD Code solves this tracking problem. AD stands for Authorised Dealer — a bank that the RBI has licensed to deal in foreign exchange. Your bank’s AD Code is a unique 14-digit number that identifies your bank branch on the ICEGATE (Indian Customs) system. When you file a shipping bill, your AD Code links your shipment to your bank account. When payment arrives from the foreign buyer, the bank can match it to that shipment in the EDPMS (Export Data Processing and Monitoring System) maintained by RBI.

In simple terms: AD Code is the bridge between your shipment at Customs and your bank account where export payment must arrive. Without this bridge, Customs will not allow you to file the shipping bill.

AD Code is NOT the same as IEC: IEC (Import Export Code) is your business identity for import-export, issued by DGFT. AD Code is your bank’s identity code, issued by the bank. You need both. Sequence: Get IEC from DGFT → Open export current account → Get AD Code letter from bank → Register AD Code on ICEGATE. One cannot substitute for the other.

Who Needs AD Code?

Every Indian exporter who files a shipping bill at Indian Customs must have an AD Code registered on ICEGATE. This includes manufacturers exporting directly, merchant exporters, trading houses, SEZ units shipping to DTA, and e-commerce exporters using courier exports. Even if you export once a year, or are a first-time exporter — AD Code registration is mandatory before your very first shipment.

Importers also need AD Code registration on ICEGATE for filing Bills of Entry at ports. The ICEGATE AD Code registration process is the same for both exporters and importers.

New exporters make this costly mistake: They obtain IEC, get orders, book cargo — and then discover at the port that they never registered the AD Code on ICEGATE. Cargo reaches the port but shipping bill cannot be filed. Storage, demurrage, and buyer penalty charges start accumulating while the exporter runs around to fix the AD Code registration. Avoid this entirely by completing AD Code registration BEFORE booking the first shipment.

AD Code: Step-by-Step Process

Obtain IEC (Import Export Code) from DGFT

If you don’t have IEC yet, apply at dgft.gov.in. IEC is the prerequisite for everything. Time: 1–3 working days. Once issued, IEC is valid for lifetime but must be updated annually on DGFT portal between April and June every year. Failing to update deactivates your IEC automatically, which in turn makes your AD Code invalid.

Open a current account with an Authorised Dealer bank

Your export current account must be with a bank that is on the RBI’s Authorised Dealer (Category I) list — essentially all scheduled commercial banks in India (SBI, HDFC, ICICI, Axis, PNB, Bank of Baroda, Canara Bank, etc.). If you already have a business current account, you likely don’t need a new one — just use that bank to get the AD Code letter.

Submit AD Code letter application to your bank

Write a request letter to your bank (branch manager) on your company letterhead asking for the AD Code certificate for export registration. Most banks have a standard format — ask the branch for it. Submit along with: IEC certificate copy, GST certificate copy, PAN copy, certificate of incorporation / partnership deed, and a cancelled cheque of the export account.

Receive AD Code letter from bank

The bank issues an AD Code letter on its letterhead within 3–7 working days. This letter contains: (a) the bank’s 14-digit AD Code, (b) your account number, (c) the bank branch address, (d) the bank’s SWIFT/BIC code. This letter is what you take to register on ICEGATE. Keep original copies safe — you may need them for multiple port registrations.

Register AD Code on ICEGATE for every port you will use

Go to icegate.gov.in → Services → AD Code Registration. Upload your AD Code letter, IEC, PAN, GST, and supporting documents. Select the specific port/airport/ICD where you want to export. This must be repeated for EVERY port. Exporting from JNPT Mumbai and Chennai Seaport? Register at both separately. Time: 1–3 working days per port.

Receive ICEGATE registration confirmation

ICEGATE sends an email confirmation that your AD Code is registered and active at the selected port. From this point, your Customs House Agent (CHA) can file shipping bills at that port using your IEC and AD Code. Keep this confirmation for your records and give a copy to your CHA.

AD Code Registration Flow

Get IEC (DGFT)
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Open Export A/C (AD Bank)
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Request AD Code Letter
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Receive Bank Letter
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Register on ICEGATE (each port)
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File Shipping Bill

Documents Required for AD Code Registration

Document	Purpose	Key Requirement
AD Code Letter from Bank	Primary document — contains the 14-digit AD Code	On bank letterhead; sealed and signed by authorised bank official; not older than 3 months
IEC Certificate	Proves business is registered for import/export	Must be active (annual update done); name on IEC must match all other documents exactly
PAN Card	Tax identity of business	Business PAN (not personal PAN for companies/firms); must match IEC records
GST Registration Certificate	GST identity of exporter	Must be active; business name must match IEC and PAN exactly
Cancelled Cheque	Verifies bank account details	Of the same account for which AD Code letter is issued; account number must match the letter
Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)	For online submission on ICEGATE	Must be signing + encryption type (not signing-only); must be valid (not expired); issued in name of authorised signatory
Authorised Signatory ID Proof	Identity of person signing the application	Aadhaar or passport of director/proprietor/partner who signs; must match DSC
Certificate of Incorporation / Partnership Deed / Trust Deed	Business constitution proof	As applicable to business type: Pvt Ltd / LLP / Firm / Sole Proprietor

AD Code Letter — What It Looks Like and What to Check

The AD Code letter is issued by your bank on its official letterhead. It is addressed to the concerned Assistant Commissioner of Customs at the port you intend to export from. The letter typically states:

Name and address of your company (the exporter)
Your bank account number with the bank
The bank’s 14-digit AD Code (Authorised Dealer Code)
The bank branch name, branch address, IFSC code, and SWIFT/BIC code
A request to the customs authorities to register the AD Code for the exporter
Bank’s stamp and signature of the authorised bank official

Before you take the letter, verify these 5 things:

Your company name is spelled exactly as on the IEC certificate (no abbreviations, no extra words)
Your account number on the letter matches the cancelled cheque
The bank’s AD Code (14 digits) is clearly printed — ask the bank to confirm it verbally
The letter is stamped and signed by a bank officer (not just rubber-stamped)
The letter is dated within the last 3 months (some ports reject outdated letters)

ICEGATE AD Code Registration — Online Process

ICEGATE (Indian Customs Electronic Gateway) at icegate.gov.in is the Customs Department’s online portal where shipping bills, bills of entry, and registration services are processed. AD Code registration on ICEGATE is free and can be done by the exporter directly or through their CHA (Customs House Agent).

Online registration steps on ICEGATE:

Go to icegate.gov.in → click Register (if new user) or Login
Under Services, select AD Code Registration
Enter your IEC number — the system will auto-fetch your basic details from DGFT
Enter bank details: AD Code, account number, bank name, branch name, IFSC, SWIFT code
Select the port/customs location where you want to register (you must do this for each port separately)
Upload scanned copies of AD Code letter, IEC, PAN, GST, cancelled cheque, and ID proof of signatory
Sign the application digitally using your Class 3 DSC
Submit. Note down the application reference number for tracking
ICEGATE processes within 1–3 working days and sends email confirmation

List of major port codes in India for ICEGATE registration: INNSA1 (JNPT / Nhava Sheva, Mumbai), INMAA1 (Chennai Seaport), INBOM4 (Mumbai Air Cargo / CSIA), INBOM1 (Ballard Pier, Mumbai), INCCU1 (Kolkata Seaport), INPNQ4 (Pune Air Cargo), INDEL4 (Delhi Air Cargo / IGI), INMAA4 (Chennai Air Cargo), INBLR4 (Bengaluru Air Cargo / KIAL), INHYD4 (Hyderabad Air Cargo / RGIA), INKAT6 (Tughlakabad ICD, Delhi), INTUR6 (Tirupur ICD). Register for all ports you anticipate using, not just the first one.

The 9 Real Problems Exporters Face with AD Code — and Exact Solutions

These are not theoretical problems. These are the exact situations that exporters encounter, especially first-time exporters who discover the hard way what happens when AD Code is not done correctly.

Cargo reached the port but shipping bill cannot be filed — AD Code not registered on ICEGATE

The most painful AD Code problem. The exporter gets an export order, books the container, cargo reaches the port, and then the CHA calls to say the shipping bill cannot be filed because the AD Code is not registered at that port on ICEGATE. Container detention, demurrage, port storage charges begin immediately.

Fix: Emergency ICEGATE registration. Request your CHA to escalate to the port’s ICEGATE helpdesk for expedited processing. Carry original AD Code letter and all documents physically to the customs port office (many ports have a walk-in registration facility at the customs building). Keep your bank relationship manager on call for any queries from port authorities. Simultaneously get a call letter / Delivery Order extension from the shipping line to buy time. Going forward: always register AD Code on ICEGATE at least 10 days before the first shipment from any port.

ICEGATE registration rejected — name mismatch between IEC, PAN, GST, and AD Code letter

The company name appears as “M/s Jai Exports Private Limited” on IEC, “JAI EXPORTS PVT LTD” on PAN, and “Jai Exports Pvt. Ltd.” on the AD Code letter. ICEGATE’s system does exact string matching. Even punctuation differences cause rejection. This is the #1 reason for ICEGATE registration failure.

Fix: Before submitting anything, print all four documents (IEC, PAN, GST, AD Code letter) and place them side by side. The company name must be character-for-character identical. If there is a discrepancy, go back to the source of the error — whether it is the bank letter (easiest to re-issue), DGFT IEC (updatable online), or PAN (requires formal application). Ask the bank to re-issue the AD Code letter matching the exact name on the IEC certificate. The IEC name is the master — everything should match IEC.

Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) not working on ICEGATE — wrong type or expired

Exporter or their CA buys a DSC for ICEGATE registration, but ICEGATE rejects the signature. Two common reasons: (a) the DSC is “signing only” type, but ICEGATE requires “signing + encryption” Class 3 DSC; (b) the DSC is valid but the browser Java settings or ICEGATE plugin is outdated.

Fix: Specifically purchase a Class 3 Organization DSC with both Signing and Encryption components from an authorized DSC provider (eMudhra, Sify, Capricorn, NSDL, etc.). For browser compatibility, use Google Chrome or Firefox with the ICEGATE DSC plugin properly installed. If your DSC is valid but still not working, check ICEGATE’s helpdesk notice board — they occasionally change the Java/plugin requirements. Also ensure the DSC is registered in the name of the authorised signatory (director/proprietor), not in the CA’s name.

Bank is taking too long for AD Code letter — delay holding up first export

The exporter has an order, the buyer is waiting, and the bank is taking weeks to issue what is essentially a one-page letter. Branch staff are unfamiliar with the process, the request keeps moving between departments, and no one gives a clear timeline.

Fix: Go to the branch in person (not by email) with a written application. Ask specifically for the Trade Finance desk or Forex department — not the general banking staff. Request the branch manager to process under the bank’s export promotion priority. If you have a business relationship manager assigned, escalate through them. For banks with dedicated Trade Finance branches (Specialized Commercial Branches / SCBs), apply there directly as they handle export documentation more frequently. You can also maintain accounts with multiple banks and use different AD Codes for different ports if needed.

Changed bank but forgot to update AD Code on ICEGATE — payment credited to old bank

Exporter switches from Bank A to Bank B for better export services. Files shipping bills using the new AD Code (Bank B), but EDPMS (RBI’s export tracking system) still shows the old bank. Foreign payment arrives and gets credited to Bank A’s nostro account, creating an EDPMS mismatch. RBI generates a show-cause notice for unrealized export proceeds because the payment cannot be matched to the shipment.

Fix: Whenever you change your primary export bank, you must: (a) get a new AD Code letter from the new bank; (b) register the new AD Code on ICEGATE for every port; (c) inform your regular CHAs about the new AD Code; (d) for all pending (unrealized) shipments that were filed under the old AD Code, inform your old bank’s forex department so they can route any incoming payments correctly and close the EDPMS entries. Do NOT simply abandon the old AD Code registration — it creates EDPMS mismatches that can result in FEMA notices.

Exporting from a new port — AD Code not registered there, shipment delayed

Exporter has AD Code registered at JNPT Mumbai but gets an order requiring airfreight from Delhi (IGI Airport). The CHA in Delhi cannot file the shipping bill because the AD Code is not registered on ICEGATE for INDEL4 (Delhi Air Cargo). The exporter did not know that ICEGATE registration is port-specific, not national.

Fix: Register the AD Code on ICEGATE for ALL ports you might conceivably use in the next 12 months — including ICDs near your factory, the nearest airport, and the nearest seaport. This is a one-time exercise. Get the registration done for 5–6 ports at one go rather than registering port-by-port every time a new order comes from a different location. Each port registration takes 1–3 days. Build a list of registered ports and give it to all your CHAs so they know where your AD Code is active.

IEC deactivated due to missed annual update — AD Code stops working mid-year

IEC holders must update their profile on the DGFT portal between April 1 and June 30 every year — even if there are no changes. Miss this window and DGFT automatically deactivates the IEC. An inactive IEC means the AD Code linked to it also becomes invalid on ICEGATE. Shipping bills cannot be filed. The exporter discovers this in August when a shipment is blocked, not in June when the deadline passed.

Fix: Set a calendar reminder every April 1 to update the IEC on the DGFT portal (dgft.gov.in). The update takes 5 minutes: log in, go to IEC Profile Management, verify details, click update. No fee. If your IEC has already been deactivated, reactivate it on the DGFT portal under the IEC deactivation section — it reactivates within 2 working days. After IEC reactivation, check if ICEGATE has automatically restored the AD Code linkage; if not, raise a ticket on ICEGATE’s helpdesk. This entire problem is prevented by a 5-minute April task.

Export payment realized but EDPMS entry not closed — RBI notice for “outstanding export”

The buyer paid in full. The money is in the exporter’s bank account. But the bank did not submit the Export Bill Realization Certificate (BRC / eBRC) to RBI’s EDPMS system. Months later, the exporter gets a notice from their AD bank (on behalf of RBI) asking why export proceeds against a shipping bill are still showing as outstanding in EDPMS. This is not the exporter’s operational failure — it is a paperwork closure failure.

Fix: Every time a foreign payment arrives, follow up with your bank’s forex department to ensure they generate the eBRC (electronic Bank Realisation Certificate) and submit it to EDPMS against the correct shipping bill. The eBRC is the document that closes the EDPMS entry. Maintain a register of all shipping bills and track each one against an eBRC. If EDPMS entries are piling up, your bank can submit a bulk BRC realization. Under FEMA 2026, the export proceeds realization period is now 15 months — but entries must still be closed within that period. Non-closure can affect your ability to get pre-shipment credit and fresh Letters of Credit.

First-time e-commerce exporter — courier export, different AD Code process than sea/air

An e-commerce seller on Amazon Global or eBay wants to export small parcels through courier (DHL, FedEx, Blue Dart). They try to register AD Code on ICEGATE for regular ports, but their shipments are processed under the Courier Imports and Exports (Electronic Declaration and Processing) Regulations — a different customs procedure (Courier Shipping Bill, not the regular Shipping Bill). The regular ICEGATE AD Code registration path does not apply the same way.

Fix: For courier exports under the e-commerce export scheme (CBIC Circular), the courier company (DHL, FedEx, etc.) often handles the customs filing on the exporter’s behalf using a Courier Shipping Bill (CSB-V). The AD Code is still required and the bank still needs to issue the letter, but the registration process may go through the courier company’s ICEGATE account rather than the exporter directly. Clarify with your courier partner whether they file under CSB-V or regular shipping bill, and whether they need the AD Code letter from your bank. For small e-commerce exporters (invoice value below USD 1,000 per consignment), DGFT has simplified procedures under the Foreign Trade Policy 2023 — ask your courier partner about the ICEGATE courier gateway process.

AD Code and FEMA 2026: Key Rules Every Exporter Must Know

FEMA Rule	What It Means for Your AD Code	Consequence of Non-Compliance
Export proceeds realization: 15 months (FEMA 2026, w.e.f. Oct 1, 2026)	Payment for every export shipment must arrive in your AD bank account within 15 months of shipment date. Earlier limit was 9 months.	EDPMS shows outstanding entry. Bank issues notice. Repeat non-realization can trigger RBI compounding proceedings under FEMA.
INR export proceeds: 18 months (FEMA 2026)	If your export invoice is in Indian Rupees (exports to certain countries under Rupee trade arrangement), realization period is 18 months.	Same as above — EDPMS mismatch, FEMA notice.
Payment must come to the AD bank linked to AD Code	Foreign payment must be credited through the same bank whose AD Code was used in the shipping bill. You cannot file shipping bill with Bank A’s AD Code but receive payment in Bank B.	EDPMS mismatch. FEMA non-compliance for unrealized proceeds even though money exists in a different account.
AD bank empowerment: Extensions without RBI approval (FEMA 2026)	Your AD bank can now grant extensions on export realization period without referring each case to RBI. Approach your bank early if you foresee delay.	If you wait until after the deadline, extension may not be granted and FEMA proceedings start.
Future exports only on advance or LC if proceeds overdue >1 year (FEMA 2026)	If any previous export proceeds remain unrealized for more than 1 year beyond due date, RBI/FEMA 2026 requires future exports to be only against full advance payment or an irrevocable LC — open account exports are stopped.	Your AD bank must comply and will refuse to process shipping bills on open account basis until outstanding EDPMS entries are closed.

AD Code for Importers: How It Differs

Importers also need AD Code registration on ICEGATE for filing Bills of Entry. The process is essentially the same — get AD Code letter from the bank that handles your import payments, register on ICEGATE for the port(s) through which goods will arrive. The key difference:

For imports, the AD Code links your import payment outflow (foreign remittance) to the specific shipment (Bill of Entry) in RBI’s IDPMS (Import Data Processing and Monitoring System)
Import advance payments and remittances must flow through the AD bank whose code is registered on ICEGATE for the import
Under FEMA 2026: if a previous import advance payment has remained unadjusted (goods not received, not refunded) for more than the prescribed period, future import advances are only allowed against an irrevocable LC or Bank Guarantee until the old entry is settled

How to Check if Your AD Code Is Active on ICEGATE

Before every new shipment from a new port (or if you suspect any issue), verify AD Code status:

Go to icegate.gov.in
Navigate to Services → AD Code Enquiry (or use the ICEGATE inquiry module)
Enter your IEC number
The system will show all ports where your AD Code is registered and the status (active/inactive)
If a port you need is not listed, do the ICEGATE registration immediately

Alternatively, ask your CHA to verify your AD Code status on ICEGATE before the first shipment of any new season, or whenever you switch banks or open a new account.

AD Code Registration — Timeframe Summary

AD Code — Timeframe at a Glance

IEC from DGFT	1 to 3 working days
AD Code letter from bank	3 to 7 working days
Class 3 DSC (if not already held)	1 to 3 working days
ICEGATE registration (per port)	1 to 3 working days
Total time (first-time exporter)	7 to 12 working days end-to-end

Master Checklist: AD Code Done Right

Complete AD Code Checklist for New Exporters

IEC obtained from DGFT (dgft.gov.in) and is currently active (annual update done if April–June passed)
Export current account opened with an Authorised Dealer bank
AD Code letter requested from bank in writing on company letterhead
AD Code letter received — company name verified to exactly match IEC, PAN, and GST
Bank account number on AD Code letter matches cancelled cheque
Class 3 DSC (signing + encryption) obtained in name of authorised signatory
ICEGATE registration done for EVERY port/airport/ICD you plan to export from
ICEGATE registration confirmation email received and saved for each port
Port-wise AD Code registration list shared with all CHAs
Calendar reminder set for April 1 every year for IEC annual update on DGFT portal
Process in place to track eBRC generation after every payment realization
EDPMS checked quarterly to ensure no outstanding (unrealized) shipping bill entries

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use the same AD Code for imports and exports?

Yes. The AD Code is issued by your bank and is the same code regardless of whether you are importing or exporting. You register the same AD Code on ICEGATE for both shipping bills (exports) and bills of entry (imports). The underlying bank account linked to the AD Code can receive export payments and make import payments.

Can I have two AD Codes from two different banks?

Yes. You can have multiple bank accounts with multiple AD banks and have separate AD Codes from each. However, each shipping bill can only use one AD Code. The payment for that shipment must then come through that specific bank. Many large exporters maintain two bank relationships — one for local currency operations and one with a bank that offers better SWIFT and forex rates for export collections.

My CHA is asking for the AD Code. What exactly do I give them?

Give your CHA two things: (1) a copy of your AD Code letter from the bank (showing the 14-digit AD Code and your account number), and (2) confirmation of which ports your AD Code is registered on ICEGATE. The CHA needs the 14-digit AD Code number to enter it in the shipping bill. They also need to know your AD Code is active on ICEGATE for the specific port where they are filing the shipping bill.

Does AD Code change if I open a new branch of my company in a different city?

The AD Code is linked to a specific bank account and branch, not to the company’s address. If you continue using the same bank account for export payments, the AD Code remains the same regardless of where your office is. If you open a new bank account in a new city for the branch operations, you will need a new AD Code letter from that branch and a new ICEGATE registration.

How long is the AD Code letter valid? Do I need to renew it?

The AD Code itself does not expire — once the bank assigns it to your account, it remains your bank’s code permanently. However, the AD Code letter issued by the bank may be considered outdated by some ports if it is more than 3–6 months old at the time of initial ICEGATE registration. Once ICEGATE registration is done and confirmed, the registered status remains valid until you close the bank account or request deregistration. You do not need to get a new letter every year.

What happens to my AD Code if my IEC gets deactivated?

If your IEC is deactivated (for failing to do the annual April–June update on DGFT), your AD Code registration on ICEGATE becomes effectively inactive — shipping bills cannot be filed until the IEC is reactivated. Reactivate IEC on DGFT portal first (2 working days), then check ICEGATE to confirm the AD Code linkage has been restored. If ICEGATE still shows the code as inactive, raise a helpdesk ticket with your IEC reactivation proof.

I am a sole proprietor. Do I need a company PAN or can I use personal PAN?

For a sole proprietorship, the personal PAN of the proprietor is the business PAN — there is no separate company PAN for a proprietorship. Your IEC, GST (if under proprietorship), AD Code letter, and all ICEGATE documents will carry the individual PAN. This is correct and acceptable. Ensure the name on the PAN matches the name on the IEC and AD Code letter exactly.

Can I do ICEGATE registration myself or must I use a CHA?

You can do ICEGATE AD Code registration yourself at icegate.gov.in. You need your own Class 3 DSC. Many experienced exporters do it themselves. However, first-time exporters often find it easier to have their CHA assist with the first registration, since the CHA already has ICEGATE access and knows which port codes to select. After the first time, the process is straightforward and can be done independently for new ports.

Bottom line for new exporters: AD Code is not paperwork for paperwork’s sake. It is the RBI’s mechanism to ensure every rupee of foreign exchange that India earns through exports actually comes back into India. Do it once, do it correctly for all your ports, maintain your IEC update every April, and track eBRC closures after every realization. That is the complete AD Code obligation of an Indian exporter — it takes about 2 weeks to set up the first time and then runs on autopilot.

Disclaimer: The information in this article is for general educational and informational purposes only. AD Code procedures, ICEGATE processes, FEMA/RBI regulations, and bank practices are subject to change. The Foreign Exchange Management (Export and Import of Goods and Services) Regulations 2026 are effective from October 1, 2026. Port codes, ICEGATE portal procedures, and document requirements may be updated by CBIC periodically. Always verify current requirements with your Authorised Dealer Bank, your Customs House Agent (CHA), ICEGATE helpdesk (icegate.gov.in), or the relevant RBI/DGFT circular before acting. Eximerge does not provide legal or banking advice.

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