AD Code Registration on ICEGATE in New Delhi!
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Online AD Code Registration in New Delhi - Port Registration, Fees and Documents
Updated on March 01, 2025 01:14:11 PM
AD code in New Delhi is a unique 7-digit code assigned by the reserve bank of India to every authorized branch of banks dealing with foreign exchange. The primary purpose behind AD Code Registration is to ensure that foreign currency transactions have been made from a legitimate source.
Exporters in New Delhi must register the AD code with the customs at the IGI Airport to ship goods across borders. In case an exporter ships goods from more than one port, they must register for each port separately, even if the ports are in the same state.
A shipping bill is a mandatory document for customs clearance at the port, and an exporter can’t generate a shipping bill without an AD code. AD code and IEC Code are the 2 most important documents required for importing/exporting goods in India.
Read to know the benefits, Document requirements and the entire process of obtaining and registering AD Code in New Delhi.
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What is the AD Code?
AD code stands for Authorized Dealer’s code. It is a letter received from the bank mentioning the Authorized dealer’s code which is provided to each bank by the Reserve Bank of India.
Once you get this code, you need to register it with every port from where you plan to export goods. It is also called an AD code letter by the CHA(Customs House Agent).
Benefits of AD code registration in New Delhi
AD code registration helps you a lot in the journey of global business expansion. The benefits of an AD cod registration in New Delhi are as follows:
- Generating Shipping Bill on ICEGATE: A shipping bill is one of the three mandatory documents required for exporting goods abroad. Indian Customs EDI system won’t allow you to generate shipping bill on the ICEGATE Portal without an AD code registration.
- Lifetime Validity: AD code registration on a port is valid for a lifetime. You only need to pay a one-time fee, and the registration will be valid for a lifetime of that port.
- Online Process: Earlier, the AD code registration was done at the ports, which took a lot of time, money and effort. Now, The entire process of bank AD code registration is online on the ICEGATE portal.
- Counters Smuggling of goods: AD code helps in tracking any illegal source of foreign transactions and helps in reducing the Smuggling of prohibited goods which helps in boosting the economy of the country in the long run.
- Helps Import-Export Business: Exporters can avail benefits from the DGFT, Exports Promotion Council and other government schemes. AD code allows multiple other benefits like duty rebates, tax returns and subsidies.
Documents Required for AD code Registration
Once you recieve 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:
- AD Code letter on banker’s letterhead
- GST Registration Certificate
- Cancelled Cheque
- Importer Exporter Code(IEC) Certificate
- Company’s PAN(Personal Account Number)
- Board resolution (for company only)
- PAN/ Aadhaar/ Voter ID/ Passport copy of Director or Partner or Proprietor
- Export house certificate(optional)
Our team of professionals will assist you in preparing the documents for the application.
AD code Registration Fees in New Delhi
The application fee for AD code registration in Delhi Port port is ₹2,999 a one-time payment borne by the exporter. No further government fees are required for the AD code registration.
AD code Registration process in New Delhi
The process of AD code registration on Icegate is executed in 4 steps:
- Documentation
- Application to the Icegate portal using organization-based class 3 DSC(Digital Signature Certificate)
- Following up with the concerned port for AD code registration
- Approval of AD code from customs
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.
Professional utilities: Assisting you in AD code registration
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do you get an AD code in New Delhi?
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.
Who is an Authorized Dealer(AD)?
Authorized Dealers are the branch of banks dealing in foreign currencies.
What is Port Registration?
Port registration is the registration of an AD code with the customs port where you intend to export goods. You need to register the AD code for each port separately, whether the ports are in the same state or a different state.
How do I know if my AD code is registered with the customs?
You can check your AD code registration with customs by generating the shipping bill at a particular customs port. If the shipping bill is generated, then your AD code has been successfully registered.
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