Licenses & Registration
AD Code Registration
An AD Code links your bank account to customs for export transactions — without it registered at each port you ship from, your export shipping bills simply cannot be processed.
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What is AD Code Registration?
An Authorised Dealer (AD) Code is a 14-digit code issued by the bank branch through which an exporter routes its foreign exchange transactions. It must be registered with customs at every port from which the exporter intends to ship goods, linking the exporter's IEC and bank account to that specific port for processing shipping bills and receiving export proceeds. Without a registered AD Code at the relevant port, the customs system will not generate a shipping bill, even if all other export documentation is complete.
Key Features
14 Digit AD Code
14-digit code issued by the exporter's authorised dealer bank branch.
Port Specific Registration
Must be registered separately at each port used for export shipments.
IEC & Bank Linking
Linked with exporter's Import Export Code and bank account.
ICEGATE Registration
Registration completed through ICEGATE portal using bank-issued AD Code letter.
Shipping Bill Requirement
Required before first shipping bill generation at a new export port.
Export Proceeds
Facilitates receipt of export proceeds and duty drawback disbursal.
Advantages
Smooth Shipping Bills
Enables smooth generation of shipping bills without customs processing delays.
Export Payment Tracking
Ensures export proceeds and duty drawback are correctly credited.
Export Scheme Benefits
Required for claiming benefits under various export promotion schemes.
Port Wise Registration
One-time registration per port simplifies future export shipments from that location.
Easy Import Export Compliance
Simplifies customs compliance for smooth import and export operations.
Documents Required
AD Code letter issued by the bank branch on its letterhead
Import Export Code (IEC) certificate
PAN card of the exporting business
GST registration certificate
Digital Signature Certificate for ICEGATE-based registration
Board resolution or authorisation letter, for companies