ICEGATE

What is ICEGATE?

 

ICEGATE refers to the formal web-based information system in which different transactions of the Indian customs department can be electronically filed as well as electronically tracked. Specifically, of interest to exporters, importers, custom brokers and shipping companies.

 

ICEGATE Login

 

As for bottles, they have to log in with their credentials to get access to the ICEGATE portal. The login process is simple:

 

• Visit the official website: www.icegate.gov.in

• You will be asked to key in your user ID and your password.

• New users are required to register by opening an account every time they are accessing the system.

 

ICEGATE Bill of Entry (BoE)

 

A Bill of entry (BoE) is a document that is utilized in the release of imported goods into India by the customs organizations. It includes data on the imported products and does refer to the calculation of the customs duties.

 

• You can file a Bill of Entry on ICEGATE under different types:

1. Normal Bill of Entry (BoE)
2. Bill of Entry used for Home Consumption
3. Bill of Entry for Warehousing

 

ICEGATE Shipping Bill

 

A Shipping Bill is a document required for the export of goods. It is submitted to Indian Customs, and ICEGATE facilitates the filing and tracking of the shipping bill online.

 

• The shipping bill must be submitted electronically through the ICEGATE portal by exporters.

 

ICEGATE IGM (Import General Manifest)

 

An IGM referred to as Import General Manifest, is a document that indicates a list of goods that are imported in a specific port in India.

 

• ICEGATE has facilities to file, track and manage the Sea IGM and Air IGM for import.

 

ICEGATE Sea IGM and Air IGM

 

• Sea IGM: Originates from sea transport and gives details about cargo on board.

• Air IGM: Furnished for shipment by air conveyance as an outline of the consignment at the port to which it was transported.

 

ICEGATE Tracking

 

The ICEGATE portal enables importers, exporters, custom brokers, shipping lines, airports etc to send their Tracking of shipment, bills of entry, shipping bills etc.

 

• Users can view the live status of the Shipping Bill, the status of the Bill of Entry and the IGM status as well.

 

ICEGATE Shipping Bill Status

 

Checking Shipping Bill Status:

 

• Log in to ICEGATE.

• Scroll down to the Shipping Bill Status section.

• You need to fill in some information such as the Shipping Bill number to know the location of your consignment.

 

ICEGATE Bill of Entry (BoE) Status

 

ICEGATE (Status check of your BoE, Bill of Entry, etc.) can be used:

 

• Fill in the ICEGATE login and enter BoE Status page.

• Enter the bill of entry number to obtain information of the real time status of your BoE.

 

ICEGATE BE Status

 

The BE Status is an option that is mainly to allow the user to search the Bill Entry by the Bill number. It settles the status of clearance and customs formalities that are pending to be settled.

 

Enquiry ICEGATE

 

In case you need any details on any of the shipments or duties or clearance then you may apply the enquiry option on ICEGATE. Using this tool, you can work out the issues that can be connected to your deliveries and customs documents.

 

ICEGATE E-Payment

 

ICEGATE clients are able to pay surcharges, fees and other charges for customs through the E-Payment option of the system as mentioned above.

 

• The available modes are net banking, credit card and debit cards and any other form of electronic payment system.

 

ICEGATE Air IGM

 

The Air IGM is dedicated to deliveries by air. It is necessary during the process of customs clearance at the airport.

 

• You can lodge and track the Air IGM through ICEGATE.

 

ICEGATE Payment

 

Importing and Exporting Gateway Automated Transparent System Payment entails the use of the ICEGATE Pay to make payments for various charges related to import or exportation of goods. The payments on the platform are safe, dependable and genuine in real time.

 

ICEGATE Shipping Bill Tracking

 

The user can trace the Shipping Bill in order to track the movement of the export shipment. The export status can also be obtained by tracking your export through the ICEGATE portal by entering the Shipping Bill number.

 

ICEGATE Bill of Entry Tracking

 

It is also similar to the tracking of Shipping Bill that a user can track the status of their Bill of Entry to check if customs duties have been cleared or if there is a problem with the items being imported.

 

ICEGATE BOE (Bill of Entry)

 

Bill of Entry (BoE) is a document actually a declaration to customs necessary for imported goods in the case of the Indian economy. Through ICEGATE, users can submit BoEs and also have a way by which they can monitor their status.

 

ICEGATE Duty Payment

 

To make the payments of customs duties, the ICEGATE portal offers an e-Payment option. It is possible to clear all dues relating to imports and exports using secure and authorized online payments.

 

ICEGATE SB Status

 

SB Status is an abbreviation carrying the meaning of Shipping Bill Status. If you wish to know whether the shipment has been processed or if there is something more to be done, then the given section under this ICEGATE option is useful to you.

 

ICEGATE BoE Status

 

This feature is much like the BoE status. It helps you track the clearance of your Bill of Entry and monitors whether any further customs action is pending.

 

ICEGATE Registration

 

To use the portal ICEGATE requires registration by the exporter/importer/clearing agent with customs and brokers. Registration accesses services provided on the portal, amongst them is submission and monitoring of BoE, shipping bill, and IGM

 

ICEGATE Duty Calculator

 

ICEGATE has one of the tools, the Duty Calculator, which can be used to compute the duty of the specified amount of goods and classification among others. This will help the businesses to know the estimated cost that will be incurred in importation of goods.

 

ICEGATE Digital Signature

 

Digital signature is mandatory to submit certain documents on ICEGATE.It is utilized to submit and verify the customs transactions safely to ensure that the data entered into it is genuine.

 

ICEGATE SB

 

It is called the Shipping Bill in short SB. The shipping bill is a document that accompanies an export shipment and is necessary for customs clearance. You can also get the details of the shipping bill in the ICEGATE portal by way of tracking and checking the status.

 

IEC ICEGATE

 

An import export code is a must, have for any business engaged in importing or exporting in India. The IEC number is linked to your ICEGATE account to facilitate easy customs clearance and access to import/export, related services.

 

Conclusion

 

ICEGATE is the primary digital platform for customs formalities of importers, exporters, and customs agents in India. ICEGATE allows anyone to file documentation, pay duties, and track the movement of goods, which are the typical impediments to the smooth functioning of the customs process.

 

Explore the full range of features like Bill of Entry, Shipping Bill, IGM, and Duty Payment, along with the corresponding step, by, step guides, by visiting the official portal at www.icegate.gov.in.

 

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