AD Code Registration
An AD Code (Authorized Dealer Code) is a mandatory 14-digit code issued by your bank that links your account to customs for export and import transactions. Without it, ICEGATE cannot generate a shipping bill — and your goods cannot clear customs. EG Global Connect handles bank coordination, document preparation, and ICEGATE submission so your export operations run without delays.
What is AD Code Registration?
Understanding why this code matters before you ship a single consignment
An AD Code is issued by a bank branch authorized by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to deal in foreign exchange. It links your Import Export Code (IEC) and current account to the ICEGATE customs portal, confirming that any foreign currency you receive or pay for trade is moving through a legitimate banking channel.
AD Code registration must be completed separately for each port you plan to ship from — whether by sea, air, or land. Once registered and approved, your AD Code becomes visible on ICEGATE for that port, and you can generate shipping bills for your exports without interruption.
Why AD Code Registration Is Mandatory
Skipping this step is one of the most common reasons export shipments get stuck at customs
Required for Shipping Bills
Without a registered AD Code, ICEGATE cannot generate a shipping bill — and customs cannot clear your export consignment.
Tracks Export Payments
Links your IEC to your bank account so payments from overseas buyers are received, tracked, and reconciled correctly.
FEMA & RBI Compliance
Confirms that your foreign exchange transactions are processed through an RBI-authorized banking channel.
Port-Wise Registration
Need to ship from multiple ports? Each port requires its own AD Code registration — we coordinate this for you.
Access to Export Incentives
A valid AD Code is required to claim government export benefits such as duty drawback and RoDTEP.
Avoid Costly Delays
Missing, expired, or incorrect AD Code details are a leading cause of goods being held at customs — sometimes for weeks.
Documents Required
Keep these ready — we'll guide you on exactly what's needed for your business type
Our 4-Step Process
From document review to your AD Code going live on ICEGATE
Free Consultation & Document Review
We review your existing IEC, GST, and bank details to confirm eligibility and tell you exactly which documents to arrange.
Bank Coordination
We assist you in obtaining the AD Code Letter from your bank's authorized branch, correctly addressed to Customs.
ICEGATE Registration & Submission
Using your Class 3 DSC, we register or update your details on the ICEGATE portal and submit your AD Code along with all required documents for your chosen port(s).
Approval & Port Activation
Once approved — typically within 1to3 working days — your AD Code goes live for the selected port, and you're ready to generate shipping bills.
Professional service fee. No official government fee on ICEGATE.
- Document review & checklist
- Bank coordination for AD Code letter
- ICEGATE registration & submission
- Single-port AD Code activation
- Status tracking until approval
Get Started
Need registration at multiple ports? Contact us for a custom quote.
Related Import Export Services
Other registrations and certificates exporters commonly need alongside AD Code
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about AD Code registration, answered straight.
An AD Code (Authorised Dealer Code) is a 14-digit code issued by your bank that links your business bank account with ICEGATE for export and import transactions.
Yes. AD Code registration is done separately for every customs port where you export goods.
Usually 1to3 working days after receiving the required documents and AD Code letter from the bank.
Yes. It remains valid as long as your business and linked bank account remain active.
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