ICEGATE Registration

ICEGATE registration is a prerequisite for the following entities:

• Importers: Required for filing Bills of Entry and paying customs duty to release goods.
• Exporters: Necessary for filing Shipping Bills and claiming IGST refunds or export incentives.
• Customs Brokers: Authorized agents who file documents on behalf of trade partners.
• Shipping Lines & Airlines: Required for filing Import General Manifests (IGM) and Export General Manifests (EGM).
• SEZ Units: Entities operating within Special Economic Zones for their specialized customs interactions.

Ofin Legal provides a full-stack solution for customs compliance:

• ICEGATE 2.0 Onboarding: Complete profile creation and role-based registration on the new portal.
• AD Code & Bank Linking: Facilitating the mandatory linking of your bank’s Authorised Dealer Code at specific ports.
• DSC Provision & Setup: Providing the mandatory Class 3 Digital Signature and handling the Java/browser configuration.
• Export Scheme Registration: Enrollment for RoDTEP and ROSCTL to ensure you receive your government incentives.
• Simplified Auto-Registration: Utilizing the automated route for faster processing where applicable.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Resolving portal errors, data mismatches, and DSC recognition issues.

• Business Documents

  • IEC Certificate

  • GST Certificate

  • PAN Card

  • ID proof of authorized signatory

  Bank & Port Documents

  • Cancelled cheque

  • AD Code authorization letter

  • Port of import/export details

  Technical

  • Class 3 DSC (mandatory)

• Requirement Mapping: We identify your user role (Importer/Exporter/Broker) and port requirements.
• Document Collection: Our team guides you on obtaining the Bank AD Code letter.
• Portal Filing: We create your ICEGATE 2.0 profile, verifying your IEC and GSTIN data.
• DSC Integration: We assist in mapping your Class 3 DSC with the portal using the required signer utilities.
• AD Code Linking: We submit the bank details to the specific customs port for approval.
• Approval & Testing: Once the ICEGATE ID is generated, we perform a test login to ensure all modules (like e-Sanchit) are active.

• Application Submission: 1 working day (post-document collection).
• Government Approval: 3–4 working days for the ICEGATE ID and password to be sent to your email.
• AD Code Port Approval: Usually takes 2–5 working days, depending on the specific Custom House.
• Note: Technical errors in the DSC or data mismatches in the IEC database can extend these timelines.

• Cargo Demurrage: If ICEGATE is not ready, you cannot file a Bill of Entry. Port authorities charge heavy daily storage fees (demurrage).
• Container Detention: Shipping lines charge daily fees for keeping their containers beyond the free period.
• Loss of Incentives: Without ICEGATE registration, you cannot claim RoDTEP or IGST refunds, directly impacting your profit margins.
• Order Cancellation: Delayed customs clearance can lead to missed delivery deadlines and loss of international clients.

• Technical Mastery: We specialize in the Java and browser settings required for ICEGATE 2.0.
• Port-Level Expertise: We assist in the critical AD Code registration process, which most agencies ignore.
• Lowest Professional Fee: Get expert onboarding for just ₹2,999 plus GST.
• Complete Package: We provide the mandatory Class 3 DSC, so you don’t have to deal with multiple vendors.

• E-Sanchit (Paperless Documents):
  ICEGATE registration allows you to use the “e-Sanchit” module. This allows you to upload all supporting documents (Invoices, Packing Lists, etc.) digitally, eliminating the need for physical copies at the customs office.GSTN Integration for Refunds:
  ICEGATE is directly synced with the GST portal. This synchronization is what allows the automatic processing of IGST refunds on exports. Any mismatch in your ICEGATE registration data can lead to your refunds being blocked for months.