Registrations

Company & Business Registrations

From your first incorporation to a cross-border entity, pick the structure you need.

Compliance

Stay Ahead of Every Deadline

Statutory and regulatory filings we manage, tracked on one compliance calendar.

IPR

Protect What You've Built

Register, defend and manage the intellectual property that makes your business yours.

Taxation

Direct Tax, Indirect Tax & Advisory

From routine return filing to cross-border tax structuring and litigation support.

Consultation

Talk to a Specialist, Not a Ticket Queue

A short conversation with our team is the fastest way to get a clear, personalised plan.

More

Quick Links

Learn more about us or explore our presence across countries.

About India Careers Malaysia Terms & Conditions Singapore
robo-img
Hisho & Kanri
Hello! How can we help?

We provide accounting, compliance,
and advisory services.

ICEGATE Registration

Get your business customs-ready on India's national trade gateway.

ICEGATE — the Indian Customs Electronic Commerce Gateway — is the official portal through which importers, exporters, customs brokers, shipping lines, and banks file Bills of Entry, Shipping Bills, e-payments, and other customs documents electronically with Indian Customs. Registering on ICEGATE is what turns your Import Export Code into an active, working trade account that customs systems actually recognise.

Get the registration wrong — a mismatched IEC, an unregistered AD Code, an unlinked digital signature — and shipments stall at the port while duty payments and clearances wait. That's why most trading businesses have a registration specialist map out DSC, IEC, and AD Code linking correctly the first time, instead of troubleshooting a stuck consignment later.

Talk to an ICEGATE Expert Compare Registration Types
0ICEGATE Registrations Filed
0Trade Entity Categories
0Avg. Turnaround
0First-Time Approval Rate
ICEGATE Access Flow Live Filing
From IEC to e-Filing access

IEC Verified

DGFT Import Export Code confirmed

DSC Registered

Class-3 digital signature mapped

AD Code Linked

Bank code mapped to your ports

Gateway Access Live

e-Filing & e-payment enabled

Registration Categories

Which ICEGATE registration category applies to you?

ICEGATE isn't one generic sign-up — the fields, documents, and approvals differ by the role you play in the trade chain. Here's the full lineup we register clients under.

Importer / Exporter (IEC Holder)

The primary registration for any IEC-holding business that wants to file Bills of Entry, Shipping Bills, and duty payments directly.

Most Common

Customs Broker (CHA) Registration

For licensed Customs House Agents filing declarations and clearances on behalf of multiple importer/exporter clients.

Shipping Line / Steamer Agent

Lets ocean carriers and their agents electronically submit manifests, container details, and vessel arrival information.

Airline / Air Cargo Agent

For airlines and cargo agents handling air-freight manifests and clearance filings through the gateway's air cargo module.

Custodian / Terminal Operator

For port and terminal custodians managing cargo handover, storage, and gate-out confirmations electronically.

Authorised Courier Registration

For registered courier companies clearing low-value express shipments through the courier Bill of Entry/export facility.

Bank (e-Payment Gateway)

For authorised banks integrating with ICEGATE's e-payment module to process customs duty collections on behalf of clients.

SEZ Unit / Developer Registration

For Special Economic Zone units and developers who need gateway access to file zone clearances and bonded movement documents.

The Process

From IEC to a live ICEGATE account, in eight steps

Here's exactly what happens between applying and holding an active ICEGATE user ID that customs recognises.

1

Verify Import Export Code (IEC)

We confirm your DGFT-issued IEC is active and its details match your PAN and entity records before anything else is filed.

2

Register Digital Signature Certificate

A Class-3 DSC for your authorised signatory is registered and mapped to your ICEGATE profile for signed e-filing.

3

Create ICEGATE User ID

We set up your gateway login, choosing the correct entity category — importer, exporter, CHA, or another registered role.

4

Link PAN & GSTIN

Your PAN and GST registration are linked to the ICEGATE profile so filings and duty payments reconcile automatically.

5

Submit AD Code Registration

Your bank's Authorised Dealer code is registered against each port or airport you intend to ship through.

6

Upload Authorisation Documents

Board resolutions, authority letters, and KYC documents are uploaded for customs and system verification.

7

Customs System Verification

ICEGATE cross-checks your IEC, PAN, GSTIN, and AD Code with customs and DGFT databases before activating access.

8

Access Granted — Start e-Filing

Once approved, you can file Bills of Entry, Shipping Bills, and duty e-payments directly through your ICEGATE account.

Eligibility

Who can register on ICEGATE?

Exact requirements shift slightly by category, but every ICEGATE registration is built on the same core prerequisites.

01

Valid Import Export Code (IEC)

An active IEC issued by the DGFT, in the exact legal name of the registering entity.

02

Valid PAN of the Entity

A permanent account number matching the name and details on your IEC and GST records.

03

Class-3 Digital Signature Certificate

A valid DSC for the authorised signatory, required to sign and submit electronic filings.

04

GST Registration (Where Applicable)

A GSTIN linked to the same PAN, needed for most import and export transaction categories.

05

AD Code From Your Bank

An Authorised Dealer code letter from your bank, registered against the ports you plan to trade through.

06

Authorised Signatory / Mandate

A clearly designated signatory with a board resolution or authorisation letter backing their authority to file.

07

No Customs Blacklisting

The entity and its directors must not be under any active customs blacklist or denial order.

Paperwork

Documents you'll need to keep handy

Having these ready before we begin is the single biggest thing you can do to speed up your ICEGATE registration.

IEC Certificate

DGFT-issued Import Export Code

PAN Card

Of the company or firm

Class-3 DSC

Of the authorised signatory

GST Certificate

Where GST registration applies

AD Code Letter

Issued by your bank, per port

Board Resolution

Or authorisation letter

Bank Account Proof

Cancelled cheque or statement

Address Proof

Of the registered office

Why It's Worth It

What an active ICEGATE account actually buys you

Beyond ticking a compliance box, gateway access changes how fast — and how visibly — your shipments move through customs.

Real-Time Shipment Tracking

Follow Bill of Entry and Shipping Bill status as customs updates it

Faster Customs Clearance

Electronic filing cuts out manual counter visits and queues

Online Duty e-Payment

Pay customs duty directly through integrated bank gateways

Paperless Document Filing

Submit declarations and supporting documents fully online

Single Window Integration

One filing reaches customs and partner government agencies

Instant SMS & Email Alerts

Automatic notifications on assessment, query, or clearance

Fewer Manual Errors

System validation catches mismatches before submission

24x7 Access to Filing Status

Check your account and consignment status anytime, anywhere

After Registration

Keeping your ICEGATE account in good standing

Registration is the start, not the finish — here's what keeps your gateway access active and filing-ready afterward.

DSC Renewal

Class-3 digital signature certificates typically expire every one to two years and need timely renewal to avoid filing interruptions.

IEC Detail Updates

Any change in address, directors, or bank details must be reflected in your IEC and synced with your ICEGATE profile.

AD Code Updates for New Ports

Trading through a new port or airport requires a fresh AD Code registration for that location.

Role-Based User Access

Managing which employees or authorised agents can file on your behalf, and revoking access when roles change.

Bank Mandate Updates

Changes in your banking relationship need updated mandates for uninterrupted duty e-payments.

Periodic KYC Re-Verification

Customs may periodically request re-verification of KYC documents to keep your account in active status.

Why Hisho & Kanri

ICEGATE registration handled by people who file this daily

We've registered importers, exporters, and customs brokers across ports and airports nationwide — and know exactly where filings usually get stuck.

Trade Compliance Specialists

A team that works with IEC, GST, and customs filings every single week.

Fast Turnaround

DSC, AD Code, and profile setup coordinated in parallel, not sequentially.

Transparent Pricing

Clear packages with no hidden charges for DSC, AD Code, or portal fees.

Full Filing Visibility

You see every submission and its status, not just a final confirmation.

Dedicated Point of Contact

One specialist from your first query through to a live ICEGATE account.

Secure Document Handling

DSC, KYC, and bank details managed under strict confidentiality.

FAQ

Common questions about ICEGATE registration

Can't find your question here? Use the form alongside this page and we'll answer it directly.

It's the process of creating an active user account on India's Customs EDI Gateway so your business can file Bills of Entry, Shipping Bills, and duty payments electronically.

Yes — without an active ICEGATE account linked to your IEC, you cannot file customs declarations or track shipments electronically.

Yes, a Class-3 DSC is required for the authorised signatory to sign and submit electronic filings on the gateway.

An AD Code identifies your bank for foreign exchange settlement on trade transactions — it must be registered against every port you ship through before clearance can be processed.

Typically around 3 working days once your IEC, DSC, and AD Code documents are in order, though customs verification timelines can vary.

Yes — customs brokers hold their own licensed ICEGATE registration, separate from the importer or exporter accounts they file on behalf of.

IEC certificate, PAN, Class-3 DSC, GST certificate where applicable, AD Code letter, and authorisation documents — see the Documents section above.

Yes, a single ICEGATE account can have AD Codes registered against multiple ports and airports as your trade routes expand.

Filing gets blocked until a renewed DSC is registered against your profile again — we track expiry dates so this doesn't catch clients off guard.

Because we handle DSC, IEC, and AD Code linking as routine work, keep you informed at every verification stage, and stay on for compliance long after your account goes live.