ICEGATE registration is a crucial step for cargo carriers and trading partners in India. ICEGATE, or Indian Customs Electronic Gateway, facilitates the electronic submission of shipping bills and bills of entry, streamlining the customs clearance process. By reducing the reliance on paperwork, ICEGATE speeds up the clearance process, cuts down on overall costs, and enhances visibility into the status of shipments. This registration is entirely online, offering significant benefits such as reduced processing times, lower manpower costs, and improved tracking capabilities. Additionally, registering on ICEGATE enables exporters to receive payments in foreign currencies through AD code registration. This article provides a comprehensive overview of ICEGATE registration, including the necessary documents and the application process, highlighting the various advantages it offers to registered users.
Types of ICEGATE Registration
ICEGATE Partnership Registration
To register under the ICEGATE Partnership program, navigate to the ICEGATE portal and click on the “sign up” link. This will direct you to the ICEGATE partnership registration page, where you can complete the registration process. This method enables you to file documents online, a feature not available with the Simplified Auto Registration.
ICEGATE Simplified Registration
Simplified Auto Registration on ICEGATE is designed to facilitate the registration process for importers and exporters by providing access to various information services and reports. This registration requires IEC and GSTIN, and involves OTP verification via email and mobile phone. Unlike the Partnership Registration, Simplified Auto Registration does not necessitate the upload of a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC), PAN verification, or document uploads. This streamlined process enables users to register and submit documents through ICEGATE with fewer procedural requirements.
ICEGATE Registration Process
- Visit the Official ICEGATE Website
Go to the official ICEGATE website to begin the registration process. - Access the Registration Link
Click on the registration link provided on the homepage or the service link to start filling out the registration form. - Choose Simplified Registration
Select the option for Simplified Registration to proceed with the application. - Enter Required Information
Input your IEC, GSTIN, and the temporary password sent by ICEGATE into the designated fields. - Create ICEGATE ID and Password
Choose a unique ICEGATE ID and password. The ID should not contain spaces, special characters (other than “-” and “_”), and must be alphanumeric and no longer than 25 characters. Ensure the password is complex and matches the confirmation password. - Authenticate with OTP
After updating the information, you will receive two OTPs—one on your mobile number and one on your email. Enter these OTPs to verify your details. - Complete the Registration
Click “Finish” to complete the registration process. Confirm by selecting “Yes” when prompted to continue with the auto IEC Registration Process. You will then receive a notification confirming your registration on ICEGATE.
ICEGATE Registration Guidelines by DGFT
- IEC holders are urged to register at the new Registration Module as soon as possible if they plan to file documents at ICEGATE using RES.
- Before beginning the registration procedure, all users are advised to use their Individual Type Class III DSC tokens plugged into their systems. At the time of registration, all users are required to upload their DSCs.
- The PAN details of the applicant will be verified against the PAN database of the Income Tax department at the time of registration. Moreover, the applicant entity must also upload a copy of the PAN during the registration process. Ensure that the name given during ICEGATE registration matches the name on your PAN card.
- Only G-Card holders are allowed to register as CHA employees since they are allowed to digitally sign documents using DSC, whereas H-card holders are not allowed to do so.
- An entity can register on ICEGATE with only one parent user and the other users will be registered as child users.
- The ICES registration number given during registration is utilized to obtain information from ICES directories and is displayed for verification. The data collection process starts only when the applicant verifies their data.
- If the IEC-authorized person is no longer employed by the IEC holder, the IEC holder has the authority to disable the IEC-authorized person. Therefore, the IEC holders are encouraged to disable the IEC-approved person in the ICEGATE Registration module.