It is essential to mention port code numbers in GST returns by companies exporting goods from India. These numbers simplify a lot of processes related to reporting, monitoring, verifying and claiming exporters’ GST incentives. This article explains the importance of port codes in filing GST returns for exports and provides the port code list in India.
A port code is a unique standardised alphanumeric identifier specific to a custom port engaged in international trades. Worldwide, every port has its unique identifying port code.
For example, port codes for,
As per the convention of international trade and logistics, port codes can be assigned to every type of custom port including:
Mentioning port codes while filing GST returns is essential as per the format and it serves many purposes. The importance of port code in GST is given below:
Below is the list of port codes in India-
PORT NAME | PORT CODE | MODE | INDIAN STATES |
---|---|---|---|
AACHIVS SEZ/NOIDA | INDEA6 | ICD | UTTAR PRADESH |
AAL-SEZ/Visakhapatnam | INNRP6 | ICD | Andhra Pradesh |
AA-SEZ AHMEDABAD | INAPI6 | ICD | Gujarat |
Achra | INACH1 | SEA | Maharashtra |
Adalaj | INADA6 | ICD | Gujarat |
AEPL SEZ/GURGAON | INGGE6 | ICD | HARYANA |
Agartala | INAGT8 | ROAD | Tripura |
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From the above go-to guide, you can accurately report details in tax returns and invoice.