What is an AD Code and why do I need it to export from Delhi?

AD Code (Authorized Dealer Code) is a 14-digit number from your RBI-authorized bank on letterhead, registered on ICEGATE for your customs port. Without it, ICEGATE will not allow shipping bill generation - no goods can ship from IGI Air Customs (INDEL4), ICD Tughlakabad (INTKD6), or ICD Okhla. Also required for RoDTEP, Duty Drawback, and IGST refund credits to reach your bank account.

How do I get an AD Code letter from my bank in Delhi?

Write formal letter to Branch Manager of your RBI-authorized Category-I AD bank (SBI, PNB, HDFC, ICICI, Axis). Request AD Code mentioning IEC number and Delhi port (INDEL4 for IGI Airport or INTKD6 for Tughlakabad). Submit with IEC certificate, PAN, GST, cancelled cheque. Bank issues 14-digit code on letterhead in 1-3 working days. Name/address must exactly match IEC to avoid ICEGATE rejection.

Which ports require AD Code registration in Delhi?

Three main ports: (1) IGI Air Customs INDEL4 for air cargo; (2) ICD Tughlakabad INTKD6 for sea freight via CONCOR rail to JNPT - India's largest dry port; (3) ICD Okhla for South Delhi. Per CBIC PN 93/2020, register at ONE port, reflects at all others. But IFSC for Duty Drawback/IGST refunds must be registered port-wise separately at each Delhi port - Patron includes this as standard.

What documents are required for AD Code registration?

AD Code letter from bank on letterhead; IEC certificate from DGFT; company PAN card; GST certificate; cancelled cheque; authorization letter/board resolution for companies; Class 3 DSC for ICEGATE; exporter's letter to Customs Commissioner at specific Delhi port. All names, addresses, PAN must be exactly consistent across all documents - any mismatch causes rejection.

How long does AD Code registration take in Delhi?

7-12 working days total: bank letter 1-3 days; ICEGATE setup 1-2 days; customs approval 3-4 days; IFSC registration 1-2 days (parallel). If rejected for name mismatch: 15-25 days. Patron's pre-check prevents rejections. Express service available for first-shipment urgency.

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Q: How do I register AD Code on ICEGATE?

Register on ICEGATE 2.0 (icegate.gov.in) as IEC holder with Class 3 DSC. Upload documents via eSanchit - receive DRN/IRN. Navigate to Financial Services > Bank Account Management > AD Code Registration. Select Delhi port (INDEL4 or INTKD6), enter AD Code and IRN, complete OTP, submit. Customs approval in 3-4 working days. Separately register IFSC port-wise for incentive payments.

Q: Can I register AD Code at multiple Delhi ports?

Per CBIC PN 93/2020, register at one port and it reflects at all others. So registering at IGI (INDEL4) makes AD Code available at Tughlakabad (INTKD6) and Okhla too. However, IFSC for Duty Drawback/IGST/RoDTEP credits must be registered separately at each Delhi port under Bank Account Export Promotion Incentive on ICEGATE. Patron registers IFSC at all ports as standard. Quick Answers Delhi mein AD Code registration kaise karein? Pehle DGFT se IEC lo. Phir bank se AD Code letter lo (1-3 din). ICEGATE 2.0 par documents upload karo, Bank Account Management mein AD Code register karo - INDEL4 (IGI Airport) ya INTKD6 (Tughlakabad) select karo. Class 3 DSC mandatory hai. Approval 3-4 working days. Is AD Code same as IEC? No. IEC = 10-digit DGFT identity. AD Code = 14-digit bank code linking IEC to bank account at customs port. Both mandatory - IEC first, then AD Code. AD Code ki validity? Lifetime - no renewal required. But if bank changes, update AD Code on ICEGATE with new bank details.

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14-Digit Authorized Dealer Code: Issued by your RBI-authorized bank on letterhead in DGFT-prescribed format. Registered on ICEGATE portal for customs clearance at Delhi ports

3 Delhi Customs Ports: IGI Air Customs (INDEL4) for air cargo | ICD Tughlakabad (INTKD6) - India's largest dry port | ICD Okhla for South Delhi manufacturers

Lifetime Validity - No Renewal: One-time registration on ICEGATE. No annual renewal required. No government fee - only bank charges Rs 500-2,000

Unlocks Export Incentives: Without AD Code: no shipping bill, no customs clearance, no RoDTEP/Duty Drawback/IGST refunds. All credited to AD Code-linked bank account

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Patron ran our IEC and AD Code concurrently - we had both ready in 10 days instead of the 4 weeks it would have taken serially. They caught a name mismatch between our GST and IEC before the bank letter was requested. First shipment cleared IGI Airport on time.

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AD Code Registration in Delhi - At a Glance

📌 TL;DR - AD Code Registration in Delhi Services at a Glance

AD Code Registration in Delhi is the mandatory process of obtaining a 14-digit Authorized Dealer Code from your RBI-authorized bank and registering it on ICEGATE (icegate.gov.in) for Delhi's customs ports - IGI Air Customs (INDEL4), ICD Tughlakabad (INTKD6), or ICD Okhla. Requires IEC from DGFT. One-time registration; lifetime validity; no government fee. Learn more about AD Code Registration across India.

Delhi exports flow through three customs channels: IGI Airport air cargo, ICD Tughlakabad rail containers to JNPT (India's largest dry port), and ICD Okhla. Every Delhi exporter must register AD Code at the correct port on ICEGATE.

The DGFT Delhi Regional Office at Udyog Bhawan issues the IEC that is the mandatory pre-requisite for AD Code. Patron runs IEC and AD Code as a concurrent workflow, eliminating weeks of serial delay. For IEC, see IEC Registration. For GST compliance, see GST Registration.

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What Is AD Code Registration?

AD Code Registration is the mandatory one-time process of obtaining a 14-digit Authorized Dealer Code from an RBI-authorized bank branch and registering it on the ICEGATE portal (icegate.gov.in) for the specific customs port, enabling shipping bill generation, FEMA-compliant foreign exchange receipts, and direct credit of export incentives like RoDTEP, Duty Drawback, and IGST refunds.

Every export requires three linked registrations: (1) IEC from DGFT - the exporter's identity; (2) AD Code from your bank - linking IEC to your bank account; (3) ICEGATE registration - linking AD Code to the customs port. These are sequential: IEC first, then AD Code letter, then ICEGATE registration. Patron manages all three as a single integrated workflow for Delhi exporters.

Under FEMA 1999, the AD Code links every shipping bill to the RBI-authorized dealer bank through which export proceeds must flow. RBI monitors through EDPMS/IDPMS systems. A wrong or unregistered AD Code disrupts FEMA tracking and can expose the exporter to RBI queries. For company formation before exporting, see Company Registration.

Key Terms for AD Code Registration in Delhi:

AD Code: 14-digit number from RBI-authorized bank branch on letterhead in DGFT-prescribed format. Uniquely identifies the bank branch for export forex transactions.

IEC: 10-digit Import Export Code from DGFT - mandatory pre-requisite. DGFT Delhi Regional Office at Udyog Bhawan issues IEC for Delhi businesses.

ICEGATE: Indian Customs Electronic Gateway (icegate.gov.in) - national digital customs platform. All shipping bills filed here. AD Code registration done under "Bank Account Management."

CBIC PN 93/2020: Single-port AD Code rule - register at one port, reflects at all others. BUT IFSC for incentives must be registered port-wise separately.

EDPMS/IDPMS: RBI systems tracking export/import transactions via AD Code. Every shipping bill generates an EDPMS entry linked to the exporter's AD Code.

Delhi Customs ICEGATE Portal

Who Needs AD Code Registration in Delhi?

Karol Bagh is Delhi's most concentrated garment export cluster. Hundreds of manufacturers and trading houses export apparel to US, EU, Middle East. AD Code at IGI Air Customs (INDEL4) is critical - most apparel exports move by air through IGI Airport's Air Cargo Complex. RoDTEP credits (1-4% of FOB value) are credited to the AD Code-linked bank account.

Chandni Chowk - Old Delhi's historic trading district - is the heart of handicraft, jewellery, spices, and textile exports. Most Chandni Chowk exporters use ICD Tughlakabad (INTKD6) for sea freight via CONCOR's daily rail containers to JNPT Mumbai - more cost-effective than road transport. ICD Tughlakabad, commissioned 1993, is India's largest dry port by volume.

Nehru Place and Connaught Place IT/software companies represent a significant AD Code audience - software exporters receiving foreign exchange remittances need FEMA compliance under EDPMS. Okhla, Bawana, and Narela manufacturers who ship containers use Tughlakabad as their primary customs and stuffing point. E-commerce MSME exporters use IGI Airport courier services.

What Is Included in Patron's AD Code Service in Delhi

Service	What We Do
IEC Pre-check and DGFT Coordination	Verify existing IEC or initiate concurrent IEC application through DGFT Delhi (Udyog Bhawan) alongside AD Code preparation
Bank Letter Drafting and Liaison	Draft AD Code request letter in DGFT-prescribed format. Coordinate with bank's forex desk for 14-digit AD Code letter issuance (1-3 days)
ICEGATE 2.0 Registration and AD Code Filing	Complete ICEGATE registration, eSanchit document upload, Bank Account Management AD Code registration at correct Delhi port (INDEL4/INTKD6/Okhla)
IFSC Port-wise Registration	Separately register IFSC at each Delhi customs port for Duty Drawback and IGST refund credits - the step most exporters miss
DSC Procurement Advisory	Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate coordination - mandatory for ICEGATE document filing
Name/Address Consistency Pre-Check	Verify exact match across PAN, IEC, GST, and bank records before bank letter request - prevents ICEGATE rejection
Multi-Port Coverage	AD Code correctly linked at all relevant Delhi ports (IGI + Tughlakabad + Okhla) with IFSC at each location

Our Process

How to Register AD Code in Delhi - 5 Steps

Expert AD Code registration from Patron's Rohini office - IEC coordination, bank letter drafting, ICEGATE filing, and IFSC port-wise registration.

Step 1

Obtain IEC from DGFT Delhi (Pre-requisite)

IEC from DGFT is mandatory before any bank issues AD Code. Apply online at dgft.gov.in. DGFT Delhi Regional Office at Udyog Bhawan, Maulana Azad Road issues IEC in 1-3 working days. Patron starts bank letter drafting concurrently while IEC processes - eliminating serial delay.

IEC ObtainedConcurrent Workflow Started

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Step 2

Obtain AD Code Letter from Your Bank

Write formal letter to Branch Manager of your RBI-authorized AD bank requesting AD Code. Must reference IEC and specify Delhi port (INDEL4 or INTKD6). Bank issues 14-digit AD Code on letterhead in 1-3 days. Name and address must exactly match IEC certificate.

AD Code Letter ReceivedPort-Specific Format

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Step 3

Register on ICEGATE 2.0 and Upload Documents

Create ICEGATE account at icegate.gov.in as IEC holder. Class 3 DSC required. Upload all documents via eSanchit: AD Code letter, IEC, PAN, GST, cancelled cheque, authorization letter. Each gets a DRN and IRN. Ensure exact name/address match across all documents.

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Step 4

Register AD Code at Delhi Customs Port on ICEGATE

Navigate to Financial Services > Bank Account Management > AD Code Registration. Select Delhi port: INDEL4 (IGI Airport) or INTKD6 (Tughlakabad). Enter AD Code and IRN, complete OTP. SEPARATELY register IFSC port-wise for Duty Drawback and IGST refunds - the step most exporters miss.

AD Code RegisteredIFSC Port-wise Done

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Step 5

Track Status, Download Certificate, Begin Exporting

Track on ICEGATE dashboard. Customs approval in 3-4 working days. Download AD Code Registration Certificate. Share with CHA and freight forwarder. First shipping bill can now be generated on ICEGATE. RoDTEP and Duty Drawback credits flow to IFSC-registered bank account.

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Documents Required for AD Code Registration in Delhi

AD Code Letter from Bank - 14-digit code on bank letterhead in DGFT format. Name/address must exactly match IEC certificate
IEC Certificate from DGFT - must be valid and active, not on DGFT alert list
PAN Card - company PAN and/or proprietor PAN. ICEGATE validates against IT records
GST Registration Certificate - ICEGATE cross-checks GSTN database. Name/address must match IEC and AD Code letter
Cancelled Cheque or Bank Account Proof - confirms account number and IFSC code
Authorization Letter or Board Resolution - for companies/LLPs authorizing the signatory
Class 3 DSC - mandatory for ICEGATE document filing and submission
Exporter's Letter to Customs Commissioner - on business letterhead requesting AD Code registration at specific Delhi port (INDEL4 or INTKD6)

Common Challenges Delhi Exporters Face

Challenge	Impact	How Patron Accounting Solves It
Name/Address Mismatch - ICEGATE Rejection	"Pvt. Ltd." vs "Private Limited", address format differences, PIN code variations cause exact-string-match rejection	Pre-verify exact consistency across bank records, IEC, GST, PAN before bank letter request. Rejection prevented at source
IFSC Registration Missed - Incentives Stuck	AD Code registered but IFSC not registered port-wise. RoDTEP/Duty Drawback/IGST refunds stuck at customs	IFSC port-wise registration at all Delhi ports (INDEL4, INTKD6, Okhla) included as mandatory standard step
Wrong Port Selected for Registration	Registered at IGI (INDEL4) but freight forwarder routes via Tughlakabad (INTKD6). Cross-port reflection not always instant	Confirm primary port with CHA/freight forwarder before registration. Port-specific guidance for all 3 Delhi ports
First Shipment Blocked - AD Code Skipped	IEC obtained without AD Code. CHA tries first shipping bill - ICEGATE rejects "No AD Code registered"	Express AD Code service: parallel bank + ICEGATE tracks. License obtained in shortest possible time

AD Code Registration Fees in Delhi

Fee Component	Amount
AD Code Registration (complete service)	Nil govt fee. Patron: from INR 1,999
Bank AD Code letter issuance	Bank charge: Rs 500-2,000
IEC from DGFT (if not yet obtained)	Rs 500 (govt fee)
IEC + AD Code Package (new exporters)	Rs 500 (IEC govt fee). Patron: from Rs 4,999 combined
DSC - Class 3 (if not yet obtained)	Rs 1,000-2,000 from Certifying Authority

All fees and charges listed are indicative only and do not constitute a binding offer. Final amounts may vary depending on the volume of work and the complexity involved.

Professional service charges for drafting, filing, and representation are separate from the statutory fees. The exact fee depends on the complexity of the case, disputed amount, and number of hearings required. Contact us for a detailed quote.

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Timeline for AD Code Registration in Delhi

Stage	Estimated Timeline
IEC pre-check or IEC application	1 day (check) or 1-3 days (new IEC)
Document preparation and consistency cross-check	1 working day
Bank AD Code letter issuance	1-3 working days
ICEGATE registration + eSanchit upload	1-2 working days
ICEGATE AD Code registration submission	1 working day
Delhi Customs approval	3-4 working days
Total: Bank letter to active AD Code	7-12 working days (no rejections)

Express service: For Karol Bagh garment exporters and Okhla manufacturers with confirmed export orders and tight shipment dates, Patron completes bank letter request and ICEGATE submission in parallel on the same day. The 3-4 day customs approval cannot be shortened, but the submission is perfect the first time - no rejections.

Key Benefits

Why Delhi Exporters Choose Patron

Concurrent IEC + AD Code

IEC and AD Code preparation start together on Day 1. Eliminates 3-4 weeks of serial delay for first-time Delhi exporters.

Name/Address Pre-Check

PAN, IEC, GST, and bank records verified for exact consistency before bank letter request. Prevents the most common ICEGATE rejection cause.

IFSC Port-wise Registration

IFSC registered at all Delhi ports (IGI INDEL4, Tughlakabad INTKD6, Okhla) as standard. Prevents export incentive credits from getting stuck.

3 Delhi Ports Knowledge

Port-specific guidance for IGI Airport (air cargo), ICD Tughlakabad (CONCOR rail containers to JNPT), and ICD Okhla. Generic platforms cannot replicate this.

Express First-Shipment Service

Parallel bank + ICEGATE tracks for exporters with confirmed orders and tight shipment dates. Perfect submission = fastest approval.

EDPMS/FEMA Advisory

AD Code treated as compliance requirement, not just customs registration. RBI tracking, FEMA repatriation timelines, and EDPMS explained.

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With offices in Pune, Mumbai, Delhi (Rohini), and Gurugram, Patron serves Karol Bagh garment exporters, Chandni Chowk handicraft exporters, Nehru Place IT exporters, and Okhla manufacturers with AD Code across IGI Airport, ICD Tughlakabad, and ICD Okhla.

AD Code vs IEC vs RCMC - Export Registrations for Delhi

Factor	AD Code Registration	IEC Registration (DGFT)
What it is	14-digit bank-issued code on ICEGATE linking IEC to bank account at customs port	10-digit unique identifier for all exporters/importers issued by DGFT
Who issues	RBI-authorized dealer bank (on letterhead); registered on ICEGATE	DGFT - Delhi Regional Office at Udyog Bhawan
Government fee	Nil (bank charges Rs 500-2,000)	Rs 500 (online application)
Validity	Lifetime - no renewal	Permanent (periodic update at DGFT)
Mandatory for shipping bill?	YES - cannot generate without registered AD Code	YES - IEC is pre-requisite for AD Code
Patron Delhi fee	From INR 1,999	From Rs 1,999 (IEC-only service)

Related Services for Delhi Exporters

AD Code Registration (India page) - National overview
IEC Registration - Import Export Code from DGFT (mandatory pre-requisite for AD Code)
GST Registration - GST compliance for export businesses
FSSAI Central License - For food exporters (mandatory regardless of turnover)
Company Registration - Incorporate export business

Legal Framework for AD Code Registration in Delhi

FEMA 1999: All export proceeds must be repatriated through RBI-authorized channels. AD Code links shipping bills to the specific AD bank for EDPMS monitoring. ICEGATE Portal
FT(D&R) Act 1992: Governs foreign trade policy. DGFT issues IEC under this Act. AD Code is in DGFT-approved format. DGFT Portal
ICEGATE (icegate.gov.in): CBIC's national digital customs platform. Shipping bills, Bills of Entry all filed here. AD Code mandatory pre-requisite for shipping bill generation.
CBIC PN 93/2020: Single-port AD Code rule. Register at one port, reflects at all others. BUT IFSC must still be registered port-wise for incentive payments. Delhi Customs
EDPMS/IDPMS: RBI export/import monitoring systems. Every shipping bill generates an EDPMS entry linked to AD Code. Wrong AD Code = FEMA compliance queries.
ICD Tughlakabad (INTKD6): India's largest dry port. CONCOR flagship terminal commissioned 1993. Daily rail to JNPT Mumbai. Port code INTKD6 on ICEGATE.

FAQs - AD Code Registration in Delhi

Expert answers about AD Code, ICEGATE registration, Delhi customs ports, and export compliance.

Quick Answers

Delhi mein AD Code registration kaise karein? Pehle DGFT se IEC lo. Phir bank se AD Code letter lo (1-3 din). ICEGATE 2.0 par documents upload karo, Bank Account Management mein AD Code register karo - INDEL4 (IGI Airport) ya INTKD6 (Tughlakabad) select karo. Class 3 DSC mandatory hai. Approval 3-4 working days.

Is AD Code same as IEC? No. IEC = 10-digit DGFT identity. AD Code = 14-digit bank code linking IEC to bank account at customs port. Both mandatory - IEC first, then AD Code.

AD Code ki validity? Lifetime - no renewal required. But if bank changes, update AD Code on ICEGATE with new bank details.

Why You Should Register AD Code Before Your First Shipment

No AD Code = No Shipping Bill = No Export: ICEGATE will not generate a shipping bill without registered AD Code. If goods are ready at IGI or Tughlakabad and you don't have AD Code, they cannot clear customs.

Export incentives = zero without IFSC registration: RoDTEP and Duty Drawback credits (1-5% of export value) only flow if IFSC is registered port-wise at each Delhi customs location.

FEMA clock starts from shipping bill date: Wrong AD Code generates EDPMS mismatch and RBI compliance queries. Get it right the first time.

AD Code Registration in Delhi - Partner with Patron

AD Code Registration in Delhi is the critical bridge between having an IEC and actually shipping goods. For Karol Bagh garment exporters, Chandni Chowk handicraft traders, Okhla manufacturers, and Nehru Place IT exporters - AD Code links IEC, bank account, and ICEGATE for every shipping bill, FEMA receipt, and export incentive credit.

Patron Accounting LLP's Rohini office provides complete AD Code registration - concurrent IEC + AD Code workflow, name/address pre-check, bank letter drafting with port-specific language, and IFSC registration at all three Delhi customs ports as standard.

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Content Created: 24 March 2026 | Last Updated: 24 March 2026 | Next Review: 24 June 2026 | Reviewed By: CA & CS Team, Patron Accounting LLP

Reviewed quarterly. Monitor: ICEGATE advisory updates, CBIC circulars, Delhi Customs public notices, DGFT IEC changes. CA & CS Team, Patron Accounting LLP.