Welcome To Dwarkadhish Overseas Private Limited
DGFT, Customs and Export Compliance Support Across India
What Is an AD Code?
AD Code means Authorised Dealer Code. It is a unique seven-digit code associated with a bank branch authorised to deal in foreign exchange.
The AD Code connects an exporter’s bank account and foreign-remittance banking relationship with the relevant Customs location. ICEGATE classifies this under the Foreign Remittance Account — Authorised Dealer Code section of its Bank Account Management facility.
An exporter normally obtains an AD Code letter from the bank branch maintaining the applicable export account. The exporter then registers the bank and AD Code details for the relevant Customs location through ICEGATE.
Eligibility
Who Needs AD Code Registration?
AD Code registration is generally relevant for:
Manufacturers exporting goods
Merchant exporters
Trading exporters
Export houses
MSME exporters
Businesses exporting through sea ports
Businesses exporting through air cargo complexes
Exporters using Inland Container Depots
Businesses starting exports from a new Customs location
Exporters changing their foreign-remittance bank account
Exporters whose bank branch has undergone a merger or IFSC change
The exact requirement depends on the transaction, Customs location, shipping process and nature of export.
Why it matters
Why Is AD Code Registration Required?
AD Code registration helps Customs identify the bank through which the exporter handles foreign-exchange and export-remittance transactions.
The registration establishes a link between:
The exporter’s IEC
The exporter’s PAN
The export bank account
The bank branch
The bank’s AD Code
he relevant Customs location
ICEGATE’s Bank Account Management manual describes the AD Code account as the declaration of banks used for foreign remittances. The system records the Customs location, bank, AD Code, account number and Customs approval status.
Depending on the nature of the export and applicable Customs process, registration may be relevant for:
Processing export Shipping Bills
Declaring the foreign-remittance bank
Linking the exporter’s bank account with a Customs location
Export-clearance documentation
Customs verification of exporter banking details
Correct transmission of export-related information
Export transactions through ports, airports and ICDs
The registration does not replace the exporter’s IEC, ICEGATE account or banking arrangements.
Registration Service
Our AD Code Registration Services
Dwarkadhish Overseas assists businesses at different stages of the registration process.
New AD Code registration
We assist exporters registering their bank and AD Code details for a Customs location for the first time.
AD Code registration at an additional port
Businesses already registered at one location may require the same or another bank account to be registered at an additional Customs port, airport or ICD.
Bank Authorisation Letter review
We review whether the bank letter contains the information required for the ICEGATE application.
Cancelled-cheque review
We verify whether the cancelled cheque or bank-endorsed statement matches the bank account and exporter details.
ICEGATE application filing assistance
We assist with entering the bank, branch, account, Customs location and document details in the applicable ICEGATE section.
Document-upload assistance
We assist with the preparation and upload of the applicable supporting document through the ICEGATE process.
Customs approval follow-up
We monitor the available application status and provide standard follow-up support for the submitted registration.
Rejected AD Code application assistance
We review the rejection information and identify the corrections required before filing a fresh application.
AD Code modification
Where the system permits modification of an accepted account, we assist with the applicable bank or account changes.
IFSC update after bank merger
We assist exporters where the bank’s IFSC has changed due to a merger, branch change or restructuring.
Customs-location correction
We assist when an incorrect Customs location has been selected or the exporter needs registration for another location.
Existing bank-account review
We help verify whether the account is reflected as accepted, pending or rejected at the applicable Customs location.
Registration
AD Code Registration on ICEGATE
qAD Code registration is now available through the exporter’s ICEGATE user profile. ICEGATE’s official FAQ states that users can complete online AD Code registration by accessing their user profile.
The Bank Account Management section contains two different account categories:
Foreign Remittance Account — AD Code
This account is used to declare the bank used for foreign-remittance purposes.
Refund or Incentive Account
This account is used for applicable export incentives and refunds. It records information such as the IFSC, account number, Customs status and PFMS status.
Is AD Code Registration Port-Specific?
The ICEGATE application requires the exporter to select a Customs location while adding the foreign-remittance bank account. The approved registration is displayed against the applicable location code.
An exporter operating through multiple Customs locations may therefore need to add or register the bank and AD Code information for each relevant location, depending on the applicable operational requirement.
Examples may include:
Sea port
Air cargo complex
Inland Container Depot
Land Customs Station
Courier terminal
Other eligible Customs location
The exact Customs location code should be verified before filing.
What you get
What Is Included in Our ₹3,999 Service?
Our fee for a standard AD Code registration includes:
- Initial requirement assessment
- Assistance with identifying the right customs location
- Preliminary check of the ICEGATE profile
- Checklist of basic documents
- Analysis of the cancelled cheque/bank statement
- Preliminary preparation of the application
- Standard assistance with online application
- Support with uploading documents
- Coordination with OTP submission
- Follow-up on the Customs approval
- Completing the process or getting an update on its status
Additional Quote
Work that may require an additional quotation
Extra charges will be incurred when the application requires:
- Rejection of the application
- Incorrect identification of the Customs location
- Mismatch between IEC/PAN/bank details
- Multiple Customs locations
- Multiple bank accounts
- Changes to IFSC/bank merger
- Errors in ICEGATE profile
- Conflict of existing account
- Registration is old/repeat registration
- Issues with e-Sanchit document
- Custom query or objection
- Representations at the department
- · Physical submission (when applicable)
A separate scope and quotation should be provided before additional work begins.
Checklist
Documents Required for AD Code Registration
The final checklist may differ depending on the Customs location and case.
For a standard application, the following documents and information should generally be kept ready:
Document / Information
Requirement
IEC Certificate
Required
PAN linked with IEC
Required
ICEGATE registration
Required for online filing
Cancelled cheque
Required in standard cases
Bank-endorsed account statement
May be used where applicable
Bank account number
Required
Bank name and branch
Required
AD Code
Required
IFSC Code
Required where applicable
Customs location code
Required
Registered mobile number
Required for OTP
Registered email address
Required for OTP and communication
GSTIN
Where applicable
Existing application reference
For pending or rejected cases
Rejection or error screenshot
For troubleshooting
Prerequisites Before Filing
Before the submission of the form, the exporter needs to check the following:
- Status of IEC
- Accuracy of PAN details
- Company has ICEGATE account
- Applicant can access the ICEGATE account
- Mobile phone number used for registration is accessible
- Email ID used for registration is accessible
- Export bank account is active
- Bank has provided AD Code letter
- All details provided in the bank letter are accurate
- Cheque or bank statement used matches the bank account
- Proper customs office is chosen
- Legible scanned copy of document has been uploaded
Missing or inconsistent information may result in delay or rejection.
Our Process
AD Code Registration Process
Clear, structured and remote — from discovery to handover.
Requirement assessment
Just go through these and tell me which one fits your situation: Setting up a new registration, Adding another port to your current one, Updating your AD Code, Got a rejection and need to sort it out, Changing your bank or IFSC details, Or just checking in on a customs approval.
Customs-location confirmation
The exact port, airport, ICD or Customs location code is verified before filing.
Document collection and review
We collect and review: IEC, PAN information, Bank Authorisation Letter, Cancelled cheque or endorsed bank statement, ICEGATE login availability, Existing application status.
ICEGATE filing
Under Bank Account Management, the Foreign Remittance Account — AD Code option is selected. The current ICEGATE manual describes the filing steps as including: Selecting the bank and branch, Entering the bank account number, Selecting the Customs location, Selecting the document type, Uploading the supporting document, Verifying the document, Submitting the application, Completing OTP verification through the registered mobile number or email
Customs approval and completion
After filing, the application is reviewed by the relevant Customs authority. We monitor the available status and share the completion, approval, rejection or further-action update.
Pending?
What Does “Customs Pending” Mean?
“Customs Pending” generally means that the online application has been submitted but approval from the relevant Customs location is still awaited.
ICEGATE’s current FAQ advises users whose AD Code status shows “Custom Pending” to wait approximately 7–10 working days. This is an indicative portal response and not a guaranteed approval timeline.
A longer delay may occur because of:
Customs workload
Document verification
Incorrect bank letter
Mismatch in account details
Unclear uploaded document
Incorrect location selection
Additional departmental review
Portal-related issues
Application Rejected
What Happens If the Application Is Rejected?
The rejection reason should first be reviewed carefully.
ICEGATE’s FAQ states that where an AD Code application has been rejected by the Customs officer, the user should submit a new application rather than modify the rejected application.
Before submitting again, verify:
Bank letter format
IEC and PAN details
Bank-account number
Account-holder name
AD Code
IFSC
Customs location
Document clarity
Bank confirmation
Uploaded document type
Repeated filing without correcting the reason may result in another rejection.
AD Code Registration Fees
Standard professional charges
The displayed amount is the starting professional charge for one standard AD Code registration at one Customs location.
₹
3,999
/ starting*
- Initial consultation
- Basic document review
- One Customs-location application
- Standard application preparation
- Online filing assistance
- Basic document-upload support
- Standard follow-up
- Government or statutory charges, where applicable
- ICEGATE registration
- IEC application or amendment
- Multiple Customs locations
- Application rejection handling
- Third-party expenses
- Work outside the agreed standard scope
How Long Does AD Code Registration Take?
The AD Code FAQ refers to approximately 7 working days where the application remains Customs pending, but the government approval date cannot be guaranteed.
Troubleshooting
Common AD Code Registration Problems
Bank Authorisation Letter does not contain complete details
The bank letter may omit the IEC, PAN confirmation, branch email, account-holder name or AD Code.
Our approach: We review the letter and provide a correction checklist before filing.
PAN linked with the bank account does not match IEC PAN
ICEGATE requires the bank letter to confirm that the PAN associated with the account is the same as the PAN associated with the IEC.
Our approach: We first identify where the mismatch is. Based on that, the applicant can contact the bank or DGFT for the required correction.
Incorrect bank account number
If the account number entered is incorrect or doesn't match the bank records the application may not be accepted.
Our approach: We go through the bank details carefully before filing to reduce the chances of rejection.
Incorrect AD Code
The AD Code mentioned in the application may not match the bank branch or bank letter.
Our approach: The code is verified against the bank-issued document.
Wrong Customs location selected
The exporter may select the wrong port, terminal, airport or ICD location.
Our approach: We identify the appropriate ICEGATE Customs location before filing.
Customs location is not visible
The required Customs location may not appear because of profile, registration, location-code or portal issues.
Our approach: We review the ICEGATE profile and location requirement before suggesting further action.
Uploaded document is unclear
A blurred, cropped or unreadable bank letter may not be accepted.
Our approach: We request a clear document in the appropriate format and size.
IRN or uploaded-document issue
The Bank Account Management process includes verification of the uploaded proof document and generation or population of an IRN in the application flow.
Our approach: We review the document-upload stage, document type and available portal message.
OTP is not received
OTP may be delayed due to wrong mobile or email number, network problems, or portal problems.
Our approach: We validate the contact number and email id and use the facility of resending OTP.
Application is Customs pending
The application has been submitted but not yet accepted or rejected.
Our approach: We check the date of filing, Customs location and application status before recommending follow-up.
Application is rejected
The uploaded document or application information may have been found incomplete or inconsistent.
Our approach:We review the rejection reason, correct the issue and assist with a new application.
IFSC changed due to bank merger
ICEGATE’s FAQ directs users to the bank-account management modification option when the IFSC changes because of a bank merger.
Our approach: We assess whether the accepted account is eligible for modification and collect updated bank documents.
Existing account cannot be modified
The ICEGATE manual states that only accounts whose Customs status is reflected as Accepted can be modified through the stated process.
Our approach:We review the account status before choosing modification or a fresh application.
Difference
AD Code, IFSC and Refund Account: What Is the Difference?
Item
Purpose
AD Code
Identifies the bank branch authorised for foreign-exchange dealings
IFSC Code
Identifies the bank branch for electronic banking transactions
Bank account number
Identifies the exporter’s individual bank account
Foreign Remittance Account
ICEGATE account category used for AD Code declaration
Refund / Incentive Account
Separate ICEGATE account category used for applicable refunds and incentives
IEC
Identifies the importer or exporter under DGFT
An exporter should not assume that registering one of these automatically completes all other banking and Customs requirements.
Why Dwarkadhish overseas
Why Choose Dwarkadhish Overseas?
Customs-focused assistance
Our services are focused on Customs, DGFT, export incentives and export compliance.
Document verification before filing
We review the basic bank letter, cheque and exporter information to reduce avoidable errors.
Customs-location support
We assist identify the proper port, airport or ICD location before filing.
Transparent pricing
The standard service scope and possible additional charges are explained before execution.
Assistance with pending and rejected cases
Our support is not limited to new registrations. We also review pending, rejected and modification requirements.
Connected export services
After AD Code registration, our team can assist with ICEGATE, IGST Refund, Duty Drawback, RoDTEP, EPCG and ongoing export compliance.
Remote services across India
Most document review, application filing and client coordination can be completed remotely, subject to departmental requirements.
Related Services
ICEGATE Registration
Get your exporter or importer account registered on the Indian Customs electronic platform.
IEC Registration
Apply for or update the Import Export Code required for import-export activities.
Support for IGST Refund
Stuck on your export IGST Refunds, Shipping Bill differences, and Custom validation issues.
Duty Drawback Support
Help for outstanding drawback cases, scroll issues, and Shipping Bill discrepancies.
Outsource your Export Compliance
Outsourcing the management of your export compliance process.
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AD Code Registration Across India
Dwarkadhish Overseas assists exporters with AD Code registration at major Customs ports, airports and Inland Container Depots across India.
Mumbai
Delhi NCR
Bengaluru
Chennai
Ahmedabad
Surat
Hyderabad
Kolkata
Pune
Indore
Jaipur
Kochi
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
AD Code stands for Authorised Dealer Code.
The AD Code is issued by the authorized bank branch that serves the exporter customer. The AD Code information and Bank Authorisation Letter will be given by the authorized bank branch.
ICEGATE allows online registration through the user profile and Bank Account Management facility. Final approval remains with the relevant Customs authority.
The typical documents required include a Bank Authorization letter, a canceled check/bank endorsed account statement along with IEC, PAN and bank account information.
Yes. In case exports are done through multiple Customs port codes, you might have to include the bank and AD Code information of multiple ports as well.
The starting fee for our standard service package is Rs. 3,999 per basic application in a single Customs location.
ICEGATE’s FAQ indicates approximately 7–10 working days where the status remains Customs pending. This is indicative and not guaranteed.
Review and correct the rejection reason. ICEGATE’s FAQ states that a new application should be submitted after rejection.
The ICEGATE manual states that accounts showing Customs status as Accepted can be selected for modification through the prescribed process.
Yes. Most application and document-coordination services can be provided remotely across India, subject to Customs and portal requirements.