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A Shipping Bill is the primary document required by Customs Authorities for the clearance of goods for export. It serves as an application by the exporter for the permission to load goods onto the ship or aircraft.
Once the Customs officer grants the "Let Export Order" (LEO) on the Shipping Bill, the goods can be legally exported. This document is also the basis for claiming export incentives like Duty Drawback, RoDTEP, and IGST refunds.
Selecting the right category is crucial for claiming incentives.
Filed for goods that do not attract any export duty and for which no duty drawback is being claimed. Commonly used for general merchandise under LUT (Letter of Undertaking).
Filed when the exporter intends to claim Duty Drawback on duties paid on raw materials. The Drawback Serial Number (DBK Sr No) must be mentioned correctly.
Filed for exports under specific DGFT schemes like Advance Authorization, EPCG, or RoDTEP. The license details must be linked in the declaration.
Ensure these documents are ready for e-Sanchit upload to generate the Shipping Bill.
Shipping Bill cannot be generated if your AD Code is not registered at the Port of Loading. We can register it for you.
Register AD CodeDraft filing based on Invoice/PL. Client approval is mandatory.
Submit to ICEGATE. SB Number is generated.
Cargo arrives at port. Customs Officer registers goods in system.
Let Export Order" granted after verification. Goods cleared for loading.
Export General Manifest filed by carrier. Proof of export generated.
Per Bill of Entry
+ GST
A Shipping Bill filed without "Incentive Strategy" is a direct loss of 3%–7% of your profit margin.
Most exporters miss out on RoDTEP or Drawback because they use the wrong Scheme Code(e.g., filing under "Free" instead of "Drawback"). CloudDesk’s Incentive Engine maps your HSN code to every available government benefit, ensuring all claimable amounts are declared before the Let Export Order (LEO) is generated.
For the first time in 2026, the "System Validation" between your E-Way Bill, GST Invoice, and Shipping Bill is instantaneous.CloudDesk performs a Triple-Check Sync to ensure values, quantity, and HSN codes match perfectly, preventing the dreaded "SB005" error that blocks IGST refunds.
The moment the Customs officer grants the Let Export Order (LEO), your cargo is legally exported.CloudDesk provides a Live Milestones Dashboard—from Goods Arrival to Examination to LEO and finally EGM (Export General Manifest)—so you can tell your buyer exactly when the ship is sailing.
Your export is only "Complete" in the eyes of the law when the shipping line files the EGM. If the EGM is not filed or has errors, your incentives are blocked.CloudDesk Monitors EGM Status and automatically triggers a follow-up with the shipping line if it’s not filed within 48 hours of vessel sailing.
Under Section 50, it must be filed before the goods are brought into the Customs Area (Port/Airport). In practice, it is usually filed 24–48 hours before the truck arrives at the gate to ensure smooth entry.
LEO is the final approval from the Customs Officer that allows the goods to be loaded onto the ship or aircraft. Once LEO is granted, the Shipping Bill cannot be easily edited. CloudDesk ensures all your data is 100% accurate before it reaches the officer's screen.
"You must mention the Scheme Code in the Shipping Bill. • RoDTEP: Use the specific code for the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products. • Drawback: Mention the DBK Schedule number and ""Brand Rate"" or ""All Industry Rate."" CloudDesk’s Scheme Validator does this for you automatically based on your product."
Yes. You can claim the refund of the IGST paid on exports and also claim the "All Industry Rate" of Duty Drawback (for the Customs portion). CloudDesk ensures your declaration is set up to receive both without manual intervention.
This is a "Data Mismatch" error between ICEGATE and GSTN. It is the #1 reason IGST refunds are delayed. CloudDesk’s Pre-Filing Sync catches these mismatches (like a missing 'dot' in the address or a 1-paise difference in value) before you hit submit.
Yes, but it requires a Section 149 Amendment and usually a physical hearing at the Customs house. It is time-consuming and can involve penalties. CloudDesk handles the drafting and follow-up for these "Post-LEO" amendments.
The Export General Manifest (EGM) is filed by the carrier (Shipping Line/Airline). It is the final proof that the goods have actually left India. Without a "Clean EGM" status, the GST department will not release your refund.
Before the final Shipping Bill is generated, a "Checklist" is created. This is your last chance to verify all details. CloudDesk sends this checklist to your phone for a one-click "Approved" or "Edit" signal, ensuring no data is filed without your consent.