Customs Clearance & Freight Forwarding at Kandla (Deendayal)
Deendayal port · Gandhidham · INIXY1
Who clears cargo at Kandla (Deendayal) port?
Cargo at Kandla (Deendayal) port is cleared by a customs broker (CHA), who files the Bill of Entry or shipping bill, follows the assessment and attends any examination. RP International's office is in Gandhidham, about 15 km from the port, and our clearance desk is open 24 hours.
Kandla is our home port. Its liquid bulk, breakbulk and container berths, and Kandla SEZ in Gandhidham, are all within a short drive of the office, so documents, examinations and approvals are followed up in person.
- Location
- Kandla, near Gandhidham, Kutch district, Gujarat
- Operator
- Deendayal Port Authority, a major port of the Government of India
- Cargo
- Liquid bulk, dry bulk, breakbulk and containers
- Known for
- Edible oil, chemicals, fertiliser, timber and grain
- SEZ
- Kandla SEZ in Gandhidham
At the port
Why use a CHA based in Gandhidham for Kandla?
Gandhidham is the town that serves Kandla port. Our office is about 15 km from the berths, closer than any forwarder working from another city.
About 15 km from our Gandhidham office
- At the berth when the vessel is workedBreakbulk and liquid bulk discharges are supervised in person, not reported by phone.
- Kandla SEZ next doorSEZ filings and approvals are followed up at the zone in Gandhidham.
- A desk that does not closeThe clearance desk is open 24 hours for vessels that arrive at night.
Services
What can we handle for you at Kandla?
Clearance, breakbulk and liquid handling, SEZ work, freight and transport, all from Gandhidham.
Inland container depots
Can Kandla cargo be cleared inland?
Container cargo for north Gujarat can be cleared at ICD Ahmedabad and moved to or from the port under customs seal.
Industries
Which cargo moves through Kandla?
Kandla is a bulk port first: edible oil, chemicals, grain, metals and project cargo.
Process
How does customs clearance work at Kandla?
The same six steps for imports and exports. Starting before the vessel arrives saves the most time.
- Filed and followed by one team
- Examination attended at Kandla (Deendayal)
- Clearance desk open 24 hours
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Documents checked
Invoice, packing list, B/L or booking, IEC and any licence, matched before filing.
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Filed on ICEGATE
Bill of Entry for imports, shipping bill for exports, under the port's customs code.
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Assessment
Customs checks classification and value; queries answered the day they are raised.
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Duty and examination
Duty paid online; any examination arranged and attended at the terminal or CFS.
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Out-of-charge or LEO
Customs releases imports or gives the Let Export Order for loading.
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Delivery or loading
Import delivered to your door, or the export container gated in for its vessel.
Quote
Get a quote at Kandla (Deendayal)
Rates and the document list for your consignment, back within 24 hours.
- A team at the port, in Gandhidham
- Clearance desk open 24 hours
- Document list with every quote
Timing
How long does clearance take at Kandla?
Typical times once documents are complete. The berth, the cargo type and customs decide the rest.
| Stage | Typical | Depends on |
|---|---|---|
| Export clearance | About 24 hours | Documents complete and no examination |
| Import clearance | About 48 working hours | Documents complete, assessment without queries |
| Examination ordered | Adds the examination and report | Booked and attended at once |
| Assessment query | Pauses until answered | Answered the day it is raised |
| Licence or NOC needed | Waits for the other agency | Flagged at the quote stage |
Typical figures, not guarantees: the consignment, the terminal and customs decide.
Documents
What documents are needed at Kandla?
The core set for most shipments. We confirm the exact list for your cargo with every quote.
| Document | Import | Export |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial invoice | Required | Required |
| Packing list | Required | Required |
| Bill of lading | Required | After loading |
| IEC and GSTIN | Required | Required |
| Authority letter and KYC | Required | Required |
| AD code registration at this port | — | Required |
| Certificate of origin | If claiming FTA rate | If the buyer needs it |
| Licence or permit | By product | By product |
Trade lanes
Which trade lanes use Kandla?
Kandla handles bulk and breakbulk from many origins; this is the container lane we ship most.
Is Kandla port the same as Deendayal port?
Yes. Kandla port was renamed Deendayal Port in 2017, and the authority that runs it is the Deendayal Port Authority. Both names are still used, and its UN/LOCODE, INIXY1, has not changed.
What is the port code for Kandla?
Kandla (Deendayal) uses the UN/LOCODE INIXY1. It appears on the Bill of Entry, the shipping bill and the bill of lading, so check it matches on every document before filing.
How far is your office from Kandla port?
Our office is in Gandhidham, about 15 km from Kandla port. That is close enough to attend examinations, supervise discharges and meet customs officers on the same day.
What cargo does Kandla handle?
Kandla is mainly a bulk port: liquid bulk such as edible oil and chemicals, dry bulk such as grain, fertiliser and salt, breakbulk such as timber and steel, and containers.
Do you handle bulk edible oil at Kandla?
Yes. We coordinate discharge from the tanker to the storage tanks, arrange the quantity and quality survey, clear customs and move the oil onward by tanker truck.
Can you handle Kandla SEZ clearances?
Yes. Kandla SEZ is in Gandhidham, the same town as our office. We file bills of entry and shipping bills on SEZ Online and follow the approvals at the zone.
How long does clearance take at Kandla?
Once documents are complete, export clearance typically takes about 24 hours and import clearance about 48 working hours. Bulk discharge, examination orders or assessment queries can extend it, so we confirm timing for each consignment.
What does customs clearance at Kandla cost?
The cost has three parts: our clearance fee, port and handling charges passed on at actuals, and the customs duty, which depends on the HS code and value. We quote each consignment separately, with the document list.
What should I do if my cargo is held at Kandla?
Call or WhatsApp +91 97141 41559 with the B/L or container number. We check the reason on ICEGATE and at the port, and because we are 15 km away, we can act on it the same day.