Question 1

What is BEOST?

Accepted Answer

BEOST is the UN/LOCODE for Oostende (Ostend), VWV, Belgium — a seaport. The code is used on Shipping Bills, Bills of Lading, GST e-invoices and other international trade documents.

Question 2

Is Oostende (Ostend) used as a destination port for Indian exports?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Oostende (Ostend) (BEOST) is a UN/LOCODE recognised destination. Indian exporters list BEOST as the port of discharge / final destination on Shipping Bills, Bills of Lading and GST e-invoices when shipping to Belgium.

Question 3

Where is Oostende (Ostend) located?

Accepted Answer

Oostende (Ostend) is located at approximately 51.2000°N, 2.9167°E in VWV.

Question 4

Where should I use the BEOST port code?

Accepted Answer

Use BEOST on Shipping Bills filed at ICEGATE, GST e-invoices when goods are dispatched to or from this port, Bill of Lading port-of-loading / port-of-discharge fields, and on any export documentation that references a UN/LOCODE.

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What is BEOST?

Is Oostende (Ostend) used as a destination port for Indian exports?

Where is Oostende (Ostend) located?

Where should I use the BEOST port code?

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