Question 1

What is DESCN?

Accepted Answer

DESCN is the UN/LOCODE for Saarbrücken, SL, Germany — a seaport and airport. The code is used on Shipping Bills, Bills of Lading, GST e-invoices and other international trade documents.

Question 2

Is Saarbrücken used as a destination port for Indian exports?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

Where is Saarbrücken located?

Accepted Answer

Saarbrücken is located in SL. Use UN/LOCODE DESCN in any customs or trade document referencing this location.

Question 4

Where should I use the DESCN port code?

Accepted Answer

Use DESCN 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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