Question 1

What is GBFOL?

Accepted Answer

GBFOL is the UN/LOCODE for Folkestone, KEN, United Kingdom — a seaport. The code is used on Shipping Bills, Bills of Lading, GST e-invoices and other international trade documents.

Question 2

Is Folkestone used as a destination port for Indian exports?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

Where is Folkestone located?

Accepted Answer

Folkestone is located at approximately 51.0833°N, 1.1500°E in KEN.

Question 4

Where should I use the GBFOL port code?

Accepted Answer

Use GBFOL 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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