Question 1

What is JPKIS?

Accepted Answer

JPKIS is the UN/LOCODE for Kamaishi, 3, Japan — a seaport. The code is used on Shipping Bills, Bills of Lading, GST e-invoices and other international trade documents.

Question 2

Is Kamaishi used as a destination port for Indian exports?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

Where is Kamaishi located?

Accepted Answer

Kamaishi is located in 3. Use UN/LOCODE JPKIS in any customs or trade document referencing this location.

Question 4

Where should I use the JPKIS port code?

Accepted Answer

Use JPKIS 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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