Question 1

What is JPNIS?

Accepted Answer

JPNIS is the UN/LOCODE for Nishinaka, 38, Japan — a seaport. The code is used on Shipping Bills, Bills of Lading, GST e-invoices and other international trade documents.

Question 2

Is Nishinaka used as a destination port for Indian exports?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Nishinaka (JPNIS) is a UN/LOCODE recognised destination. Indian exporters list JPNIS 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 Nishinaka located?

Accepted Answer

Nishinaka is located in 38. Use UN/LOCODE JPNIS in any customs or trade document referencing this location.

Question 4

Where should I use the JPNIS port code?

Accepted Answer

Use JPNIS 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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