Question 1

What is LKHBA?

Accepted Answer

LKHBA is the UN/LOCODE for Hambantota, Sri Lanka — a seaport. The code is used on Shipping Bills, Bills of Lading, GST e-invoices and other international trade documents.

Question 2

Is Hambantota used as a destination port for Indian exports?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

Where is Hambantota located?

Accepted Answer

Hambantota is located at approximately 6.1167°N, 81.1167°E in Sri Lanka.

Question 4

Where should I use the LKHBA port code?

Accepted Answer

Use LKHBA 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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