Question 1

What is LKPTL?

Accepted Answer

LKPTL is the UN/LOCODE for Puttalam, Sri Lanka — a inland container depot (ICD). The code is used on Shipping Bills, Bills of Lading, GST e-invoices and other international trade documents.

Question 2

Is Puttalam used as a destination port for Indian exports?

Accepted Answer

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

Accepted Answer

Puttalam is located at approximately 8.0333°N, 79.8167°E in Sri Lanka.

Question 4

Where should I use the LKPTL port code?

Accepted Answer

Use LKPTL 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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