Question 1

What is NLMEC?

Accepted Answer

NLMEC is the UN/LOCODE for Mechelen, LI, Netherlands — 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 Mechelen used as a destination port for Indian exports?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

Where is Mechelen located?

Accepted Answer

Mechelen is located at approximately 50.7833°N, 5.9167°E in LI.

Question 4

Where should I use the NLMEC port code?

Accepted Answer

Use NLMEC 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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