Question 1

What is PHBLA?

Accepted Answer

PHBLA is the UN/LOCODE for Balanga/Batan, Philippines — a seaport. The code is used on Shipping Bills, Bills of Lading, GST e-invoices and other international trade documents.

Question 2

Is Balanga/Batan used as a destination port for Indian exports?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

Where is Balanga/Batan located?

Accepted Answer

Balanga/Batan is located in Philippines. Use UN/LOCODE PHBLA in any customs or trade document referencing this location.

Question 4

Where should I use the PHBLA port code?

Accepted Answer

Use PHBLA 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.

Balanga/Batan

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Frequently asked about PHBLA

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Where is Balanga/Batan located?

Where should I use the PHBLA port code?

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