Question 1

What is SCANS?

Accepted Answer

SCANS is the UN/LOCODE for Anse Kerlan, SC — 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 Anse Kerlan used as a destination port for Indian exports?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

Where is Anse Kerlan located?

Accepted Answer

Anse Kerlan is located at approximately -4.3000°N, 55.6833°E in SC.

Question 4

Where should I use the SCANS port code?

Accepted Answer

Use SCANS 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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