Comprehensive Guide to Bill of Entry Amendment via ICEGATE Web Forms

The updated User Manual BE Amendment using Webform (Version 1.03), issued on March 25, 2025, provides a comprehensive guide to amending a Bill of Entry (BE) through the ICEGATE 2.0 Web Forms platform. It is designed to assist importers, customs brokers, and other stakeholders in navigating the digital filing system with ease and efficiency.

The manual begins with a structured overview, outlining how users can log into the ICEGATE portal, select the appropriate service, and access the BE Amendment web form. Amendments are categorized into three message types: “A” for Amendment, “D” for Deletion, and “S” for Supplement, each allowing specific changes such as modifying, deleting, or adding invoice and item details, documents, and declarations.

The details various sections that can be amended, including invoice details, supplier and broker information, commercial terms, item specifics, product and price details, and manufacturer data. Additionally, a Single Window section captures control and constituent details and declaration statements.

The manual explains several important features of the webform, such as saving applications as drafts, using offline utility for form filling, importing/exporting JSON files, uploading supporting documents through e-Sanchit or directly on the form, and submitting forms with Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) validation.

For usability, it includes tooltips to guide users through each field and highlights mandatory fields with asterisks. Error handling, document size limitations, and file format requirements are also addressed.

Lastly, it offers support contact details and encourages users to send suggestions for improving the manual, reaffirming CBIC’s commitment to a user-friendly digital customs platform.

The User Manual can be accessed at: https://a2ztaxcorp.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/User-Manual-BE-Amendment-using-Webform_V1.03-25-Mar-2025.pdf