Vessel and voyage information
Sea IGM includes the vessel name, IMO number, voyage number, port of loading, port of discharge, and expected arrival date at the Indian port.
Sea IGM Details, Status and ICEGATE Tracking | FreeIGM
Check Sea IGM details and status on ICEGATE. Understand Sea IGM filing, enquiry, tracking, and how it connects to Bill of Entry. For air cargo, use FreeIGM for live Air IGM and Air Consol tracking.
Core data points teams look for in Sea IGM enquiry.
Bill of Lading details
Each line item in the Sea IGM corresponds to a Bill of Lading (BL) with cargo description, marks and numbers, package count, weight, and consignee information.
Container information
For containerized cargo, Sea IGM includes container numbers, size, type, seal numbers, and whether the container is FCL (Full Container Load) or LCL (Less than Container Load).
Port and customs details
Sea IGM records the Indian port of discharge, customs house code, and IGM number assigned by ICEGATE upon filing. This IGM number is required for Bill of Entry preparation.
Compare Sea IGM and Air IGM at a glance.
Mode of transport
Sea IGM: Vessel (ship). Air IGM: Aircraft (flight).
Filed by
Sea IGM: Shipping line / steamer agent. Air IGM: Airline / ground handler.
Document reference
Sea IGM: Bill of Lading (BL). Air IGM: Master Air Waybill (MAWB).
House-level filing
Sea IGM: Consolidated BL / House BL. Air IGM: Air Consol / CGM (Console General Manifest).
Filing platform
Sea IGM: ICEGATE. Air IGM: ICEGATE (FreeIGM automates Air Consol filing).
Tracking on FreeIGM
Sea IGM: Not available (use ICEGATE enquiry). Air IGM: Live tracking with shareable status links.
Common Sea IGM questions.
What is Sea IGM?
Sea IGM (Import General Manifest for sea cargo) is the vessel-level manifest filed on ICEGATE by shipping lines and their agents. It declares every consignment arriving on a specific vessel at an Indian port and is required by customs before cargo clearance can begin.
How do I check Sea IGM details on ICEGATE?
Sea IGM details can be checked through the ICEGATE IGM enquiry module. Enter the IGM number, port code, or Bill of Lading number to look up Sea IGM status, cargo details, and line items. FreeIGM provides live tracking for Air IGM and Air Consol status.
What is the difference between Sea IGM and Air IGM?
Sea IGM covers cargo arriving by vessel (ships) and is filed by shipping lines, while Air IGM covers cargo arriving by aircraft and is filed by airlines or ground handlers. Both are filed on ICEGATE and are required before Bill of Entry preparation.
Who files Sea IGM on ICEGATE?
Shipping lines, steamer agents, or their authorized customs house agents file Sea IGM on ICEGATE before or upon vessel arrival at an Indian port. The filing declares all import cargo manifested on the vessel.
What details are included in a Sea IGM?
Sea IGM includes the vessel name and voyage number, port of loading and discharge, Bill of Lading details, cargo description, marks and numbers, number of packages, weight, consignee details, and container information for containerized cargo.
How does Sea IGM status affect Bill of Entry filing?
Bill of Entry for imported goods can only be filed after the corresponding Sea IGM (or Air IGM for air cargo) is filed and accepted on ICEGATE. Customs brokers and CHAs must wait for IGM acceptance before proceeding with clearance.
What is the Sea IGM enquiry process on ICEGATE?
The ICEGATE Sea IGM enquiry allows stakeholders to search Sea IGM details by IGM number, vessel name, voyage number, or Bill of Lading. It shows filing status, line items, cargo details, and whether the manifest has been accepted by customs.
Can I track Sea IGM cargo status online?
Yes. ICEGATE provides online Sea IGM enquiry for checking manifest status. For air cargo, FreeIGM provides live Air IGM and Air Consol tracking with shareable status links. Enter your MAWB on FreeIGM to track air cargo filing status instantly.
What is the difference between Sea IGM and Sea EGM?
Sea IGM (Import General Manifest) is filed for import cargo arriving into India, while Sea EGM (Export General Manifest) is filed for export cargo leaving India. Both are mandatory ICEGATE filings for customs compliance.
How is Sea IGM linked to the Bill of Lading?
Each Sea IGM line item corresponds to a Bill of Lading (BL). The BL number is declared in the Sea IGM and is used by customs brokers to prepare the Bill of Entry. The IGM line number and BL together identify a specific consignment for clearance.
समुद्री आईजीएम ट्रैकिंग कैसे करें? (How to track Sea IGM in Hindi?)
समुद्री आईजीएम (Sea IGM) ट्रैकिंग के लिए ICEGATE के IGM Enquiry मॉड्यूल में जाएं और IGM नंबर, जहाज का नाम, वॉयेज नंबर या बिल ऑफ लेडिंग नंबर दर्ज करें। समुद्री आईजीएम स्टेटस देखने के लिए ICEGATE पर सीधा लॉगिन करना होता है। एयर कार्गो के लिए FreeIGM पर लाइव एयर आईजीएम और एयर कंसोल ट्रैकिंग बिना लॉगिन के उपलब्ध है।
समुद्री आईजीएम क्या है? (What is Sea IGM in Hindi?)
समुद्री आईजीएम (Sea IGM) एक Import General Manifest है जो भारतीय बंदरगाहों पर आने वाले जहाजों के लिए ICEGATE पर दाखिल किया जाता है। यह शिपिंग कंपनियों और उनके एजेंटों द्वारा भरा जाता है और भारतीय सीमा शुल्क के लिए अनिवार्य है। समुद्री आईजीएम के बिना Bill of Entry प्रक्रिया शुरू नहीं हो सकती।
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