What does this error mean?
The Bill of Entry has not received Out of Charge, so the imported goods are not yet cleared for release.
BEBill of Entry Errors
Bill of Entry Out of Charge pending
The Bill of Entry has not received Out of Charge, so the imported goods are not yet cleared for release.
Why does this happen?
- Duty payment or payment confirmation is pending.
- Examination, assessment, document verification, or an officer action is incomplete.
- A customs query, hold, or compliance requirement remains open.
How to fix this error
- Check assessment, duty payment, examination, query, and officer-action status separately.
- Resolve the specific pending stage with the responsible team.
- Wait for Out of Charge confirmation before arranging final cargo release.
Who should resolve it?
Importer / CHA / Customs Officer / Custodian
Send the exact error, filing reference, date, time, and supporting source document to the responsible team.
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BE FAQ
Questions users ask after seeing this error
What does BE mean?
The Bill of Entry has not received Out of Charge, so the imported goods are not yet cleared for release.
Can I refile after fixing this error?
Refiling depends on the transaction. First confirm whether the original submission failed, is pending, or already created an acknowledgement.
Who should resolve this issue?
Importer / CHA / Customs Officer / Custodian should review the relevant source record or system step.
Is this always an ICEGATE system problem?
No. The cause may be source data, a carrier filing, GST or bank validation, DSC setup, user access, Customs processing, or the ICEGATE service.
Should I contact Customs?
Contact Customs when the record is waiting for officer action, assessment, approval, or a customs query. Technical and source-data issues should go to the responsible team first.
How long does resolution usually take?
There is no fixed time. A local data or DSC issue may be corrected quickly, while carrier, bank, GST, or Customs processing depends on the responsible organisation.