This document can be used if no country-specific requirements already exist. A bill of lading is a negotiable instrument which means it is a document of title and the title of the goods can be transferred using this document. Different bills of lading exist, depending on the method of transport.
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This document can be used if no country-specific requirements already exist. A commercial invoice is a formal demand note for payment, issued by the exporter to the importer for goods sold under a sales contract. The document gives details of the goods sold, payment terms and trade terms. In addition, it is used for the customs clearance of goods and serves as a base for calculating customs duties.
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Confirmation of Insurance
This document can be used if no country-specific requirements already exist. A confirmation of insurance is a document issued by an insurance company. It confirms that an insurance policy has been purchased. It covers the loss or damage of ships, cargo, terminals, and any transport or cargo by which property is transferred, acquired, or held between the points of origin and final destination. The terms and conditions covered are as per the insurance documents.
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This document can be used if no country-specific requirements already exist. A packing list provides details about the shipment such as number of packages, weight, volume and description of the merchandise. One objective of the packing list is to facilitate the inspection and survey of the consignment that comprises the shipment and is included in the invoice. Custom officials and carriers use the packing list as a check-list to verify the outgoing and incoming cargo.
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This document can be used if no country-specific requirements already exist. A proforma invoice is a price quote or estimated invoice sent by a seller to a buyer in advance of a delivery of goods. It informs the buyer of the kind and quantity of goods, their value, and other important information such as weight and payment terms. This helps the buyer to make a transaction decision and to confirm the order.
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This document can be used if no country-specific requirements already exist. A waybill is a document providing for the automatic release of cargo to a named consignee. It is a receipt of goods but not a negotiable instrument and is an evidence of contract of carriage. The use of waybill does not effect the terms of the carriage and the terms of carriage may differ as per the carriers policies.
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