DOCUMENT LIBRARY

Trade documents

Know the paperwork before the shipment. Requirements vary by transaction, product, origin and destination.

AW

Air Waybill

Transport document used for air cargo.

When used: Used for air shipments.
BL

Bill of Lading

A transport document commonly used for ocean freight.

When used: Used for sea shipments.
CO

Certificate of Origin

Evidence or declaration concerning origin, subject to applicable rules.

When used: Used when origin evidence is required.
CI

Commercial Invoice

Core commercial document describing goods, price, buyer and seller.

When used: Commonly used for customs and commercial transactions.
IC

Insurance Certificate

Evidence of cargo insurance when insurance is arranged.

When used: Used when cargo insurance is purchased or required.
LC

Letter of Credit

A bank-mediated payment instrument subject to its terms.

When used: Used where parties agree to documentary credit terms.
PL

Packing List

Describes packages, quantities, weights, dimensions and packing details.

When used: Used by logistics providers, customs and receivers.
PO

Purchase Order

Buyer-issued commercial order setting out goods and terms.

When used: Used to place and document orders.
SB

Shipping Bill

A customs export declaration/document used in relevant jurisdictions such as India.

When used: Used for applicable export customs processes.