Watch: Commercial Invoice Explained
A commercial invoice records the sale of goods between the seller and buyer and supports international customs clearance.
Video Transcript
“What information belongs on a commercial invoice?
This 35-second guide explains how a commercial invoice supports international trade and customs clearance.
Issued by the seller to the buyer, it records the commercial transaction and commonly includes the parties, goods description, quantity, value, currency, country of origin, HS code, Incoterm and payment terms.
Customs authorities may use these details to establish the customs value and assess applicable duties and taxes.
A commercial invoice is different from a packing list, which describes how cargo is packed, and a pro forma invoice, which provides preliminary transaction information.
Requirements vary by country and shipment.
Accurate information that remains consistent across the invoice, packing list, transport document and customs declaration can help reduce questions and clearance delays.”
What to Include on a Commercial Invoice
Read the complete commercial invoice guide for field-by-field guidance and document requirements.
