Export invoice

Export invoices

• Prepared from various invoices for goods purchased and expenses incurred (on transportation and warehousing of goods)
• Summarises the goods bought and expenses incurred.
• Copies of the original invoices received from suppliers of goods and services are attached to the export invoice for reference.
• Accompanies the goods when being exported.
• The copy is attached to the bill of lading.
• Form part of the documentary credit.
• Speed up checking and clearing of goods by customs authorities.
• Contains:
• a summary of details of goods that is the types and quantities.
• Marking or numbers on crates or packages.
• Name of vessel carrying the goods.
• When and where the invoice was issued.
• Freight charges or dock dues.
• Insurance costs.
• Names and addresses of importer and exporter.
• Signature of exporter who compiled the invoice.
• Unit price for and total amount payable on goods to be exported.
• Terms of payment e.g. free on board (FOB)
• Cost, insurance and freight (CIF)

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