What Documents Do I Need?
Be prepared before you ship!
Along with a transport label, shipments may also need other documents such as a customs invoice or destination specific documents to accompany the shipment.
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A transport label contains all the information DHL needs to know to keep your package moving through the network to its ultimate destination.
Information typically included on a label:
- Shipper’s and Receiver’s address and contact information
- A full description of the shipment contents – what the goods are and quantity of each included
- Number of packages/pieces in the shipment, total weight of the shipment and dimensions
Customs invoice (Commercial/Proforma) details are provided by the shipper and is used for declaring relevant information to customs authorities for clearance purposes. The details assist the customs authorities in assessing and determining the applicable duties and taxes, conduct risk assessments and other relevant procedures.
Customs invoice details should include all the key information and complete commodity details for efficient and timely customs clearance. Some key data elements include (but not limited to) are:
- Shipper/exporter and receiver/importer address and contact details
- Identification number and/or tax ID for the shipper and/or the receiver
- Breakdown of transaction costs, such as goods value, insurance, freight and packaging
- Currency code used in the transaction
- Incoterm and place applied
- Reason for the export, such as sale, gift, return, sample
Some shipments may require a General Sanctions and Export Controls Letter of Indemnity or Warranty.