Updated May 31, 2022
A FedEx commercial invoice is the most used document by foreign customs agencies, is required for all undocumented product shipments that are traded internationally, and must accompany all international ground shipments. The form will gather all of the required information needed globally, down to the minute details and delivery information. This is the document that will be required by all customs authorities, especially since the contents will be intended for international resale.
How to Write
Step 1 – Download the document – Begin by providing the date of the export:
- Enter the order or invoice number
- Submit the complete name and address of the shipper (exporter)
- Submit the complete name and address of the recipient
- Country of export
- Country where the goods have been manufactured
- Country of the ultimate destination
- FedEx International Air Waybill Number
- Provide the type of currency used
Step 2 – Complete the Columns, as follows:
- Marks or numbers
- Number of packages (at the bottom of this column enter the total number of packages)
- Type of packaging
- Full description of the goods contained
- Quantity
- Units of measure
- Weight (enter the total weight at the bottom of this column)
- Unit value
- Total value (enter the total invoice value at the bottom of this column)
Step 3 – The shipper must read the declaration:
- If in agreement type the name and title of the shipper and then provide signature
- Date the signature in mm/dd/yyyy
- In the last box on the form check only one:
- FOB, C&F, CIF