Post by Trade facilitator on Dec 9, 2020 17:21:13 GMT 1
Here is the list of kind of documents you need to have for a successful export transactions.
1. The commercial invoice
A commercial invoice is a type of document which is provided by the exporting company. It is a custom declaration for exporting the products overseas.
2. The cargo bill
It is a detailed list of a ship’s cargo which comes in the form of a receipt. Usually, this kind of receipt is given by a captain of the ship to the person who ships the goods.
3. The consular invoice
This is a document that should be submitted before shipping products abroad. It is required to be submitted to the consulate or embassy of the country to which goods are to be exported.
4. The certificate of origin (CO)
It is an international trade document which confirms that the goods to be shipped were produced and packed in the particular country. This type of documents is provided by the exporter and confirms goods’ origin.
5. The inspection certificate
One of the most important documents is the inspection certificate. It certifies that products to be shipped were in good condition at the time of inspection. The document is usually issued prior to the shipment. Such kind of pre-shipment inspection is required by many countries.
6. The dock receipt
The dock receipt is issued by the sea freight carrier to prove that your goods are at the carrier’s shipping terminal.
7. The warehouse receipt
When goods are stored in a warehouse, the warehouse receipt is issued as a proof. The document states the ownership of commodities that are stored in the warehouse or in any other place for safekeeping. Keep in mind that warehouse receipts might be negotiable or non-negotiable.
8. The destination control statement
This document can be issued as part of commercial invoice, ocean or air waybill. It can be also in Shipper's Export Declaration (SED). The main purpose of this document is to notify the carrier and all foreign parties, that the item can be exported only to certain destinations.
9. The insurance certificate
Of course, while shipping your goods abroad you will have to arrange for the insurance certificate for the shipment. This document provides information on a particular insurance coverage, in case of any emergencies. The certificate is your proof of insurance police and usually contains some detailed information on types and limits of insurance coverage, your insurance company’s contact information, policy number, and the insurance’s expiration date.
10. The export license
Once you begin to export any products from Nigeria, it is desirable for you to get a license from the government agencies. This document will be a good evidence of legal business for your customers.
1. The commercial invoice
A commercial invoice is a type of document which is provided by the exporting company. It is a custom declaration for exporting the products overseas.
2. The cargo bill
It is a detailed list of a ship’s cargo which comes in the form of a receipt. Usually, this kind of receipt is given by a captain of the ship to the person who ships the goods.
3. The consular invoice
This is a document that should be submitted before shipping products abroad. It is required to be submitted to the consulate or embassy of the country to which goods are to be exported.
4. The certificate of origin (CO)
It is an international trade document which confirms that the goods to be shipped were produced and packed in the particular country. This type of documents is provided by the exporter and confirms goods’ origin.
5. The inspection certificate
One of the most important documents is the inspection certificate. It certifies that products to be shipped were in good condition at the time of inspection. The document is usually issued prior to the shipment. Such kind of pre-shipment inspection is required by many countries.
6. The dock receipt
The dock receipt is issued by the sea freight carrier to prove that your goods are at the carrier’s shipping terminal.
7. The warehouse receipt
When goods are stored in a warehouse, the warehouse receipt is issued as a proof. The document states the ownership of commodities that are stored in the warehouse or in any other place for safekeeping. Keep in mind that warehouse receipts might be negotiable or non-negotiable.
8. The destination control statement
This document can be issued as part of commercial invoice, ocean or air waybill. It can be also in Shipper's Export Declaration (SED). The main purpose of this document is to notify the carrier and all foreign parties, that the item can be exported only to certain destinations.
9. The insurance certificate
Of course, while shipping your goods abroad you will have to arrange for the insurance certificate for the shipment. This document provides information on a particular insurance coverage, in case of any emergencies. The certificate is your proof of insurance police and usually contains some detailed information on types and limits of insurance coverage, your insurance company’s contact information, policy number, and the insurance’s expiration date.
10. The export license
Once you begin to export any products from Nigeria, it is desirable for you to get a license from the government agencies. This document will be a good evidence of legal business for your customers.
