nt International Freight Forwarders
Freight Forwarding: Commercial Invoice and Certificate of Origin
Commercial Invoice
This is the basic statement of the seller to the purchaser for items shipped. It is an ideal representation of a complete record of the business transaction between the importer and the exporter regarding the goods sold.
It is the primary document used by custom officials for valuation, control and duty determination. It's also used as one of the main documents in the process of collection.
The Commercial Invoice is a document of content; it should completely identify the shipment, and serve as the basis in preparing all other necessary documents which cover the shipment.
All information contained in this document should conform to the specific entry requirements of the nation to which items are being shipped.
Certificate of Origin
This documentation verifies the nation in which a certain item was manufactured.
The goods being exported and the country of destination determine if this paperwork is required in customs.
Some countries do not allow imports originating from certain countries, many nations limit goods' quantity that are allowed to be imported, and some give preference to items manufactured in certain countries.
If your merchandise qualifies as having originated in North America, use the so called NAFTA Certificate of Origin for shipments to Mexico and Canada.
Seek professional help from freight forwarding agents in Australia. Visit the website of UC Brokers to learn more: www.UCBrokers.com.au.
