Commercial Invoice Template & Sample

See a completed commercial invoice example, download the sample PDF, and use the free browser generator when you need to create one for your own shipment.

Sample & tools

Use the example, then create your own.

A commercial invoice commonly identifies the exporter or seller, buyer or consignee, product descriptions, quantities, values, country of origin and shipment terms. The exact information required can vary by transaction and destination.

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Typical fields

Information commonly shown on this document.

Exporter / seller and consignee

Invoice number and date

Product description and quantity

HS or Schedule B reference

Country of origin

Unit price and extended value

Freight / insurance when applicable

Incoterm or delivery terms

Practical tip

Keep product descriptions, quantities and values consistent with the packing list and other shipment records. If you ship repeatedly, reusing the same customer and product data can reduce errors.

This sample is educational and does not replace current carrier, broker, customs, customer or government requirements.

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