Filling out the bill of lading for agency export requires caution. First, in the shipper column, usually fill in the actual consignor who entrusts the export, that is, your company's information, including the company name, address, etc. In the consignee column, fill it as required by the contract and the letter of credit. If it is a straight bill of lading, directly fill in the specific information of the consignee; for an order bill of lading, fill in words like "TO ORDER". In the notify party column, fill in the party to be notified by the shipping company when the goods arrive at the port of destination for taking delivery of goods, generally the information of the consignee or its agent.
In the goods description column, accurately fill in the name of the goods, packaging form, quantity, gross weight, volume, etc., which should be consistent with other documents such as the customs declaration form. In the freight and charges column, fill it according to the trade terms. For example, under the FOB term, generally fill in "FREIGHT COLLECT (Freight to be paid on arrival)"; under the CIF term, fill in "FREIGHT PREPAID (Freight prepaid)". In addition, the bill of lading date is crucial and should comply with the shipment period stipulated in the letter of credit. When filling it out, ensure that the information is accurate and clear, consistent with other relevant documents, to avoid problems in taking delivery of goods or settlement of exchange due to discrepancies.
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James LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
Filling out the bill of lading for agency export requires caution. First, in the shipper column, usually fill in the actual consignor who entrusts the export, that is, your company's information, including the company name, address, etc. In the consignee column, fill it as required by the contract and the letter of credit. If it is a straight bill of lading, directly fill in the specific information of the consignee; for an order bill of lading, fill in words like "TO ORDER". In the notify party column, fill in the party to be notified by the shipping company when the goods arrive at the port of destination for taking delivery of goods, generally the information of the consignee or its agent.
In the goods description column, accurately fill in the name of the goods, packaging form, quantity, gross weight, volume, etc., which should be consistent with other documents such as the customs declaration form. In the freight and charges column, fill it according to the trade terms. For example, under the FOB term, generally fill in "FREIGHT COLLECT (Freight to be paid on arrival)"; under the CIF term, fill in "FREIGHT PREPAID (Freight prepaid)". In addition, the bill of lading date is crucial and should comply with the shipment period stipulated in the letter of credit. When filling it out, ensure that the information is accurate and clear, consistent with other relevant documents, to avoid problems in taking delivery of goods or settlement of exchange due to discrepancies.
Jennifer WangYears of service：4Customer Rating：5.0
Market development consultantConsult
Don't forget to fill in the name of the vessel and the voyage number, which can clarify the goods transportation route. There is usually a special place in the upper right corner of the bill of lading to fill in the name of the vessel and the voyage number, which should be consistent with the booking information.
Sarah ZhangYears of service：8Customer Rating：5.0
Document expertConsult
The bill of lading number is also very important as it is the unique identifier of the bill of lading. Generally, it is compiled by the shipping company or the freight forwarder. Don't fill it wrong, otherwise it will be troublesome to track the goods later.
Amanda YangYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Cost control consultantConsult
If there is a shipping mark, fill it according to the one on the outer packaging of the actual goods. If there is no shipping mark, write "N/M", which is convenient for identifying and counting the goods.
William YangYears of service：5Customer Rating：5.0
International logistics consultantConsult
The port of destination should be filled accurately. Don't just write a general area, but specify the port name to prevent the goods from being mis-shipped to other ports.
Elizabeth LiYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Compliance and risk managerConsult
Also fill out the number of original bills of lading properly. Commonly, it is three originals, and each has the same legal effect. After taking delivery of goods with one of them, the other two automatically become invalid.
Michelle ChenYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
For the type of packaging, write it clearly, such as carton, wooden box or pallet, etc., which should be in line with the actual packaging.
Joseph ZhouYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
When filling in the weight and volume, it should be based on the actual measurement and be consistent with the data in the customs declaration materials, otherwise it may affect customs clearance.
Emily LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Settlement and payment expertConsult
If there are special requirements, such as transshipment, partial shipment, etc., fill them as stipulated in the letter of credit or the contract. Non-compliance may pose a risk of dishonor.