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What a proforma invoice is for
A proforma invoice is a quotation in the form of an invoice. The seller sends it before shipping so the buyer can approve the deal, open a letter of credit, pay an advance, or apply for an import licence. It is not a tax invoice and is not recorded in the accounts; once the goods ship, the seller issues the commercial invoice.
What to include
Full names, addresses and tax or EORI numbers of seller and buyer.
A clear description of each item, its HS code, quantity, unit price and amount.
The Incoterms rule with a named place and version, e.g. CIF Hamburg, Incoterms® 2020. Not sure which price to quote? Use the Incoterms calculator.
Payment terms (advance, letter of credit, cash against documents…) and validity date.
Country of origin, ports of loading and discharge, number of packages and weights.
Bank details for the payment.
Customs in the destination country may ask for a proforma invoice when goods are imported before the final invoice exists, for example samples or goods sent for repair. Check the customs value with our landed cost calculator.
Frequently asked questions
Is a proforma invoice legally binding?
It is an offer, not a tax invoice. Once the buyer accepts it in writing it can form part of the sales contract, so the prices, terms and validity date should be ones you are ready to honour.
What is the difference between a proforma and a commercial invoice?
The proforma invoice is sent before shipment as a quote or request for payment. The commercial invoice is issued when the goods ship, records the actual sale and is used for customs clearance and accounting.
Is my data stored?
Only in your own browser on this device, so the form is filled in when you come back. Use "Clear form" to delete it. If you use the AI assistant, the text you give it is sent to our server to fill in the form and is not stored.
From 1 November 2026 the EU charges a €2 "Union handling fee" for each distinct item in goods sold online and shipped from outside the EU, whatever the parcel's value. It comes on top of the €3 duty on parcels up to €150.
From 20 October 2026 New Zealand removes its import tariffs on goods of Indian origin, while India opens its market to New Zealand goods step by step. GST and other charges stay the same.
CBP moved the mandatory start of electronic Entry Type 13 filings for certain postal parcels from 22 October 2026 to 20 January 2027. Duties are still due and the $800 de minimis stays suspended.