DOCUMENT GUIDE
Country Document Guide
Select a destination country to see the trade documents required for import clearance, with practical notes.
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United States
Required Documents
Required- 1
Commercial Invoice
The core document stating the transaction value and terms. Customs at destination uses it to assess duties.
- 2
Packing List
States quantity, weight and volume per package, enabling fast inspection and customs clearance.
- 3
Shipper's Letter of Instruction
Your instructions to the carrier for the shipment. It is the basis for drafting the Bill of Lading.
- 4
ISF (10+2) Data Sheet
A data sheet for the US Importer Security Filing (ISF, "10+2"). Complete our form with the shipment data; the importer's US customs broker files the ISF with CBP at least 24 hours before vessel loading. Late filing carries penalties, so submit this early.
The importer's US customs broker must file the ISF with CBP at least 24 hours before vessel loading — late filing brings penalties. Complete our data sheet early.
Optional Documents
Optional- 5
Certificate of Origin
Certifies where the goods were produced. Required to claim preferential (FTA) duty rates.
Required to claim KORUS FTA preferential rates.
- 6
Dangerous Goods Declaration
Required only for dangerous goods, prepared under the IMDG Code.
Only if the cargo is classified as dangerous goods (IMDG).