Resource Guide
Export & Import Documentation
Complete checklist of documents needed for exporting from and importing to India.
Export Documents
India → WorldCommercial InvoiceRequired
Detailed invoice of goods sold
Packing ListRequired
Itemized list of package contents
Shipping BillRequired
Export declaration filed with customs
Bill of Lading / AWBRequired
Carrier's receipt and transport contract
Certificate of Origin
Country of manufacture certificate
Letter of Credit
Bank guarantee for payment
Insurance Certificate
Proof of marine cargo insurance
Phytosanitary Certificate
For plant/food products
Quality Certificate
Quality inspection report if required
GST InvoiceRequired
Tax invoice for Indian exports
Import Documents
World → IndiaBill of EntryRequired
Import declaration filed with customs
Commercial InvoiceRequired
Seller's invoice for goods
Packing ListRequired
Contents of each package
Bill of Lading / AWBRequired
Shipping document from carrier
Certificate of Origin
For preferential duty rates
Import License
If item requires license
Insurance Certificate
Cargo insurance proof
Test Reports
BIS, FSSAI, or other certifications
Letter of Credit
Bank payment instrument
IEC CopyRequired
Importer Exporter Code certificate