How to use the Export Document Checklist
- Pick product and country – 7 product types × 30 destinations.
- Read the checklist – Typical documents, notes and official links.
- Tick and print – Save the list as a PDF for your team.
About Export Document Checklist
Pick what you ship and where it goes and get a checklist of the documents usually needed: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading or air waybill, export declaration, certificate of origin and the product-specific papers – health and phytosanitary certificates, safety data sheets, conformity marks, registrations and labels. Each country has notes on what the importer must arrange and links to the official customs and product-safety sites. Tick off what you have, print it or save it as a PDF. It is a typical list for planning, not legal advice: requirements change, so confirm with your buyer, forwarder or the authorities.
Frequently asked questions
Which documents does every export need?
Usually a commercial invoice, packing list, transport document (bill of lading or air waybill) and the export declaration. A certificate of origin is needed for FTA rates or when the buyer asks.
Who arranges import licences?
The importer. You supply the documents and data they need – invoice, specs, test reports, labels.
Why does food need so many papers?
Food is checked for health and safety. Many countries need a health certificate, a registered producer and labels in the local language.
Are the lists complete?
They cover the usual requirements. Special products (medicines, weapons, dual-use goods, live animals) and some countries need more – ask your forwarder.
Is the Export Document Checklist free?
Yes, completely free with no signup and no daily limit.
Does it work on my phone?
Yes. It works in any modern browser on iPhone, Android, Windows and Mac.
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