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Commercial Invoice

Please ensure that the commercial invoice (for EFTA states and third countries) is attached to each shipment on original business paper in triple execution. In order to guarantee a smooth customs clearance, the following information is to be included on the commercial invoice.

  • name and address of the sender
  • name and address of the recipient
  • including telephone number
  • delivery address, if this deviates from the invoice address
  • invoice date, number and place
  • description and quantity of goods with the pertinent customs tariff number and the respective value per position of goods
  • commodity value (with indication of currency)
  • delivery terms GLS parcel number(s)
  • weight (gross/net)
  • country of origin/declaration of origin
  • company stamp and signature.

These details are also absolutely necessary for samples or gift shipments and deliveries which are free of charge. Additionally a Declaration of value must follow, e.g. with the note: "sample and/or gift shipment; value for custom purposes only."