Basic Transport Documents
Transportation Agreement
The transportation agreement delineates the agreement between the shipper and the carrier. This document contains details about the cargo to be transported, delivery times, payment terms, and the rights of the involved parties.
Transportation Order
The transportation order is a document that marks the beginning of the transportation process. It includes details such as the place of cargo pickup, delivery address, type, and quantity of the cargo.
Invoice and Commercial Invoice
An invoice is a document that shows the value, type, and quantity of the cargo for the shipper and the recipient. A commercial invoice is required for international transport for customs procedures, indicating commercial values.
International Transport Documents
CMR Document
CMR stands for the Convention on the Contract for the International Carriage of Goods by Road. This document is used in road transport and verifies the receipt of the cargo.
Bill of Lading
This is a document used in maritime transportation. The bill of lading confirms the loading and receipt of the cargo onto the ship.
Air Waybill
It is a document used for air transportation, indicating the receipt of the cargo and the plane for shipment.
Customs and Insurance Documents
Customs Declaration
This document is necessary for customs procedures in international transport and contains information about the type, value, and origin of the cargo.
Insurance Policy
An insurance policy is made to cover damages and losses that may occur during transportation.
Other Documents
Weight Certificate
It is a document that confirms the weight of the cargo to be transported, especially crucial in maritime transportation.
ADR Document (Dangerous Goods Transport Document)
This document is required for the transport of dangerous goods, regulating the transportation of hazardous materials.
TIR Carnet
It is a document used for international road transport that facilitates customs procedures during transit.
These documents are necessary for the correct and safe transportation of cargo. Preparation of complete documents during transportation is important to prevent customs issues and ensure smooth transportation processes. The documents needed for cargo transportation can vary depending on the type of cargo, method of transportation, and international transportation situations. Therefore, it is important to carefully review and prepare the required documents for each situation.
