Pro Forma Invoice

• A pro forma invoice is a document prepared in advance of a sale to provide evidence of the final form and amount of invoice.
  • It is a form of a quotation.
    • Specify a time limit for the validity of the offer.
  • A pro forma invoice should be printed on letterhead stationery.
  • A pro forma invoice should contain:
    • Description of each item
    • Quantity of each item
    • Unit and total price
    • Terms of sale
    • Shipping and packing charges
    • Net and gross weight

• A pro forma invoice should contain enough detail to help the buyer to:
  • Open a letter of credit.
  • Obtain an import permit.
  • Calculate the duty on the items.

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© 2004 John Michael Pierobon

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