Freight (CIF) Commercial Invoice Template
Bill a CIF/CFR export — goods, freight and insurance broken out — in a customs-ready PDF.
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Commercial Invoice
How to write a freight & cif commercial invoice
A freight commercial invoice breaks out the goods, freight and insurance for a CIF or CFR shipment, so customs can see the value elements the Incoterms include. It is the definitive invoice where the seller bears carriage (and insurance) to the destination port.
This template opens with itemised lines. Fill in the goods with HS codes and prices, add freight and insurance as separate lines, state the Incoterms, and download a customs-ready PDF commercial invoice.
What to include
- “Commercial Invoice” label, number and date
- Exporter and importer details
- Goods with HS code, quantity and price
- Freight and insurance as separate lines
- Incoterms (CIF/CFR), origin and the total value
Note: CIF — goods, freight and insurance shown separately.
Frequently asked questions
How do I show freight and insurance on a CIF invoice?
List the goods value, then freight and insurance as separate lines, and state the Incoterm (CIF or CFR). Breaking them out lets customs see which cost elements the terms include for the dutiable value.
Why does the split matter for duty?
Some countries assess duty on the CIF value (goods + freight + insurance) and others on the goods value only, so showing the elements separately supports the correct assessment.
Is the freight (CIF) commercial invoice template free?
Yes — create and download it with no account.
Is this commercial invoice generator free?
Yes — CalculatorAI's commercial invoice generator is completely free. Create, customise and download as many customs-ready PDF commercial invoices as you want, with no signup, no watermark and no trial limit. A free account adds saved clients, history and the Invoices Tracker.
What is the difference between a commercial invoice and a proforma invoice?
A commercial invoice is the final, definitive invoice issued when goods ship — the bill the buyer pays and the document customs uses to assess duty. A proforma invoice is a preliminary, good-faith estimate sent before the sale is final. The commercial invoice carries the real, declared values.
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