Bill of Lading Generator
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Ocean Bill of Lading Generator
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Shipper (Exporter)
Consignee (Receiver)
Notify Party
Party to be notified upon arrival of the cargo
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What is a Bill of Lading?
A Bill of Lading (B/L) is a legal document issued by a carrier that details the type, quantity, and destination of goods being shipped. It serves three essential functions in international trade:
- Receipt: Acknowledges carrier has received the cargo
- Contract: Evidence of the carriage agreement
- Document of Title: Represents ownership of the goods
Types of Bills of Lading
Original B/L:Negotiable document, required for cargo release
Seaway Bill:Non-negotiable, faster release without original
Telex Release:Electronic release at destination port
House B/L:Issued by freight forwarder to shipper
Master B/L:Issued by carrier to freight forwarder
Clean B/L:No damage or discrepancy remarks
Important Considerations
- Always verify B/L details match the booking confirmation
- Check container and seal numbers against the physical container
- Ensure weight declarations match the VGM submission
- Original B/Ls must be surrendered at destination for cargo release
- Report any discrepancies to the carrier immediately