Proforma Invoice Template
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What is a proforma invoice?
A proforma invoice is a preliminary bill of sale sent to a buyer before goods ship. It confirms price, quantity, trade terms and payment terms so the buyer can arrange payment, an import licence or a letter of credit. It is not used for customs clearance — the commercial invoice is.
What a proforma invoice includes
- ✓Seller & buyer details
- ✓P.I. number & date, validity
- ✓Line items — description, quantity, unit price, amount
- ✓Payment terms (e.g. 30% deposit, 70% balance)
- ✓Incoterms® 2020, ship-from / ship-to
- ✓Total amount, currency & bank details
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Is a proforma invoice legally binding?
A proforma invoice is a good-faith quote, not a demand for payment, so it is generally not a binding contract on its own — though it often becomes the basis for the purchase order and final invoice.
Can a proforma invoice be used to open a letter of credit?
Yes — buyers routinely use a proforma invoice to apply for an import letter of credit or remittance, since it states the agreed price and terms.