Document background
The Proforma Invoice For International Shipping is a critical document in international trade transactions governed by Austrian law and EU regulations. It serves multiple purposes: providing a detailed quote to the buyer, supporting customs clearance processes, facilitating payment arrangements (especially in letter of credit transactions), and meeting export documentation requirements. This document is typically required before the actual commercial invoice is issued and contains comprehensive information about the goods, including their description, value, shipping terms, and other details necessary for international trade compliance. Under Austrian jurisdiction, it must comply with the Unternehmensgesetzbuch (UGB) and relevant EU trade regulations, making it a legally significant document in the export process. It's particularly important for obtaining import permits in the destination country and for the buyer to arrange payment terms.
