Customs Documents

Proforma Invoice Generator

Create an international-trade proforma invoice draft with buyer, seller, Incoterm, line-item value, HS code candidate, country of origin, totals, and browser PDF export.

Last reviewed: 2026-08-02Estimate onlySource-check required
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Proforma invoice draft preview

Run the tool to see an itemized result. No signup is required and calculator inputs are processed in the browser unless you submit a correction form.

Answer Summary

What this page answers

Question

When do I use a proforma invoice instead of a commercial invoice?

A proforma invoice is a draft invoice used before shipment or payment confirmation. A commercial invoice may still be required for customs clearance. Include seller, buyer, invoice number, date, currency, Incoterm, line items, totals, and optional HS code and country of origin.

Formula / Criteria

What to check

The generator turns seller, buyer, and dynamic line items into a proforma invoice draft, calculates line totals, subtotal, and exports a PDF.

Use This Tool

When to use it

Use this generator before shipment or payment confirmation when you need a draft proforma invoice for buyer review, quotation, or pre-shipment communication.

Official Source Note

Source-check required

A proforma invoice is a preparation draft, not an official customs filing. A commercial invoice may still be required for actual customs clearance. Verify document requirements with the carrier and destination customs authority.

Last Reviewed

2026-08-02

Official source notes and calculator assumptions should be reviewed before shipment, label purchase, invoice filing, or customs entry.

Official References

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Formula / Criteria

Calculation logic

The generator turns seller, buyer, and dynamic line items into a proforma invoice draft, calculates line totals, subtotal, and exports a PDF.

Example

Scenario

A buyer may request a proforma invoice before issuing payment. The draft can include seller, buyer, line items, unit prices, total, currency, Incoterm, HS code, and country of origin, while a commercial invoice may still be required for actual customs clearance.

Source Note

Official check

A proforma invoice is a preparation draft, not an official customs filing. A commercial invoice may still be required for actual customs clearance. Verify document requirements with the carrier and destination customs authority.

Limitations

Filing check

This tool provides planning estimates and document preparation support only. Confirm final classifications, duty treatment, and filing requirements with official tariff databases or qualified trade professionals.

FAQ

Common questions

When should I use a proforma invoice?

Use a proforma invoice before shipment or payment confirmation, for quotation, or for pre-shipment buyer review.

Is a proforma invoice enough for customs clearance?

No. A commercial invoice is usually required for actual customs clearance. Verify with the carrier and destination customs authority.

Can I include HS code on a proforma invoice?

Yes. Including HS code and country of origin helps the buyer review and aligns the draft with the final commercial invoice.

Can I export the proforma invoice as PDF?

Yes. The generator creates a printable PDF draft in the browser.

Should the proforma and commercial invoice match?

Yes. Keep quantities, unit prices, totals, HS codes, and origins aligned between the two drafts.

Is the proforma invoice stored?

No. The generator creates previews and PDFs locally in your browser.

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