What must a delivery note include?

Use our platform to create a complete delivery note with the following components:

Basic Components:
  • Bill to – The buyer’s name and billing address.

  • Number – Unique delivery note number.

  • Date – Date when the delivery note is issued.

  • Description – Overview of the goods included in the shipment.

  • Amount – (If applicable) Total value of items delivered.

Advanced Components:
  • Ship to – Delivery address, if different from the billing address.

  • P.O. – Reference to the corresponding purchase order.

  • Qty – Quantity of each item delivered.

  • Unit Price – Price per unit, if relevant.

When and why is it used?

A delivery note is used whenever goods are shipped from seller to buyer, regardless of whether the delivery is part of a sale, return, or internal transfer. It serves multiple purposes:

  • Acts as a checklist for both sender and receiver to confirm that the order was fulfilled.

  • Serves as proof of delivery, especially when signed by the recipient.

  • Helps in managing returns, claims, or stock discrepancies.

  • Useful for internal documentation and warehouse management.

Unlike an invoice, a delivery note doesn’t include a payment request.

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