How to Make a Proforma Invoice for Export Orders

The first official quote you give to your buyer of an export order is a proforma invoice. It assists the importer to know the product, the cost, the shipping terms and the payment expectation prior to the actual invoice is raised. Most international customers require a proforma invoice that is clear and professional as the buying decision in 2025. The following is how to create one: 🧾 What is a Proforma Invoice? It is a tentative document, which contains description of the goods or services provided, price, quantity supplied, delivery time, terms of sale or payment conditions. Note: A proforma invoice is not a tax invoice and it is not accounted. ✅ Key Elements to Include: Exporter Details The name of your company, your address, the GSTIN, IEC, contact number, email, and logo. Proforma Invoice Number & Date Proforma Invoice Number and issue date should use a unique serial number (e.g. PI-2025-001). Buyer Information Name of importer and his/her company, address, country, contact p...