The usual documents
| Document | What it is | Usually provided by |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial invoice | Goods, quantity, value, buyer and seller | Seller or exporter |
| Packing list | Packages, marks and the weight of each package | Seller or exporter |
| Certificate of origin | Confirms where the goods were produced | Chamber of commerce in the exporting country |
| Iranian export declaration | Export declaration filed with Iranian customs at Remdan | Exporter or Iran-side agent |
| Goods declaration (GD) | The customs declaration filed in Pakistan | Clearing agent at Gabd |
| Transport documents | Truck and driver details and waybill; a TIR carnet for TIR movements | Transporter |
| Importer or exporter registration | NTN and customs registration in Pakistan | Importer or exporter |
| Health or phytosanitary certificate | Needed for food, plants and animal products | Authority in the exporting country |
| Permits or licences | Needed for restricted goods | The relevant ministry or department |
Importing into Pakistan: checklist
- Commercial invoice and packing list from the Iranian supplier
- Certificate of origin
- Importer's NTN and customs registration
- Any certificates or permits the goods need
- Transport documents for the truck crossing at Gabd
Exporting from Pakistan to Iran: checklist
- Commercial invoice and packing list
- Exporter's NTN and customs registration
- Certificate of origin, if the buyer needs it
- The documents the Iranian buyer needs for import at Remdan
- Transport documents
Tips that save time at the border
- Make sure names, quantities, weights and descriptions match on every document.
- Send scans to your clearing agent before the truck leaves, not when it arrives.
- Keep originals with the truck when they are required.
- Check early whether the goods need a certificate or lab test. These take the longest.
Rules and procedures change. This guide is general information, not legal advice. Confirm the current requirements for your goods with us before you ship.