Documents for shipping to Cambodia: checklist & templates
Everything you need to prepare before the truck leaves — plus free bilingual Excel templates.
Free templates
Bilingual (English/Vietnamese) Excel templates with automatic totals. Edit, print, sign and stamp.
⬇ Commercial invoice (.xlsx)⬇ Packing list (.xlsx)
Document checklist
| Document | When needed | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial invoice | All shipments | Template below |
| Packing list | All shipments | Template below |
| Sales contract / purchase order | All commercial shipments | Terms must match the invoice |
| C/O Form D | To claim ATIGA preferential duty | Issued in Vietnam before shipment |
| Phytosanitary / veterinary certificate | Plant and animal products | Arrange before pickup |
| Cambodian import permit / registration | Food, pharmaceuticals, chemicals and other regulated goods | Held by the Cambodian importer |
| Transit documents (B/L, transit declaration) | Transit cargo from Vietnamese ports | B/L should show Cambodia as final destination |
| Vehicle and driver papers | Cross-border trucks | Provided by the carrier |
Five checks before you send
- Descriptions are specific (not "goods" or "spare parts").
- HS codes are the same on all documents.
- Package count and gross weight match the actual cargo.
- Buyer name matches the Cambodian importer's registration.
- Form D details match the invoice.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use these templates for customs?
Yes, as a starting point. Fill in all fields accurately and make sure they match your contract and the actual cargo.
Is Form D mandatory?
No, but without it your buyer may pay a higher Cambodian import duty.
Will you check my documents?
Yes — send them before pickup and we will review them free of charge for shipments we handle.
Read more: common document mistakes at Moc Bai – Bavet · Vietnam–Cambodia customs clearance
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