Bill of Lading — Types, Endorsement & Negotiation
OBL, Express BL, Sea Waybill; Negotiable vs Non-negotiable
LOGISTICS & SHIPPING GUIDES
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Route & Service Overview
OBL, Express BL, Sea Waybill; Negotiable vs Non-negotiable. This guide covers all logistics, shipping and freight requirements for India trade facilitated by All Frontier Global Nexus.
Transit Details & Key Carriers
Documentation Requirements
- Bill of Lading (OBL / Express BL / Sea Waybill)
- Commercial Invoice — value, origin, description, HS code
- Packing List — net/gross weight, dimensions, marks & numbers
- Certificate of Origin (appropriate form for FTA benefit)
- Shipping Bill / Airway Bill / CMR (mode-specific)
- Insurance Certificate — Institute Cargo Clauses A recommended
Key Compliance Points
- Verify IMDG / IATA DGR classification for hazardous goods
- File ENS/AMS/ISF as required for destination country
- Confirm Incoterms with buyer — risk transfer point agreed
- Check prohibited/restricted goods list for destination country
- Verify Phytosanitary / SPS clearance for agro products
- Maintain FIRC and BRC for RBI compliance within 9 months
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| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Route / Service | OBL, Express BL, Sea Waybill; Negotiable vs Non-negotiable |
| Transit Time | As per service type and origin-destination pair |
| Key Carriers | Major shipping lines, airlines, freight forwarders operating this route |
| Container Types | 20GP, 40GP, 40HC, REEFER, OT, FR as applicable |
| Ports of Loading | JNPT, Mundra, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru Air, Delhi Air |
| Ports of Discharge | Per destination country — see route detail above |