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Whether you’re running an online store or sending gifts for your friends, you might listen to people around you discuss the “Consignment Note vs Invoice” topic when they ship their parcels. You might be wondering what are the differences between both of these terms.
Don’t worry! In this blog, you will know the difference between a consignment note and an invoice and when you need them. Let’s dive in to understand more!
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What’s a Consignment Note?
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A consignment note is also known as air waybill. It is like your parcel’s boarding pass. This note contains all the important delivery details like the sender and receiver info, tracking number, courier service, reference code, parcel weight and dimensions, shipping address and contact details.
How does EasyParcel Make It Easy?
Once you’ve booked your parcel shipment with EasyParcel, this note will be generated automatically! Just print it and stick it on your parcel and you’re good to go.
If you do not have thermal printer to print out your consignment note, dont worry! Courier like Flash Express in EasyParcel is now offering a paperless option which allows mobile QR scan at its drop off point instead of printing. So it is super convenient!
What’s an Invoice?
An invoice is a business document that is always used when you’re selling something and need to show your business or deal details such as what you’re selling, how much it costs, payment details and buyer and seller info to your customers. It is also used as the support document during custom clearance. You need to attach an invoice if you’re shipping overseas or if your customer asks for one.
How does EasyParcel Make It Easy?
Your invoice can be auto generated if you use certain courier in EasyParcel such as Pos Laju.
Consignment Note vs Invoice: When to Use Them
Here’s a quick summary for you to understand easier when you need to use consignment note and invoice:
Scenario | Consignment Note | Invoice |
|---|---|---|
Domestic Shipping | ✅ Required | ✅ Required when it was asked |
International Shipping | ✅ Required | ✅ Required (for custom clearance) |
Selling online and offering returns | ✅ Required | ✅ Optional (can help with returns) |
Let’s Use the Consignment Note and Invoice Right!
Now you know when to use consignment notes and invoices. Consignment note is a must for every parcel as it is the boarding pass for the parcel shipment. For invoice, it can be optional to attach with your parcel but it is also a must if you are planning to ship your parcel internationally.
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FAQs
1. What is the difference between a consignment note and invoice?
A consignment note is a note that records all your shipping details while an invoice is a business document for you to attach with the parcel as support document.
2. If I want to print the consignment note, any printer suggestions for me?
You can try our EasyParcel Bluetooth Thermal Printer and EasyParcel Lite Thermal Printer and purchase them at our EasyParcel Shop. To understand more about the printers, you can refer here.
3. Can I print my consignment notes in bulk using EasyParcel?
Yes. You can refer to this guideline to print your consignment notes out in bulk.
4. How should I attach my consignment note or invoice with my parcel?
This guideline will help you to attach your consignment note and you can also refer here if you want to attach your invoice.
