Definition
A document issued by a carrier giving details and instructions relating to the shipment of a consignment of goods. A sea waybill (as opposed to a Bill of Lading) is a non-negotiable transport document — cargo is released to the named consignee without the need to present an original document.
Frequently asked questions
What is Waybill?
A document issued by a carrier giving details and instructions relating to the shipment of a consignment of goods. A sea waybill (as opposed to a Bill of Lading) is a non-negotiable transport document — cargo is released to the named consignee without the need to present an original document.
Which glossary terms are related to Waybill?
Waybill is a documentation term in the South African import/export industry. Related terms in the same area include Air Waybill (AWB), ATA Carnet, Bill of Lading (BoL), Cargo Manifest, Certificate of Conformity — each has its own plain-English definition in the TradeCaravan glossary.