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Straight Bill of Lading: Free Template

Draft a straight (non negotiable) bill of lading with a named consignee, shipper, ports, vessel, container and seal numbers, packages and weights.

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Straight vs order bill of lading

A straight bill of lading is a bill of lading made out to a named consignee. It is not negotiable: the carrier delivers the goods only to that consignee, and the bill cannot be endorsed to anyone else. It suits goods already paid for, shipments between related companies and gifts or samples.

Straight vs order bill of lading

Straight B/LOrder B/L
ConsigneeNamed person or company"To order" or "to order of" a bank
Negotiable?NoYes, by endorsement
Used withPrepaid goods, related partiesLetters of credit, goods sold in transit
Risk for the sellerGoods can go to the buyer before paymentSeller or bank holds title until paid

Before you choose straight

Because delivery goes to the named consignee, do not use a straight bill unless you have been paid or trust the buyer. In some countries carriers release goods under a straight bill without the original. For an order bill use the bill of lading generator.

This is a draft for your records and for the carrier: only the carrier or its agent issues and signs the real bill.

Download a PDF or an editable Word file, or print it. Your draft stays in this browser only; nothing is uploaded to our servers.

Features

  • Named consignee
  • Non negotiable wording
  • Containers and seals
  • Packages, weight and CBM
  • Freight prepaid or collect
  • PDF, Word and print

Frequently asked questions

Is a straight bill of lading a document of title?

It is not negotiable, so it cannot transfer the goods to someone else by endorsement. Some countries still require the original to be shown on delivery.

When should I use a straight bill of lading?

When the goods are already paid, are sent between companies of one group, or are samples or gifts.

Can a straight bill of lading be used with a letter of credit?

Rarely. Banks usually want an order bill so they hold title until payment.

Is it free?

Yes. No sign up and no watermark. Download a PDF or Word file, or print it, as often as you need.

Is my information saved?

Only in your own browser, so you can come back to the draft. Nothing is uploaded to our servers.

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