A Guide to Exporting & Export Documentation

What You’ll Learn

By the end of the session, you’ll be able to:

• Apply the correct Incoterms® 2020 rules to your exports
• Identify the right commodity codes for your goods
• Apply rules of origin and use trade agreements effectively
• Understand export controls and licence requirements
• Prepare accurate quotations, pro forma invoices, and packing documentation
• Complete export documentation including invoices, packing lists, preference documents, and certification
• Book and manage shipments with couriers and freight forwarders
• Understand contracts of carriage and transport documentation
• Provide the correct proof of export for audit and compliance purposes

You’ll leave with step-by-step guidance and resources to manage exports confidently from enquiry to despatch.

How It Works

• Format: Live, interactive online training via Zoom, with Q&A and practical exercises
• Duration: Full day — 9:30am to 3:30pm

Contact us at team@exporter-services.co.uk for group or bespoke training pricing.

Learn from the Experts

Exporter Services has been empowering UK businesses to trade successfully for over 15 years.

• We have delivered hundreds of export training sessions for SMEs across multiple sectors
• We are trusted by Chambers of Commerce and leading exporters nationwide
• Our trainers come with practical, real-world experience in international trade

“The course was delivered excellently and gave me the knowledge to ensure future shipments are correct and financially beneficial.” – Hannah Alexandar, Toyota Motor Europe

Why Book with Us

• Reduce export compliance risk and avoid shipment delays or costly rework due to documentation errors
• Manage the entire export process with confidence, from enquiry to proof of export
• Improve communication with freight forwarders and couriers by understanding their requirements and documentation needs
• Get support after the session with 30 minutes of free Helpdesk time for any questions that arise after the course