Bestimmungsort

Bestimmungsort is a German term used in logistics and international trade to designate the destination where goods, shipments, or documents should be delivered. It specifies the end point of a transport operation as agreed between seller and buyer or consignor and consignee.

In transport documents, such as bills of lading, freight invoices, and delivery notes, the Bestimmungsort identifies the place where delivery is to occur and can influence customs procedures, taxation, and the allocation of risk under applicable terms. The exact meaning may depend on the contract, the incoterms referenced, and the laws governing the transaction.

Examples illustrate its usage: a shipment from Hamburg to Berlin may list Berlin as the Bestimmungsort; an international shipment might designate a named port or a specific warehouse as the Bestimmungsort. The term can refer to a city, port, or a designated facility and is often distinct from the Abgangsort (departure location) or Versandort (dispatch point).

Relation to other terms: Bestimmungsort is commonly used alongside related concepts such as Lieferort (delivery location) and Bestimmungsland (destination country). Its precise interpretation varies with contractual language, adopted standards, and jurisdiction, making it essential to consult the specific agreement or documents for context.

See also: Incoterms, Bill of Lading, Lieferadresse, Versand, Bestimmungsland, Lieferung.