følgeseddel

A følgeseddel, commonly referred to in English as a delivery note, is a document that accompanies a shipment and provides a concise record of the goods being transported. It is issued by the sender and travels with the goods to the recipient, helping to identify the shipment and verify its contents.

A typical følgeseddel lists essential information about the shipment. This includes the sender and recipient details, delivery address, a shipment reference or order number, and the expected delivery date. It also contains the carrier information, transport mode, and any packaging marks or identifiers. The core of the document is an itemized list of the goods: item codes or descriptions, quantities, units of measure, and sometimes weights, dimensions, or packaging type. In some cases additional notes such as hazardous material markings, special handling instructions, or reference numbers for related documents (such as an invoice) are included. The form may also provide space for signatures to confirm delivery.

The følgeseddel serves several purposes. It acts as a record for sender, carrier, and recipient, enabling receipt confirmation and reconciliation with the original order. It supports customs clearance and freight billing by providing a documented itemization of goods. It is not typically a tax invoice, and prices or tax details are usually absent or listed separately on an invoice.

In practice, følgesedler can be paper-based or electronic, integrated with warehouse and enterprise systems. They are commonly used in Nordic trade and other regions as a standard means to ensure transparency and accuracy in the shipment process.