Transport Documents

Surat jalan

A document issued by the shipper or supplier to accompany a shipment, confirming the goods delivered to the consignee, often used as proof of receipt but not a proof of payment.

Quick answer: A document issued by the shipper or supplier to accompany a shipment, confirming the goods delivered to the consignee, often used as proof of receipt but not a proof of payment.

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Quick answer

A document issued by the shipper or supplier to accompany a shipment, confirming the goods delivered to the consignee, often used as proof of receipt but not a proof of payment.

Why it matters

Surat jalan matters because it supports clear communication in Transport Documents contexts for Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as FIATA Diploma, CILT Certification, and IATA DGR.

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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is Surat jalan?

In this glossary, Surat jalan refers to: A document issued by the shipper or supplier to accompany a shipment, confirming the goods delivered to the consignee, often used as proof of receipt but not a proof of payment.

How is Surat jalan used in logistics?

In logistics communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Pengemudi harus memastikan pelanggan menandatangani surat jalan saat menerima barang di gudang."

Why does Surat jalan matter in logistics?

Surat jalan matters because it supports clear communication in Transport Documents contexts for Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as FIATA Diploma, CILT Certification, and IATA DGR.

Who uses Surat jalan?

Surat jalan is mainly used by Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers.

What category does Surat jalan belong to?

In this glossary, Surat jalan is grouped under Transport Documents. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from Incoterms 2020 (ICC), FIATA, IATA DGR, WCO and published by Protermify Logistics as a static logistics reference page.

Definition

A document issued by the shipper or supplier to accompany a shipment, confirming the goods delivered to the consignee, often used as proof of receipt but not a proof of payment.

Operational example

The driver must ensure the customer signs the delivery note upon receipt of the goods at the warehouse.

Localized term

Surat jalan

Localized example

Pengemudi harus memastikan pelanggan menandatangani surat jalan saat menerima barang di gudang.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

Incoterms 2020 (ICC), FIATA, IATA DGR, WCO

Exam relevance

  • FIATA Diploma
  • CILT Certification
  • IATA DGR

Target audience

  • Freight Forwarders
  • Supply Chain Managers
  • Customs Brokers

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