CMR Consignment Note in Letter of Credit Transactions
How a road consignment note (CMR) is examined under UCP 600 Article 24.
Reviewed by LCCheck team (owner-approved) · 2026-10-12
Short answer
Road transport documents, including the CMR consignment note, are examined under UCP 600 Article 24. They must show the carrier's name, be signed by the carrier or an agent (or bear a receipt stamp), and show the place of shipment and destination stated in the credit. A road document must appear to be the original for the consignor or shipper, or bear no marking indicating for whom it was prepared (Art. 24(b)).
| Rule | UCP 600 Art. 24 |
|---|---|
| Original | Copy for consignor/shipper |
| Document of title | No |
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- Carrier named and signed or stamped.
- Places of shipment and destination match the credit.
- Shipment date = issue date unless receipt stamp/notation shows otherwise.
- Consignee as required.
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