# Freight declaration

*Last updated: 2026-06-22*

> Unlike a non-binding booking enquiry, a freight declaration is a formal, operational notification: the shipper or freight forwarder provides a carrier or terminal with specific details on cargo type, quantity, weight, collection and delivery points, and any special requirements such as dangerous goods, temperature control, or oversized dimensions.

Unlike a non-binding booking enquiry, a freight declaration is a formal, operational notification: the shipper or freight forwarder provides a carrier or terminal with specific details on cargo type, quantity, weight, collection and delivery points, and any special requirements such as dangerous goods, temperature control, or oversized dimensions. This triggers the carrier's capacity planning and vehicle allocation. The declaration also serves as the basis for issuing transport documents – including the air waybill (AWB) or bill of lading (B/L). It should not be confused with a customs declaration, which is a separate regulatory procedure governed by distinct legal requirements.

**Source:** [https://wirtschaftslexikon.gabler.de/definition/frachtanmeldung-42775](https://wirtschaftslexikon.gabler.de/definition/frachtanmeldung-42775)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Freight declaration |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 99 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-22 |
| Source | https://wirtschaftslexikon.gabler.de/definition/frachtanmeldung-42775 |

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