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Delivery note template for South African businesses
Record what was delivered, where it went, who received it and whether any item, quantity or condition exception must be noted before acknowledgement.
Separate delivery proof from payment
A delivery note helps prove that goods were supplied or handed over. It should not be confused with an invoice or receipt. Keep payment requests and VAT wording in the correct document type.
Make receiving checks visible
Quantities, item condition, missing items and receiving acknowledgements should be recorded clearly so disputes can be investigated against the delivery record.
Useful for suppliers, stores and service teams
Delivery notes support office supplies, retail orders, maintenance materials and project handovers where goods or items move between parties.
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Frequently asked questions
What should a delivery note include?
A delivery note normally records sender, recipient, delivery address, reference, date, item descriptions, quantities, condition notes and acknowledgement fields.
Is a delivery note the same as an invoice?
No. A delivery note records supplied goods or handover details. An invoice requests payment and uses separate commercial and tax fields.
Can I export the delivery note?
Yes. After review, supported exports include PDF and Word.