Download Invoice for Israel

To facilitate smooth exports to Israel, accessing a readily available commercial invoice template is a practical first step. While specific templates vary, a standard commercial invoice form can be adapted to meet Israeli customs requirements. You'll need to populate it with accurate details about both the exporter and the consignee, including full names, addresses, and contact information. Ensure the invoice clearly states the reason for export, such as "sale" or "gift," and includes a unique invoice number and date. Many shipping carriers and export solution providers offer generic commercial invoice templates that can be customized for your specific shipment to Israel.

A compliant commercial invoice for exports to Israel must contain specific, detailed information to ensure efficient customs clearance and proper duty/tax assessment. Crucially, the invoice should be in English and include:

1. Exporter and Importer Details: Full name, address, contact information, and tax identification numbers for both parties.
2. Invoice Number and Date: A unique identifier and the date of issue.
3. Detailed Goods Description: A precise description of each item, including brand names, model numbers, composition (e.g., "men's T-shirts 80% cotton, 20% polyester"), quantity, and unit of measurement. Avoid vague terms like "clothing."
4. Harmonized System (HS) Code: The correct HS code for each product, which helps customs classify goods and determine applicable duties and taxes.
5. Declared Customs Value: The true market price of the goods, along with the currency, as this forms the basis for calculating the 17% Value Added Tax (VAT) and other taxes.
6. Country of Origin: The country where the goods were originally manufactured.
7. Weights: Both the net and gross weight for each package and the total shipment.
8. Incoterms®: Clearly state the agreed-upon Incoterms to define responsibilities for shipping costs and risks.

Accuracy in these details is paramount to prevent customs delays and potential penalties.

Staying current with Israeli customs regulations is vital for seamless exports. A significant change, effective January 10, 2018, eliminated the requirement for U.S. exporters to provide a hard copy Certificate of Origin (often called the "Green Form" or "Form A") for preferential access under the U.S.-Israel Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Instead, U.S. exporters must now include a specific declaration on the commercial invoice or another commercial document.

The required declaration for U.S. exporters under the FTA is: "I, the undersigned, hereby declare that unless otherwise indicated, the goods covered by this document fully comply with the rules of origin and the other provisions of the Agreement on the Establishment of a Free Trade Area between the Government of Israel and the Government of the United States of America." This statement must be physically signed by the exporter or producer, as electronic signatures are not accepted by Israeli Customs for this purpose. Goods qualify if they are wholly produced in the U.S., imported directly, and have at least 35% U.S. content.

Furthermore, Israel has implemented the "Invoice Israel" reform, introducing a phased e-invoicing clearance system for B2B transactions. From January 1, 2026, invoices exceeding NIS 10,000 (before VAT) require an allocation number from the Israel Tax Authority for input VAT deductions, with this threshold further reducing to NIS 5,000 from June 1, 2026. This means suppliers must submit invoice data to the ITA for validation and receive a unique allocation number before issuing the invoice to the buyer.