U.S. Shipper’s Letter of Instruction (SLI) Instructions

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This form contains 162 fields organized into 26 sections. Below is a complete list of every field, its type, and what information is expected.

Field Name Type Description
Authorization - Title and Date
Authorization Title Text
Enter the job title of the person signing the authorization.
Authorization Date Date
Enter the date the authorization is signed.
Commodity Information - Line 1
Line 1 Origin Text
Enter the origin for commodity line 1 (e.g., country/production origin as required for this shipment).
Line 1 Commodity Description Text
Enter the detailed description of the commodity for line 1.
Line 1 Schedule B or HTS Code Text
Enter the Schedule B or HTS classification code for commodity line 1.
Line 1 ECCN or USML Category Text
Enter the ECCN or USML category applicable to commodity line 1.
Line 1 Quantity Number
Enter the quantity for commodity line 1.
Line 1 Quantity Unit of Measure Text
Enter the unit of measure corresponding to the line 1 quantity (e.g., EA, KG).
Line 1 Gross Weight Number
Enter the gross weight for commodity line 1.
Line 1 Gross Weight Unit of Measure Combobox
Enter the unit of measure for the line 1 gross weight (e.g., LB, KG).
KGS LBS Select
Line 1 Export Value Number
Enter the export value for commodity line 1.
Line 1 License Number or CFR Citation Text
Enter the applicable export license number or CFR citation for commodity line 1.
Line 1 SME Checkbox
Check this box if the commodity on Commodity Information line 1 is classified as Significant Military Equipment (SME).
Line 1 DDTC Quantity/UOM (Additional) Text
Enter any additional DDTC quantity and unit-of-measure information required for commodity line 1.
Line 1 DDTC Quantity Number
Enter the DDTC-reported quantity for commodity line 1.
Line 1 DDTC Unit of Measure Text
Enter the unit of measure used for the DDTC quantity for commodity line 1.
Line 1 License Value Number
Enter the license value associated with commodity line 1.
Commodity Information - Line 2
Line 2 Origin Text
Enter the country of origin for the commodity on line 2.
Line 2 Commodity Description Text
Enter a detailed description of the commodity being exported on line 2.
Line 2 Schedule B or HTS Text
Enter the Schedule B or HTS classification code for the commodity on line 2.
Line 2 ECCN or USML Category Text
Enter the ECCN or USML category for the commodity on line 2.
Line 2 Quantity Number
Enter the quantity of the commodity for line 2.
Line 2 Unit of Measure (UOM) Text
Enter the unit of measure corresponding to the quantity for line 2.
Line 2 Gross Weight Number
Enter the gross weight for the shipment item on line 2.
Line 2 Gross Weight Unit Combobox
Enter the unit of measure for the gross weight on line 2.
KGS LBS Select
Line 2 Export Value Number
Enter the export value amount for the commodity on line 2.
Line 2 License Number / CFR Text
Enter the applicable license number or CFR citation for the line 2 item.
Line 2 - SME Checkbox
Check this box if the commodity on Line 2 is Significant Military Equipment (SME).
Line 2 DDTC Qty/UOM (Combined) Text
Enter the DDTC quantity and unit of measure for line 2 as a single combined entry.
Line 2 DDTC Quantity Number
Enter the DDTC quantity for the commodity on line 2.
Line 2 DDTC Unit of Measure Text
Enter the DDTC unit of measure corresponding to the DDTC quantity for line 2.
Line 2 License Value Number
Enter the license value amount associated with the commodity on line 2.
Commodity Information - Line 3
Line 3 Origin Text
Enter the country of origin for the commodity on line 3.
Line 3 Commodity Description Text
Provide the detailed description of the commodity for line 3.
Line 3 Schedule B or HTS Text
Enter the Schedule B or HTS classification code for the line 3 commodity.
Line 3 ECCN or USML Category Text
Enter the applicable ECCN or USML category for the line 3 commodity.
Line 3 Quantity Number
Enter the quantity for the line 3 commodity.
Line 3 Quantity Unit of Measure (UOM) Text
Enter the unit of measure corresponding to the line 3 quantity.
Line 3 Gross Weight Number
Enter the gross weight for the line 3 shipment item.
Line 3 Gross Weight Unit Combobox
Enter the unit of measure for the line 3 gross weight (e.g., kg, lb).
KGS LBS Select
Line 3 Export Value Number
Enter the export value amount for the line 3 commodity.
Line 3 License Number or CFR Citation Text
Enter the applicable license number or CFR citation for the line 3 commodity.
Line 3 - SME Checkbox
Check this box for Commodity Information line 3 if the item is classified as Significant Military Equipment (SME).
Line 3 DDTC Quantity/UOM (Details) Text
Enter any DDTC quantity and unit-of-measure details required for the line 3 commodity.
Line 3 DDTC Quantity Number
Enter the DDTC-controlled quantity for the line 3 commodity.
Line 3 DDTC Unit of Measure (UOM) Text
Enter the unit of measure corresponding to the line 3 DDTC quantity.
Line 3 License Value Number
Enter the license value amount associated with the line 3 commodity.
Commodity Information - Line 4
Line 4 Origin Text
Enter the country of origin for commodity line 4.
Line 4 Commodity Description Text
Enter a detailed description of the commodity for line 4.
Line 4 Schedule B or HTS Text
Enter the Schedule B number or HTS code for the commodity on line 4.
Line 4 ECCN or USML Category Text
Enter the export classification (ECCN) or USML category for the item on line 4.
Line 4 Quantity Number
Enter the quantity of the commodity being shipped for line 4.
Line 4 Quantity Unit of Measure Text
Enter the unit of measure corresponding to the quantity for line 4 (e.g., EA, KG).
Line 4 Gross Weight Number
Enter the gross weight for the shipment item on line 4.
Line 4 Gross Weight Unit Combobox
Enter the unit of measure for the gross weight on line 4 (e.g., LB, KG).
KGS LBS Select
Line 4 Export Value Number
Enter the export value for the commodity on line 4.
Line 4 License Number or CFR Citation Text
Enter the applicable export license number or CFR citation for line 4, if required.
Line 4 - SME Checkbox
Check this box if the commodity on Line 4 is classified as SME (Significant Military Equipment).
Line 4 DDTC Quantity/UOM (Text Entry) Text
Enter any DDTC quantity and unit of measure details for line 4 as provided in supporting documentation.
Line 4 DDTC Quantity Number
Enter the DDTC quantity for line 4, if applicable.
Line 4 DDTC Unit of Measure Text
Enter the unit of measure corresponding to the DDTC quantity for line 4.
Line 4 License Value Number
Enter the license value associated with commodity line 4, if applicable.
Commodity Information - Line 5
Line 5 Origin Text
Enter the country of origin for commodity line 5.
Line 5 Commodity Description Text
Enter a detailed description of the commodity for line 5.
Line 5 Schedule B / HTS Text
Enter the Schedule B or HTS classification code for commodity line 5.
Line 5 ECCN or USML Category Text
Enter the ECCN or USML category applicable to commodity line 5.
Line 5 Quantity Number
Enter the quantity of the commodity being shipped for line 5.
Line 5 Quantity Unit of Measure Text
Enter the unit of measure for the quantity on line 5 (e.g., EA, KG, L).
Line 5 Gross Weight Number
Enter the gross weight for commodity line 5.
Line 5 Gross Weight Unit of Measure Combobox
Enter the unit of measure for the gross weight on line 5 (e.g., LB, KG).
KGS LBS Select
Line 5 Export Value Number
Enter the export value for commodity line 5.
Line 5 License Number / CFR Citation Text
Enter the applicable license number or CFR license exception/exemption citation for line 5.
Line 5 - SME Checkbox
Check this box if the commodity listed on Line 5 is Significant Military Equipment (SME).
Line 5 DDTC Quantity/UOM (Combined) Text
Enter the DDTC quantity and unit of measure details for line 5, if applicable.
Line 5 DDTC Quantity Number
Enter the DDTC quantity for commodity line 5, if applicable.
Line 5 DDTC Unit of Measure Text
Enter the DDTC unit of measure for the DDTC quantity on line 5, if applicable.
Line 5 License Value Number
Enter the license value associated with commodity line 5, if applicable.
Commodity Information - Line 6
Line 6 Origin Text
Enter the country of origin for the commodity on line 6.
Line 6 Commodity Description Text
Enter a detailed description of the commodity being shipped on line 6.
Line 6 Schedule B / HTS Text
Enter the Schedule B or HTS classification code for the commodity on line 6.
Line 6 ECCN or USML Category Text
Enter the applicable ECCN or USML category for the commodity on line 6.
Line 6 Quantity Number
Enter the total quantity of the commodity for line 6.
Line 6 Quantity Unit of Measure (UOM) Text
Enter the unit of measure corresponding to the quantity for line 6.
Line 6 Gross Weight Number
Enter the gross weight for the line 6 item.
Line 6 Gross Weight Unit Combobox
Enter the unit of measure for the gross weight on line 6.
KGS LBS Select
Line 6 Export Value Number
Enter the export value for the commodity on line 6.
Line 6 License Number / CFR Citation Text
Enter the applicable export license number or CFR citation for the line 6 item.
6-SME CheckBox
Line 6 DDTC Quantity Number
Enter the DDTC quantity for the defense-related item on line 6, if applicable.
Line 6 DDTC Quantity Unit (Part 1) Text
Enter the first part of the DDTC unit of measure for the DDTC quantity on line 6, if applicable.
Line 6 DDTC Quantity Unit (Part 2) Text
Enter the second part of the DDTC unit of measure for the DDTC quantity on line 6, if applicable.
Line 6 License Value Number
Enter the license value associated with the line 6 item, if applicable.
Insurance (Optional)
Insurance (Optional) Amount of Insurance Number
Enter the amount of insurance coverage requested for the shipment. Fill only if 'Insurance Requested - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: Insurance Requested - Yes
Insurance Requested - No Checkbox
Check this box if you are not requesting insurance coverage for this shipment.
Insurance (Optional) Declared Value for Carriage Number
Enter the declared value of the shipment for carriage purposes if not requesting insurance. Fill only if 'Insurance Requested - No' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: Insurance Requested - No
Insurance Requested - Yes Checkbox
Check this box if you are requesting insurance coverage for this shipment.
License Determination - License Details and Certification
License Number or CFR Citation Text
Enter the export license number or the applicable CFR citation authorizing the shipment.
DDTC Registration Number Text
Enter the exporter’s DDTC (Directorate of Defense Trade Controls) registration number, if applicable.
DDTC Eligible Party Certification Indicator - Yes Checkbox
Check this box if the shipment/transaction has a DDTC eligible party certification indicator of Yes.
DDTC Eligible Party Certification Indicator - No Checkbox
Check this box if the shipment/transaction has a DDTC eligible party certification indicator of No.
License Determination - License/Exception Type
NLR Checkbox
Check this box if the shipment is exported with No License Required (NLR).
DDTC Checkbox
Check this box if the shipment requires a DDTC (ITAR) license or is exported under a DDTC authorization/exception.
NRC Checkbox
Check this box if the shipment is subject to Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) licensing or authorization.
Multiple (See line items) Checkbox
Check this box if more than one license/exception type applies and the specific type is indicated on the line items.
BIS Checkbox
Check this box if the shipment requires a BIS (EAR) license or is exported under a BIS license exception.
OFAC Checkbox
Check this box if the shipment requires OFAC authorization or involves OFAC sanctions compliance requirements.
Other Checkbox
Check this box if the license/exception type is not listed and will be specified elsewhere on the form.
Other Conditional - Intermediate Consignee / FTZ / Entry
FTZ Identifier Text
Enter the Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) identifier associated with this shipment, if applicable.
Intermediate Consignee Name and Address Text
Enter the full legal name and complete address of the intermediate consignee.
Entry Number Text
Enter the customs entry number for this shipment, if applicable.
Other Conditional - Used Vehicles / Sold En Route
Other Conditional: Used Vehicle(s) Checkbox
Check this box if the shipment includes used vehicle(s).
Other Conditional: Sold En Route Checkbox
Check this box if the goods were sold while en route to the ultimate destination.
Other Required - Hazardous Materials?
Hazardous Materials? - Yes Checkbox
Check this box if the shipment contains hazardous materials.
Hazardous Materials? - No Checkbox
Check this box if the shipment does not contain hazardous materials.
Other Required - Related Parties?
Related Parties? Yes Checkbox
Check this box if the U.S. Principal Party in Interest (USPPI) and the ultimate consignee are related parties for this shipment.
Related Parties? No Checkbox
Check this box if the USPPI and the ultimate consignee are not related parties for this shipment.
Other Required - Routed Export Transaction?
Routed Export Transaction - Yes Checkbox
Check this box if the shipment is a routed export transaction.
Routed Export Transaction - No Checkbox
Check this box if the shipment is not a routed export transaction.
SLI Reference and Contact
SLI Reference Number Text
Enter the reference number associated with this Shipper’s Letter of Instruction (SLI).
SLI Contact Name Text
Enter the full name of the primary contact person for this SLI.
SLI Contact Phone Text
Enter the phone number for the primary contact person for this SLI.
Special Instructions
Special Instructions Text
Enter any special shipping, handling, documentation, routing, or compliance instructions that should be followed for this shipment. Fill only if 'In Case of Inability to Deliver - Deliver to (specify in special instructions)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: In Case of Inability to Deliver - Deliver to (specify in special instructions)
Transportation - Charges (Prepaid/Collect)
Freight - Prepaid Checkbox
Check this box if freight charges will be prepaid (paid by the shipper/at origin).
Freight - Collect Checkbox
Check this box if freight charges will be collect (paid by the consignee/at destination).
Origin Cost - Prepaid Checkbox
Check this box if origin cost charges will be prepaid (paid at origin).
Origin Cost - Collect Checkbox
Check this box if origin cost charges will be collect (paid at destination).
Duty - Prepaid Checkbox
Check this box if duty charges will be prepaid.
Duty - Collect Checkbox
Check this box if duty charges will be collect.
Tax - Prepaid Checkbox
Check this box if tax charges will be prepaid.
Tax - Collect Checkbox
Check this box if tax charges will be collect.
Customs - Prepaid Checkbox
Check this box if customs charges will be prepaid.
Customs - Collect Checkbox
Check this box if customs charges will be collect.
Transportation - In Case of Inability to Deliver
In Case of Inability to Deliver - Abandon Checkbox
Check this box if the shipment should be abandoned if it cannot be delivered as addressed.
In Case of Inability to Deliver - Return to Shipper Checkbox
Check this box if the shipment should be returned to the shipper if it cannot be delivered as addressed.
In Case of Inability to Deliver - Deliver to (specify in special instructions) Checkbox
Check this box if the shipment should be delivered to an alternate party/location, and specify the delivery instructions in the Special Instructions section.
Transportation - Method / Date / Inbond
Method of Transportation - Air Checkbox
Check this box if the shipment will be transported by air.
Method of Transportation - Ocean Checkbox
Check this box if the shipment will be transported by ocean vessel.
Method of Transportation - Truck Checkbox
Check this box if the shipment will be transported by truck.
Method of Transportation - Rail Checkbox
Check this box if the shipment will be transported by rail.
Transportation Date of Export Date
Enter the date the shipment is exported.
Transportation Inbond Code Text
Enter the in-bond code applicable to the shipment, if any.
Transportation - Mode
Mode - Consol Checkbox
Check this box if the shipment mode is consolidated (Consol).
Mode - Direct Checkbox
Check this box if the shipment mode is direct (not consolidated).
Transportation - Ocean Documentation Type
Ocean Documentation Type - Original Bill of Lading Checkbox
Check this box if you want the shipment to be documented with an Original Bill of Lading. Fill only if 'Method of Transportation - Ocean' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: Method of Transportation - Ocean
Ocean Documentation Type - Sea Waybill Checkbox
Check this box if you want the shipment to be documented with a Sea Waybill. Fill only if 'Method of Transportation - Ocean' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: Method of Transportation - Ocean
Transportation - Reference and Routing
Transportation Reference Number Text
Enter the transportation reference number associated with this shipment.
Exporting Carrier Text
Enter the name of the carrier responsible for exporting the shipment.
Port of Export Text
Enter the port where the shipment will depart the United States for export.
Port of Unlading Text
Enter the port where the shipment will be unloaded from the transporting vessel or aircraft.
Vessel Name Text
Enter the name of the vessel used to transport the shipment. Fill only if 'Method of Transportation - Ocean' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: Method of Transportation - Ocean
Transportation - Service Type
Port to Port Checkbox
Check this box if the shipment service is port-to-port (delivery between origin port and destination port only).
Port to Door Checkbox
Check this box if the shipment service is port-to-door (from origin port to final delivery address).
Door to Port Checkbox
Check this box if the shipment service is door-to-port (pickup at origin address and delivery to destination port).
Door to Door Checkbox
Check this box if the shipment service is door-to-door (pickup at origin address and delivery to the final destination address).
Ultimate Consignee Information
Consignee Type Combobox
Enter the ultimate consignee type classification for this shipment.
Reseller Direct Consumer Govt. Entity - Other/Unknown
Ultimate Consignee Name and Address Text
Provide the full name and complete address of the ultimate consignee.
Country of Ultimate Destination Text
Enter the country of ultimate destination if it is different from the ultimate consignee address. Fill only if 'Ultimate Consignee Name and Address' is in a different country than the Country of Ultimate Destination.
Depends on: Ultimate Consignee Name and Address
FPPI Name Text
Enter the name of the Foreign Principal Party in Interest (FPPI) if it is different from the ultimate consignee. Fill only if 'Ultimate Consignee Name and Address' is different from the FPPI Name.
Depends on: Ultimate Consignee Name and Address
USPPI (U.S. Principal Party in Interest) Information
USPPI Name Text
Enter the full legal name of the U.S. Principal Party in Interest (USPPI).
USPPI EIN Text
Enter the USPPI's Employer Identification Number (EIN).
USPPI Address / Cargo Location Text
Enter the USPPI’s full address or the physical location where the cargo is located.
USPPI State of Origin Combobox
Enter the state where the goods originated if it is different from the USPPI address. Fill only if 'USPPI Address / Cargo Location' is in a different state than the State of Origin.
MS VI ND IN RI CA - TX DC AL DE NJ WV MO NC MD OK ME IA NM GA CT AZ NH SD VT WY AR MT VA WA CO SC UT MA NE WI OR TN KS LA FL MN IL PA MI NV OH PR AK NY ID HI KY
Depends on: USPPI Address / Cargo Location