However, since this document is not necessarily in final form, shipping costs, taxes, and other details may be subject to change.īusinesses use ProForma invoices as written estimates that can help with bookkeeping and customs processing and can serve as the basis for hammering out a final agreement between buyer and seller – so invoices should always be prepared in good faith and delivered promptly.
Like any other invoice, this one should contain an itemized list of items and costs. A proForma invoice is a preliminary record of sale that serves as a stand-in until transaction details are finalized.
