Courier Invoice Template

Create professional courier invoices for delivery services, package transport, and messenger work. Our template includes mileage tracking, delivery zones, and service level documentation. Perfect for couriers, delivery drivers, and messenger services. Download instantly in PDF, Word, or Excel format.

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Subtotal$630.00
Total (USD)$630.00

What to Include on a Courier Invoice

Professional courier invoices should document:

Business Information
  • Company/driver name
  • Business address
  • Phone and email
  • Vehicle information
  • Insurance details
Client Information
  • Client/company name
  • Contact person
  • Billing address
  • Account number (if applicable)
Delivery Details
  • Pickup address
  • Delivery address
  • Date and time
  • Package description
  • Weight/dimensions
  • Tracking number
Service Details
  • Service level (standard/express)
  • Distance/zone
  • Base delivery fee
  • Surcharges (size, weight, stairs)
  • Waiting time charges
  • Signature confirmation
Financial Summary
  • Per-delivery charges
  • Total deliveries
  • Surcharges
  • Fuel surcharge (if applicable)
  • Invoice total

Courier Services Pricing Guide

Standard rates for courier and delivery services:

Distance-Based Pricing
  • Local (0-5 miles): $10-20
  • Standard (5-15 miles): $20-35
  • Extended (15-30 miles): $35-55
  • Long distance (30+ miles): $55-100+
  • Per mile after base: $1.50-3.00
Service Level Pricing
  • Standard (same day): Base rate
  • Priority (4 hours): 1.5× base
  • Express (2 hours): 2× base
  • Rush (1 hour): 2.5-3× base
  • Scheduled: Base rate
Surcharges
  • Large package: $10-25
  • Heavy (over 50 lbs): $15-30
  • Fragile handling: $10-20
  • Inside delivery: $15-25
  • Stairs (per flight): $5-10
  • Waiting time: $0.50-1/min
Specialty Deliveries
  • Medical/specimen: $25-75
  • Legal documents: $20-50
  • Catering/food: $25-50
  • Retail same-day: $15-35
Account/Contract Rates
  • Volume discounts: 10-25% off
  • Monthly minimum required
  • Weekly invoicing
  • Dedicated routes negotiable

Delivery Documentation & Proof

Document deliveries professionally:

Proof of Delivery
  • Recipient signature
  • Printed name
  • Date and time stamp
  • Photo of delivered package
  • GPS coordinates
Delivery Confirmation
  • Unique tracking number
  • Delivery status updates
  • Attempted delivery notices
  • Rescheduling records
  • Customer notifications
Package Documentation
  • Item description
  • Weight and dimensions
  • Declared value
  • Special handling notes
  • Condition at pickup
Failed Delivery Records
  • Attempt date/time
  • Reason for failure
  • Left notice confirmation
  • Rescheduled date
  • Customer contact attempts
Exception Handling
  • Damaged package report
  • Refused delivery notes
  • Address correction records
  • Return to sender processing
  • Incident documentation

Courier Business Best Practices

Run an efficient delivery operation:

Route Optimization
  • Batch similar areas
  • Plan efficient routes
  • Account for traffic patterns
  • Schedule pickup windows
  • Minimize deadhead miles
Vehicle Management
  • Regular maintenance
  • Fuel tracking
  • Insurance current
  • Registration valid
  • Clean and professional
Customer Service
  • Delivery notifications
  • Real-time tracking
  • Responsive communication
  • Professional appearance
  • Careful handling
Technology
  • GPS tracking app
  • Route planning software
  • Digital signatures
  • Photo documentation
  • Invoicing software
Insurance & Liability
  • Commercial auto insurance
  • Cargo insurance
  • Declared value coverage
  • Liability limits
  • Claims process ready

Frequently Asked Questions