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Free Bill of Lading Template, Ready in Minutes
Fill in our free bill of lading template online and download a ready-to-print BOL as a PDF. No blank Word or Excel file to format, no field to forget.
Free BOL template: shipper, consignee, freight details and signature lines in one clean layout.
PDF download: print it, email it, or hand it to the driver at pickup.
Tired of chasing signed paper BOLs? See how an eBOL captures signatures on the driver's phone.
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Create a Bill of Lading Online with the BOL Generator
Skip the blank BOL form. The generator walks you through the bill of lading template field by field, so every BOL you send looks the same and is easy for the driver and the consignee to read.
Quick setup: fill in the short form and start creating right away.
Template-based: a consistent bill of lading format for every shipment.
Fewer mistakes: structured fields make it harder to skip the information carriers and receivers need.
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What to Include in a Bill of Lading Template
Whatever template you use, a straight bill of lading usually needs the same core information. Requirements vary by carrier, so check theirs before you ship:
Shipper and consignee: names, pickup and delivery addresses, and a contact at the receiving location.
Carrier and reference numbers: carrier name, BOL number, PO or customer order numbers, and the PRO number once it is assigned.
Handling units and packages: how many pallets, skids, cartons or crates, and the package type.
Weight: actual scale weight per commodity, including pallets. Wrong weights are a common reason for re-billing.
Freight description, NMFC item and freight class (for LTL shipments), plus a hazmat indicator when applicable.
Special instructions: liftgate, do not stack, appointment required.
Payment terms and signatures: prepaid or collect, shipper signature, and the driver's signature at pickup.
Shipping to a large retailer? Many require the standardized VICS bill of lading format. Check your customer's routing guide before you print.
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From Paper BOL Template to eBOL
Start with the free template
Download a clean BOL as a PDF when you only ship a few loads and paper still works for you.
Outgrowing paper BOLs?
When drivers chase signatures and the office waits for paperwork, an electronic bill of lading captures signatures, photos and timestamps on the driver's phone.
Invoice from the signed BOL
With Dashdoc eBOL, the signed document is available as soon as the load is complete, so billing can start right away.
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Bill of Lading Template FAQ
Quick answers about bill of lading templates and BOL forms.
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