Expert Document Review Before You Ship
You wouldn't send a contract without a lawyer checking it. Don't send export documents without Libretto reviewing them first.
The industry problem
The problem nobody talks about
Your freight forwarder moves your cargo. Your customs broker clears it. But who checks that the documents are actually correct before they're submitted?
of Letter of Credit documents are rejected on first presentation to banks globally
Source: ICC Banking Commission
Documentation errors are the most common mistake in freight forwarding worldwide
A single discrepancy can cost weeks of delayed payment and thousands in bank fees
Why does this happen?
For freight forwarders and customs brokers, documentation is a support function — not their core business. Their revenue comes from moving cargo, not from getting your Certificate of Origin perfect. Documentation gets less attention, less specialist expertise, and errors slip through.
This isn't a criticism — it's a structural reality. Just as a business owner can draft a contract but still needs a lawyer to review it, an exporter can prepare documents but still benefits from an independent expert checking them before they're submitted.
Our process
How document review works
Simple, fast, and per-shipment. No lock-in contracts. You pay only when you ship.
Send Your Documents
Email your document set or upload through our portal. Commercial invoice, packing list, COO, BOL, MPI certificates — whatever your shipment requires.
Expert Review
Our compliance specialist reviews every document for accuracy, consistency, regulatory compliance, and destination-specific requirements. For LC shipments, we check against UCP 600 and your credit terms.
Clear to Ship
You receive a compliance report detailing any issues found, recommended corrections, and a confirmation when your document set is clean. Typically within 24 hours.
Review scope
We review across four dimensions
Document Consistency
- Weights, quantities, and values match across all documents
- Product descriptions are consistent and sufficiently detailed
- Shipper, consignee, and notify party details align
- Container numbers, seal numbers, and vessel details match
Classification & Compliance
- HS codes are correct for the product and destination
- Country of origin declarations meet FTA rules of origin
- Required certificates are present (MPI, phytosanitary, health)
- Destination-specific requirements are met (legalisation, Halal, etc.)
Letter of Credit Compliance
- Documents match LC terms and conditions exactly
- UCP 600 compliance verified across the full document set
- Presentation deadlines and shipment dates confirmed
- Common discrepancy triggers flagged before bank presentation
Shipping & Logistics
- Bill of Lading instructions match commercial documents
- Incoterms are consistent and correctly applied
- Insurance requirements met (if applicable)
- Dangerous goods declarations complete (if applicable)
The analogy
Think of it like a lawyer reviewing a contract
You draft the contract. Your lawyer reviews it before you sign. They catch the clause that would have cost you $50,000. Their fee? A fraction of what the mistake would have cost.
Your freight forwarder prepares your export documents. Libretto reviews them before they go to customs or your bank. We catch the discrepancy that would have delayed your payment by 30 days. Our fee? A fraction of what the mistake would have cost.
Pricing
Documentation and compliance pricing
Document review is included in all our documentation services. Per-shipment pricing — you pay only when you ship.
Standard Documentation
Per-shipment document preparation & review
- Complete document preparation or review
- MPI Trade Certification
- Compliance checks & risk review
- HS code & destination verification
- 24-hour turnaround
LC Documentation
Letter of Credit shipments
- Everything in Standard
- Full LC terms compliance check
- UCP 600 verification
- Discrepancy pre-screening
- Bank presentation readiness confirmation
End-to-End Export Management
We manage your entire export journey
- All documentation & compliance
- Buyer sourcing & market access
- Logistics coordination
- Dedicated account manager
- Monthly retainer + transparent commission
Pricing varies by product, destination, and shipment complexity. All prices exclude GST. Libretto Global Limited is currently a non-GST registered entity.
Who we help
Who uses document review?
Exporters Who Prepare Their Own Documents
You handle your own commercial invoices, packing lists, and certificate applications. You want a second pair of expert eyes before submission — especially for new markets or high-value shipments.
Exporters Using Freight Forwarders
Your freight forwarder handles documentation as part of their service. But documentation isn't their core skill. We review what they've prepared and catch errors before customs or your bank does.
LC Exporters Tired of Discrepancies
You sell under Letters of Credit and you've experienced the frustration of document rejections, delayed payments, and bank fees. Our UCP 600 compliance review catches discrepancies before your bank does.
First-Time Exporters
You've followed our step-by-step guide and prepared your first document set. Before you submit, let us check everything is right. Peace of mind for your first shipment.
Independence matters
Why independent review matters
Libretto is not a freight forwarder. We don't move your cargo, and we don't have logistics fees or freight margins to protect. Our only interest is accurate, compliant documentation.
When a freight forwarder reviews their own documentation, they have a natural blind spot — they prepared it, so they're less likely to catch their own errors. An independent reviewer has no skin in the game except getting it right. That independence is what makes the review valuable.
Your journey
Start with review. Grow when you're ready.
Document Review
Start with per-shipment review. You prepare the documents (or your freight forwarder does), and we check them. No commitment, no minimum volume. Try it on one shipment and see the value.
Export Operations Management
As your export volumes grow, hand us the full workflow. We manage documentation, logistics coordination, and partner relationships on a monthly retainer — so you can focus on production and sales.
Full Export Strategy & Sales
Need a buyer? Need market entry strategy? Our premium tier covers everything — export strategy, operations, documentation, buyer sourcing, and sales management. Monthly retainer plus transparent commission on sales we generate for you.
FAQ
Common questions
How quickly do you turn around a review?
How do I send my documents for review?
What do I get back after the review?
My freight forwarder already prepares my documents. Why do I need a separate review?
Is there a minimum number of shipments?
Do you only review, or can you prepare documents too?
Catch the errors before customs does
Send us your next document set. We'll review it and show you exactly what we find. If your documents are clean, that's peace of mind. If they're not, we just saved you money.