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Glossary · Ocean

Sea waybill

In ocean shipping, a sea waybill is a transport document that can be used as an alternative to the bill of lading.

A Sea Waybill is a transport document that can be used as an alternative to the B/L.

Source: Bill of Lading (B/L) vs Sea Waybill: what’s the difference?, Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA). Checked October 13, 2026.

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