Incoterms 2020 Chart

Quick view of risk and cost allocation

Term Transport Risk transfers Seller mainly Buyer mainly
EXWAny modeSeller's premisesMake goods availableAll transport, export, import
FCAAny modeOn carrier nominated by buyerExport clearance, deliver to carrierMain carriage, import
CPTAny modeOn first carrierCarriage to named placeInsurance (optional), import
CIPAny modeOn first carrierCarriage + insurance (min. ICC A)Import clearance
DAPAny modeNamed place of destinationDeliver ready for unloadUnload + import clearance
DPUAny modeNamed place after unloadDeliver unloadedImport clearance
DDPAny modeNamed place of destinationAll costs incl. import dutyUnload
FASSea / inland waterwayAlongside shipPlace alongside vesselLoad, freight, import
FOBSea / inland waterwayOn board vesselLoad on board + exportFreight, insurance, import
CFRSea / inland waterwayOn board vesselFreight to destination portInsurance, import
CIFSea / inland waterwayOn board vesselFreight + insurance (min. ICC C)Import clearance

Disclaimer: Results are for reference only and do not constitute legal, tax or customs advice. Always verify rates and rules with official sources.

How to use

Compare risk transfer and main cost responsibilities under Incoterms 2020. Sea-only terms: FAS/FOB/CFR/CIF. Multimodal: EXW/FCA/CPT/CIP/DAP/DPU/DDP.

FAQ

FOB vs CIF?

Both transfer risk on board. CIF adds freight and minimum insurance paid by seller.