Delivery Note Template
A delivery note travels with the goods and proves what was actually delivered — quantities ordered versus delivered, with a signature on receipt. It carries no prices (that's the invoice's job); its purpose is checking and proof of delivery. This blank delivery note template covers sender, recipient, order reference, item rows and the signature block — download it free in Word, Excel or PDF and replace the sample rows.
Last reviewed 2026-07-22
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- From (supplier):
- Your Company · dispatch@yourco.com
- Deliver to:
- Customer Name · 22 Depot Rd
- Delivery note #:
- DN-0356
- Order / PO ref:
- PO-2026-0587
- Delivery date:
- 2026-07-08
| Item / SKU | Qty ordered | Qty delivered | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office chairs (CH-X) | 12 | 12 | Complete |
| Standing desks (DK-2) | 6 | 5 | 1 backordered |
| Desk lamps (LMP-4) | 6 | 6 | Complete |
| Received by | ________________ | ||
| Signature / date | ________________ | ||
How to fill in each field
Ordered vs delivered
List every order line with quantity ordered and quantity delivered side by side — the receiver checks the note against the physical goods line by line, so mismatches get caught at the door.
Common mistake: Listing only what shipped, so shortfalls against the order stay invisible until the invoice is disputed.
Order / PO reference
Quote the buyer's PO number and your order number on every note; warehouses book deliveries in by reference, not by supplier name.
Common mistake: No PO reference, so goods sit in receiving while staff hunt for the matching order.
No prices
Keep all prices and totals off the delivery note — it confirms physical delivery, not value, and prices confuse both the receiver and any later audit trail.
Common mistake: Showing prices, which turns the delivery note into a pseudo-invoice and creates tax confusion.
Signature on receipt
Include printed-name, signature and date lines; a signed note is your proof of delivery if the customer later claims goods never arrived or arrived short.
Common mistake: No signature capture, leaving no evidence when a "not received" claim appears.
Read the full guide
Delivery Notes: What to Include, How to Write One, and Common Mistakes Learn what a delivery note is, what fields to include, how to write one, and common mistakes. Practical tips for business owners and logistics teams. Read the guide →Related templates & variants
A delivery note records goods delivered. To request payment use the invoice template; to order goods use the purchase order template; for packed contents, the packing slip.
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Frequently asked questions
What should a delivery note include?+
The supplier and recipient, a delivery note number, the order/PO reference, the delivery date, items with quantities ordered and delivered, notes on any discrepancies, and a signature line.
What is the difference between a delivery note and an invoice?+
A delivery note lists the goods physically delivered and is signed on receipt; it has no prices. An invoice requests payment and includes prices and tax. They reference the same order.
Is a delivery note the same as a packing slip?+
They're closely related. A packing slip details what's inside a package; a delivery note is the record signed on delivery. Some businesses use one document for both.
Can I download this delivery note template in Word or Excel?+
Yes — the same blank delivery note downloads as a Word document or an Excel sheet with tidy columns, and you can print the page to PDF. All three are free.
Sources & further reading
- Delivery note: all fields and options (Xentral)— help.xentral.com
- Understanding delivery notes: essential elements (Vantazo)— vantazo.com
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