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What does Consignee mean in logistics?

Short answer

The party to whom goods are sent and who is entitled to take delivery, as named on the consignment note, bill of lading or air waybill.

On an Indian LR the consignee’s name, address and GSTIN must match the tax invoice and e-way bill; mismatches cause delivery disputes and problems during roadside checks. Ask our desk how this applies to your consignment.

Period: General definition. Data as of 29 Sep 2026. How we count

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The numbers behind this answer

Category
Documents & tax
Related terms
Consignor, Lorry receipt (LR), POD (proof of delivery), E-way bill

Sources

  1. SSL logistics glossary

Period: General definition. Data as of 29 Sep 2026.

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