Incoterms Rules
DAP — Delivered at Place
Under DAP (Delivered at Place), the seller organises the carriage and bears the risks until the goods arrive at the named destination, ready for unloading. The buyer clears import and unloads the goods; who pays for unloading depends on the contract of carriage, so it is worth stating in the sales contract.
Who does what
| Transport | Any mode |
|---|---|
| Export clearance | Seller |
| Import clearance | Buyer |
| Main carriage paid by | Seller |
| Insurance | Not required |
| Risk passes to the buyer | When the goods arrive at the named place, ready for unloading |
When to use it
When the seller delivers to a place chosen by the buyer and the buyer clears import and unloads. Suits door-to-door delivery by truck or rail.
What to watch
The seller bears the risk until the goods arrive at the named place, ready for unloading. Unloading is the buyer's task and risk; who pays depends on the contract of carriage, so state it in the sales contract.