IncotermsSea / inland waterway only
Free Alongside Ship
FASThe seller places export-cleared goods alongside the buyer's nominated vessel at the named port of shipment.
Last reviewed: 30 September 2026
Professional definition
The seller places export-cleared goods alongside the buyer's nominated vessel at the named port of shipment. The named place must be stated precisely and the parties should identify the Incoterms® 2020 version.
Example
A grain exporter places bulk cargo alongside the buyer's vessel at Liverpool port.
Where it is used
Sea / inland waterway only. Name the precise loading port, terminal and alongside point.
FAS responsibilities
Seller
- Deliver goods alongside the nominated vessel
- Clear goods for export
- Provide proof of delivery
Buyer
- Nominate the vessel
- Load goods aboard
- Arrange ocean carriage and insurance
- Clear transit and import
- Delivery point
- Name the precise loading port, terminal and alongside point.
- Risk transfer
- Transfers when goods are placed alongside the vessel at the named port.
- Cost responsibilities
- Seller pays through alongside delivery and export clearance. Buyer pays loading aboard, freight, import and later costs.
- Insurance
- Neither party must insure; buyer normally insures from alongside delivery.
- Customs
- Export: Seller. Import: Buyer. Seller pays export duties/taxes; buyer pays import duty, import VAT and clearance charges.
Common mistakes and things to remember
Incoterms® allocate delivery, risk, cost and customs tasks; they do not determine title, payment, product compliance or every contract obligation.
Source
International Chamber of Commerce — Incoterms® rules
Use the linked authority and applicable national guidance for current requirements.