What is Certificate of Origin?
A Certificate of Origin certifies the country in which goods were produced. Preferential certificates let buyers claim reduced duty under trade agreements such as those with ASEAN, UAE or Australia.
Certificates are issued online through the DGFT common digital platform.
Who Needs Certificate of Origin?
- Exporters to countries with trade agreements
- Exporters whose buyers request origin proof
Advantages of Certificate of Origin
Lower duty for buyers
Makes your products more competitive.
Faster clearance
Required by customs abroad.
Documents Required for Certificate of Origin
Shipment
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Bill of lading / airway bill
- IEC
- Cost sheet (for preferential COO)
We share an exact checklist for your case after the consultation. Scanned copies or clear phone photos are fine.
How We Get It Done
- 1Registration
Exporter registered on the platform.
- 2Application
Shipment details filed.
- 3Issue
Certificate issued digitally.
Estimated timeline1–3 working days
Frequently Asked Questions
A preferential COO gives duty concessions under a trade agreement. A non-preferential COO only certifies origin.