How do I obtain a certificate of origin?

A Certificate of Origin (C/O) is an official document that certifies, "This product was made in Korea."

Why is this document important?

- It allows you to significantly reduce customs duties by applying FTA agreement tax rates.

- It is often required for customs clearance in the importing country.

- It helps avoid anti-dumping and countervailing duties.

There are three main types of certificates of origin. Check the type requested by the buyer and the exporting country to determine which one you need to obtain.

Issuing an FTA Certificate of Origin works like this. It may take some time at first, but once you do it once, it becomes easier from then on.

The cost varies depending on where you obtain it.

There are common mistakes made when issuing certificates of origin. Knowing them in advance can help prevent issues.

Check these before issuing the Certificate of Origin.