In alignment with the online issuance of Certificates of Origin (CoO) for both Preferential and Non-Preferential categories through the new platform https://trade.gov.in, DGFT has issued Public Notice No. 43/2024-25, dated 27th January 2025. The notice amends specific paragraphs of the Handbook of Procedures to ensure consistency with the implementation of the new eCoO system.
Key Changes Introduced
- Deletion of Para 2.91(d)
- The provision allowing the Export Inspection Council (EIC) to print blank certificates and issue them under a specific procedure has been deleted.
- Amendment to Para 2.93(c)
- For the issuance of Non-Preferential Certificates of Origin, only the Invoice and Packing List need to be uploaded online.
- The fee for each CoO is fixed at ₹200, which includes the attestation of any additional documents.
- Addition to Para 2.93(d)
- A provision has been added to allow the issuance of in-lieu Certificates of Origin (CoO) by the same issuing agency for corrections in previously issued eCoOs.
- New Para 2.93(f)
- A provision has been added to permit the issuance of Back-to-Back Certificates of Origin (Non-Preferential) for goods not of Indian origin that are being re-exported, transshipped, or used for merchanting trade purposes.
- These certificates will be issued based on documentary evidence confirming the original foreign country of origin.
- The details of the supporting documents must be explicitly mentioned on the back-to-back CoO issued.
Effective Date
- The Public Notice is applicable with immediate effect.
Action Required
Exporters are advised to refer to Public Notice No. 43/2024-25, dated 27th January 2025, available on the DGFT website, for detailed information and compliance guidelines
