International Trade
Export Documentation
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“Since Malvern based Optimec Metrology was established in June 2020 significant business scope and direction improvements have been completed. Our Account Executive Annmarie Newman provides continual support, encouragement and advice and through our membership we have received specialist advice regarding import and export documentation requirements, benefitted from Human Resource expertise and attended informative webinars.”
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International Export Support
The world of export documentation can appear to be difficult and complicated to those who are new to international trade and even the seasoned exporters can experience problems when completing the necessary paperwork for their shipments.
We have many years of experience in assisting exporters and issuing them with a wide range of documents used in international business. We are authorised by HM Government and nationally accredited to certify Certificates of Origin (United Kingdom and Arab) and UK EUR1 certificates, invoices and other documents as required in International Trade and also ATA Carnets for temporary movement of goods. Get in touch for further information via the form below.
Members receive up to 50% discount on most export documents.
For more information on any export documents contact us on:
T: +44 (0) 1905 673614 or email internationaltrade@hwchamber.co.uk
What export documentation certificates do we provide?
Certificates of origin & authentication
Certificates of Origin are international trade documents that show the origin of exported goods. They are completed by exporters and are certified by a Chamber of Commerce.
There are two types of Certificates of Origin, United Kingdom Certificates of Origin which are accepted by most countries around the world and Arab-British Certificate of Origin which are used when dealing with Arab League nations.
We also offer a documentation authentication service.
Please contact us for pricing and further information
When and why do I need it?
Not every country has a Certificate of Origin requirement but for those that do, one will be required to get your goods cleared through overseas customs and to your customer. Even when you are dealing with a country that does not require them, they may be necessary for you to get paid if you are dealing with a Letter of Credit.
How can I apply for a Certificate of Origin?
Online application
You can apply using our online service, Ecert.
Express service – Allows you to print out your certificate in your office, typically within 2 hours of applying *.
Standard Service: Apply before 2pm to get your document processed the same day *. Collection or post available.
*Applications with 5+ manufacturers take longer to check, therefore we cannot guarantee such a quick turn around for these applications.
VIEW UK CERTIFICATE OF ORIGIN COMPLETION INSTRUCTIONS >
Arab British certification and legalisation
A UK Arab-British Certificate of Origin is a Customs clearance requirement in some countries to evidence the origin of the goods. It may also be requested by the importing company. Arab Certificates of Origin may be used for Arab League States as shown below:
- Algeria
- Kuwait
- Oman
- Syria
- Bahrain
- Lebanon
- Qatar
- Tunisia
- Djibouti
- Libya
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- Iraq
- Mauritania
- Somalia
- Yemen
- Jordan
- Morocco
- Sudan
Where Can I Get An Arab-British Certificate Of Origin?
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce can handle the entire process if you require your document to be legalised by a particular embassy, consulate notary or the UK Foreign Office. This will not only make your life easier but also save your company a lot of time.
How to apply:
Contact us for pricing and a discussion about what you will need to apply for this certificate. T: +44 (0) 1905 673614 or email internationaltrade@hwchamber.co.uk
Members receive up to 50% discount on most export documents. For more information on Certificates of Origin, UK EUR1 and or any other export documents contact us on T: +44 (0) 1905 673614 or email internationaltrade@hwchamber.co.uk
VIEW ARAB-BRITISH CERTIFICATE OF ORIGIN COMPLETION INSTRUCTIONS >
ATA Carnets service
What is an ATA Carnet?
An ATA Carnet is an international Customs document that operates like a passport for your goods. It allows the temporary importation of goods in to countries that are part of the ATA Carnet system and avoids you having to pay unnecessary taxes or duties.
ATA Carnets cover all goods that are leaving the UK and returning within a 12 month period. They do not cover disposable goods that will be used while out of the country or items that will not be returning to the UK.
When and why do I need it?
If your goods are going outside of the UK and into one of the 40+ countries that accepts ATA Carnets and you are going for one of the following reasons:
- You are exhibiting at an International Trade Fair/Exhibition
- You are taking Commercial Samples with you to business meetings to try and generate business
- Your goods are going out for Professional Equipment purposes to perform their function or to undergo testing
If this applies to you, you should be using an ATA Carnet. The ATA Carnet simplifies the customs procedure into a single document and makes the importation process much quicker and easier to handle.
How can I apply for an ATA Carnet?
Online application
All carnets are applied for via our electronic service, Ecert and processed here at the Chamber.
VIEW ATA CARNET COMPLETION INSTRUCTIONS >
Members receive up to 50% discount on most export documents. For more information on Certificates of Origin, UK EUR1 and or any other export documents contact us on T: +44 (0) 1905 673614 or email internationaltrade@hwchamber.co.uk
UK EUR1
Why do I need a UK EUR1 certificate?
A UK EUR1, also known as a ‘movement certificate’, enables importers in certain countries to import goods at a reduced or nil rate of import duty under trade agreements between the UK and partner countries.
How do I apply for a certificate?
Online application
You can apply using our online service, Ecert.
Express service: Allows you to print out in your office on blank UK EUR1 typically within 2 hours of applying.
Standard Service: Apply before 2pm to get your document processed the same day. Collection or post available.
VIEW UK EUR1 COMPLETION INSTRUCTIONS >
Members receive up to 50% discount on most export documents. For more information on Certificates of Origin, UK EUR1 and or any other export documents contact us on T: +44 (0) 1905 673614 or email internationaltrade@hwchamber.co.uk
What our Members Say:
“As an international exporter to over 100 countries worldwide Micron Sprayers Ltd relies on the expert assistance and advice from the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber Export Documentation Team and we are regular users of their Certification service. Their E-Cert system with its intuitive layout is an invaluable tool for us, making Express and standard export documentation applications a simple and straightforward process. More complex issues or applications are always dealt with quickly and professionally by the friendly Team, who can be relied upon to assist with any export documentation problems we encounter.” – Nikki Preece, Micron Sprayers Limited
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