Providing the certification your business needs to move goods confidently through international markets.
Whether you’re exporting goods for the first time or managing regular overseas shipments, Devon Chamber can help you obtain the documentation required by customs authorities, customers and financial institutions around the world.
UK Certificates of Origin
A UK Certificate of Origin is a non-preferential origin document that confirms the country in which goods were manufactured, produced or substantially processed. It is used in international trade primarily to meet importing country requirements, support customs clearance and satisfy commercial or financial documentation needs.
As an authorised issuing body, Devon Chamber can certify UK Certificates of Origin and supporting documentation quickly and efficiently, helping you meet international trade requirements with confidence.
You may need a UK Certificate of Origin when:
• Exporting goods outside the UK
• Meeting customs clearance requirements
• Supporting Letters of Credit
• Complying with customer or contractual requirements
• Providing evidence of origin for international shipments
Preferential vs Non-Preferential Origin
A UK Certificate of Origin provides evidence of non-preferential origin. It does not confer reduced duty rates. To claim preferential (reduced or zero) import duties under trade agreements, exporters may need alternative proof of origin such as an EUR1 Movement Certificate, origin declaration, or importer’s knowledge, depending on the agreement and destination country.
Arab-British Certificates of Origin
Exports to many Arab League countries require additional certification beyond a standard UK Certificate of Origin.
Exports to some Arab League countries may require additional certification beyond a standard UK Certificate of Origin. Requirements vary by country and may include an Arab-British Certificate of Origin and, in some cases, further legalisation by the destination country’s embassy. Exporters should always confirm specific documentation requirements with their customer or local authority.
Why Choose Devon Chamber?
• Authorised issuing body for Certificates of Origin
• Experienced international trade specialists
• Fast and reliable certification service
• Guidance on supporting documentation requirements
• Support for both occasional and regular exporters
UK Certificate of Origin vs EUR1
- UK Certificate of Origin – confirms non-preferential origin (no impact on duty)
- EUR1 Movement Certificate – confirms preferential origin (used to reduce duty under trade agreements)