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The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry is an authorised body that can issue Certificates of Origin on behalf of the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) and is recognised by the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFAT) and the Australian Border Force (ABF).

What is a Certificate of Origin?

A Certificate of Origin (CO) is a document guaranteeing that the goods being exported are wholly obtained, produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country.

A CO is used for customs clearance in the destination country and, in accordance with some Free Trade Agreements, is required as part of the application for preferential tariffs.

COs can also be requested by an importer receiving your goods or as stipulated in a letter of credit.

What is a Free Trade Agreement?

A Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is an international treaty between two or more countries that reduces or eliminates certain barriers to trade (of goods and services) and investment. Australia negotiates FTAs to benefit Australian exporters, importers, producers and investors. To determine which FTA provides the best tariff rate reduction for your product, visit DFAT’s FTA Portal.

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Australia is a party to numerous bilateral and multilateral FTAs where tariff benefits are granted on the provision of proof of origin. Depending on the agreement, proof of origin is accepted in the form of either a Preferential Certificate of Origin issued by the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, or an independent Declaration of Origin completed by the exporter.

The Victorian Chamber’s experienced International Trade Documentation Team can help you understand which FTAs may apply to your export needs.

What is the difference between a Preferential and a Non-Preferential Certificate of Origin?

Certificates of Origin can be categorised as Preferential Certificates of Origin or Non-Preferential Certificates of Origin.

‘Preferential’ certifies that the goods listed are eligible for reduced or eliminated tariffs under the terms of the relevant FTA.

‘Non-Preferential’ certifies that Australia either does not have an FTA in place with the importing country or that the exported goods are not eligible for preferential tariff treatment.

In order to confirm which type of certificate you need for a particular import, please check with your importer or visit the DFAT Free Trade Agreement Portal.

How do I obtain a Certificate of Origin?

Before applying for a Certificate of Origin, exporters must have a login account and be registered with the Victorian Chamber for the CO type that they require.

Please refer to the table below to determine which registration form must be completed:

Registration Form	Required for approval of
CO4	CO6 Certificate of Australian Origin
	CO9 Certified Declaration of Origin
	Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (AI-ECTA)
	Australia-Chile FTA (ACI-FTA)
	Australia-United Kingdom FTA (UK-AFTA)
	China-Australia FTA (ChAFTA)
	Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP)
	Indonesia-Australia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (IA-CEPA)
	Japan-Australia Economic Partnership Agreement (JAEPA)
	Korea-Australia FTA (KAFTA)
	Peru-Australia FTA (PAFTA)
	Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP)
CO4(a)	ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand FTA (AANZFTA First Protocol)
CO4(b)	Thailand-Australia FTA (TAFTA)

How do I lodge a Certificate of Origin?

You must be registered with the Victorian Chamber before you can lodge a Certificate of Origin CoO.

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Export document fees

Export documents	Lodged via ChamberCERTIFY^®
	Victorian Chamber Member*	Non-member
Certificate of Origin (Preferential and Non-preferential)	$28	$43
TAFTA Certificate of Origin	$38	$53
Certified Declarations of Origin	$28	$43
Other export documents (e.g. invoices, packing lists, visa letters, halal certificates)	$30.80 (inc. GST)	$47.30 (inc. GST)

*Member pricing for Victorian Chamber Employer members and Melbourne Chamber of Commerce members only.

Export Documentation FAQs

How do I update our registration to include new signatories?

Please refer to the “Managing Authorised Signatories Guide” in ChamberCERTIFY.

When will my application be processed?

Applications are processed within 2 hours after lodgement. Documents cannot be expedited.

Cut-off for lodgement is 3.00pm (Monday – Friday). Documentations lodged after 3.00pm or on the weekend are processed by 11.00am the next business day.

How do I withdraw my application?

Applications can be withdrawn up to 1 hour after application by emailing the certificate number to export@victorianchamber.com.au

Can Certificates of Origin be edited once certified?

Certificates of Origin (CoOs) cannot be edited. A new CoO will need to be lodged if any changes are required and the fee paid again.

Do you offer wet ink stamping?

We do not offer wet ink stamping. Documents are certified electronically.

Is electronic certification accepted for all Free Trade Agreement Certificate of Origin types?

Yes, electronic certification can be accepted for all Free Trade Agreement (FTA) Certificate of Origins (CoO). Ensure to print the Certificate of Origin prior to sending the CoO to the customer.

How do I determine which Certificate of Origin type I need?

Your buyer can confirm which type of certificate of origin that you need for a particular import or if you require any further documentation to be certified, or visit the DFAT Free Trade Agreement Portal.

Do I need invoices and packing lists certified?

Your buyer can confirm if they require additional documentation to be certified.

How does customs question the validity of the Certificate of Origin?

Customs will make a formal enquiry through the diplomatic channels in order to verify the Certificate of Origin.

What are the fees for export document certification?

Click here to see a full list of fees for certification services.

Can I seek a refund for my Certificate of Origin if it is not presented to customs?

Once a Certificate of Origin is approved, the fee cannot be refunded.

Where can I find a step-by-step guide to lodging registration and applying for Certificates of Origin?

Click on ‘Help’ in ChamberCERTIFY to access our step-by-step guides.

Can Freight Forwarders register Exporters on their behalf?

Exporters are required to lodge their company’s registration via their account. Once registered, they can invite a registered Freight Forwarder to lodge on their behalf, if required.

Which registration form do Freight Forwarders use?

The CO4 is used to register as a Freight Forwarder.

How does an Exporter Invite a Freight Forwarder to sign on their behalf?

An exporter can authorise a registered freight forwarder to lodge CoOs on their behalf via the the ‘Freight Forwarder’ tab of the registration section in ChamberCERTIFY. Once the freight forwarder accepts the invitation, the freight forwarder can manage additional signatories. Click on ‘Help’ in ChamberCERTIFY for further assistance.

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Export document fees

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Export Documentation FAQs

How do I update our registration to include new signatories?

When will my application be processed?

How do I withdraw my application?

Can Certificates of Origin be edited once certified?

Do you offer wet ink stamping?

Is electronic certification accepted for all Free Trade Agreement Certificate of Origin types?

How do I determine which Certificate of Origin type I need?

Do I need invoices and packing lists certified?

How does customs question the validity of the Certificate of Origin?

What are the fees for export document certification?

Can I seek a refund for my Certificate of Origin if it is not presented to customs?

Where can I find a step-by-step guide to lodging registration and applying for Certificates of Origin?

Can Freight Forwarders register Exporters on their behalf?

Which registration form do Freight Forwarders use?

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