BIFA Member Event – Rules and proof of origin for preferential trade schemes and agreements including DCTS

Boost your knowledge of origin proof required for different preferential trade schemes and agreements with our upcoming joint webinar with HMRC: “Rules and Proof of Origin for Preferential Trade Schemes and Agreements”, covering Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS) and the EU Free Trade Agreement.

Whether you’re an experienced trader or just beginning to explore international trade, this webinar is your opportunity to gain a better understanding of the nuances of preferential proof of origin and documentation requirements.

The webinar will focus on the below key topics :

– Understanding the EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and its implications for your business with an emphasis on proof of origin

– Outlining the complexity of the Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS)

– Clarifying the documentation requirements and processes essential for proving origin to benefit from preferential duty rates.

As an outcome you can expect answers to the following questions:

• what documentation is required and accepted for proof of origin purposes
• stamps and signature requirements
• clarification on exporter reference number (to indicate within the origin statement)  and where to obtain
• explanation of differences within DCTS Trade Agreements – ( acceptance of REX Numbers, EUR 1 certificates from certain countries e.g. Vietnam)
• GSP – Form A validity and acceptance. Availability of the updated template referring to DCTS
• Clarification on the grace period and which forms of proof of origin are covered
• Proof of origin and its acceptance for Triangulation Trade when transiting third countries enroute

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights to ensure compliance with preferential trade schemes and agreements.

We would like to encourage Members to submit any questions they might have related to the subject. HMRC colleagues will then be able to cover the requested information during the webinar.

You will also have an opportunity to submit additional questions during the session in the Q&A section

Register for this webinar HERE