How to Certificate of Origin In Belize

 Certificate of Origin In Belize By Online

• The “Certificate of Origin (CO)” is a document that confirms the origin of exported products. It is typically issued for products that are sold overseas as a continuous export. A certificate of origin could be required to prove customs or commercial reasons.

Apply in-person:

1. The applicant should go to an office at “Belize High Seas Fisheries Unit (BHSFU)”.
2. Link for contact details link

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4. Visit the office in question and talk to the authorized authority for the latest information on the application procedure, if there is one. Make sure you have an application form.
5. The application form is available to download by clicking the below link
6. The applicant must submit all required documents in accordance with the instructions. If there’s a shortage in the required documents and the application is not accepted.
7. Fill out this application. Include all the documents described under the “Required Documents” section on this page. Submit it to the authorized authority at the counter.
8. When the application is accepted after which the authorities will review the application as well as the documents provided. If all is correct it will then be approved with the appropriate fees.
9. An acknowledgement receipt will be given to the applicant to facilitate the completion of the application form which is kept by the applicant to be used in the future.
10. From that point the applicant must adhere to the rules that are set by the authorities.
11. If there’s a gap in the documents or specifics, the applicant must submit them in accordance with the instructions by the authority.
12. The certification will come following signature and stamping by the authorities issuing the certificate in accordance with the applicable regulations.

Required Documents For Certificate of Origin  

• Application form.
• Letter of cover addressed to relevant authority on the letterhead printed by the business.
• Commercial Invoice.
• List of packing.
• If the product is originated from outside the country,
  • Documentary proof for commercial use is an original copy of the certificate of origin supplied by the manufacture.
  • A commercial invoice issued by a manufacturer, or a supplier’s statement.
• One copy of the Bill of Lading / Airway Bill.
• One copy of the Packing List to the Invoice Concerned.

Note:

In addition to the previously mentioned documents, authorities could request additional information or documents. You must provide them with the information needed for efficient processing.

Office Locations and Contacts

The Belize High Seas Fisheries Unit (BHSFU),
Ministry of Finance – Government of Belize,
Keystone Building Suite 501, Keystone Building,
304 Newtown Barracks,
Belize City, Belize C.A.
Phone: 501-223-4918 / 501-223 7421
Link for contact details link

Eligibility

• The goods should be origin of the respective export/manufacturer’s country.
• The/exporter shouldn’t be a blacklisted business.

Fees

• You must pay according to the instructions of the authorities.

Validity

• The certificate is used to the consignment made against the order to purchase. Thus, the validity of this certificate is valid for the goods produced.

Documents to Utilize

• Application forms is available for download by clicking the links below. Link
  

  Processing Time

  • The process is initiated when the entire list of documents required is provided.
  • The application is usually handled within 24hrs or in accordance with the deadline that is communicated.
  • If the application in person is approved, it will issue the document in accordance with the authorities that have been notified
    

    Instructions

    • The applicant can avail a reduction in fees when he becomes a chamber member in accordance with the respective chamber rules.
    • The commitment that is signed by the applicant has to include the following information.
      • The products are made entirely from the exporting country of the particular product.
      • The details of the relevant manufacturing procedure.
      • In the event that the product is not originated in the nation of exporter The list of documents supporting the export are required as per the requirements.
    • A “CO” is usually created by the exporter of products, contains at the very least the most basic information about the product to be shipped, the tax code for the exporter, importer, as well as the country of origin.
    • Documents written in a language other that English should be translated.

    Requirements Information

    • The full title of name for the person who is exporting (consigner).
    • The full Address of exporter (consigner).
    • The full name of the person who is the consignee.
    • The full addresses of consignee.
    • Name of the country in which you are going to.
    • Country of origin for the products.
    • Transport details (road/airfreight/sea freight).
    • The details of the letter of credit are in accordance with the requirement.
    • Description of the item (item number or marks, numbers the kind of package, etc. ).
    • Quantity (weight in net and gross).
    • The date of the application.
    • The place in which the application was completed.
    • The full details of name, address and phone number of agent (where they are a forwarding agency acting on behalf of the consignor).
    • The exporter must sign a declaration.

    Need to have the Document

    • “Certificate of Origin” is used to determine if the products that are being imported or exported are legal, and if the import or export is subject to duty.
    • The certificate of Origin is a form of document used in international commerce. In printed form or in electronic format the certificate is filled out by the exporter and then certified by an official recognized issuing authority which confirms that the products that are part of an export shipment were manufactured, produced or processed in a specific location. A “Certificate of Origin” can also be referred to”Form A “Form A”
    • The “Cos” is also an exporter’s declaration. Nearly every nation around the globe considers the source of imported goods when determining whether duty will be assessed to the merchandise or, in some instances the items can be legally imported at all.

    Information that could be helpful

    • In the Imports and Exports Regulations, there is a fine when you make a fraudulent statement regarding any origin certificate or permit.
    • Exporters should speak with an official customs Broker as well as the Authority designated for certifying to ensure the correct classification of goods and tariff numbers prior to filling out the forms. It is equally essential to study the notes that explain the forms at the end of each form, or in the department’s manual.