How to Apply for RCEP Tariff in Korea with a Certificate of Origin Issued in a Transit Country? Required Documents and Procedures. Released
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If you have already received a connecting Certificate of Origin from an RCEP intermediate country, you can apply for RCEP preferential tariff in Korea based on it. In this case, there are several required documents and procedures.
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Required Documents:
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Original Valid Connecting Certificate of Origin: You need the original connecting Certificate of Origin issued by the intermediate country. You must ensure that the certificate accurately states the mandatory information required by the RCEP agreement. In particular, details such as item, quantity, producer, exporter, and importer information must be accurate and comply with the format required by the agreement.
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Import Declaration: The import declaration submitted to customs must clearly indicate the intention to apply for RCEP preferential tariff. When preparing the import declaration, you must accurately state the code required to receive the preferential tariff rate.
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Invoice: An invoice detailing the specifics, price, and terms of the imported goods is required. It is important to ensure that the contents of the connecting Certificate of Origin and the invoice match.
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Packing List: A packing list that details the packaging condition and contents of the imported goods is required.
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Transport Documents (B/L or Air Waybill): A bill of lading (B/L) or air waybill proving the transportation process is required. This is to prove that the goods were directly transported within the RCEP region. The principle of direct transport is one of the important requirements for applying RCEP preferential tariff.
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Documents Proving Compliance with Origin Criteria: In addition to the connecting Certificate of Origin, additional documents proving that the goods meet the origin criteria set by the RCEP agreement may be required. For example, a production process certificate, raw material purchase details, or manufacturing cost calculation may be needed.
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Procedure:
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Import Declaration: Proceed with the import declaration for the imported goods to customs. When declaring imports, apply for RCEP preferential tariff and submit the connecting Certificate of Origin and related documents.
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Customs Review: Customs will review the submitted documents to verify whether the requirements for applying RCEP preferential tariff are met. They will focus on the validity of the connecting Certificate of Origin, compliance with origin criteria, and adherence to the direct transport principle. Customs may request additional information or documents if necessary.
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Application of Preferential Tariff and Customs Clearance: If the customs review confirms that the requirements for applying RCEP preferential tariff are met, the preferential tariff rate is applied, and customs clearance is completed.
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Precautions:
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Since the connecting Certificate of Origin has a validity period, you must make the import declaration within the validity period.
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Customs may conduct origin verification even after the import declaration. Therefore, you must keep origin-related documents for five years.
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Since the contents of the RCEP agreement may change from time to time, it is important to check the latest information. It is advisable to refer to the customs website or related regulations or seek expert assistance.
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[This content regarding export and import clearance regulations and their interpretations is based on the customs and trade laws of the Republic of Korea.]
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