Exporting Documentation
Certain exports need export documents to be certified (authenticated) by a Chamber of Commerce. The Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce provides a certification service for Certificates of Origin and other trade documents, including Certificates of Manufacture and Certificates of Free Sale. This is available Monday to Friday, 9am - 4pm.
Non-Preferential Certificates of Origin
Certificates of Origin (COs) are ‘shipment specific’ documents certifying the place of growth, production, or manufacture of goods exported from New Zealand. They can be used to satisfy your buyers that the products exported are wholly obtained or produced or manufactured here.
There are two ways in which non-preferential Certificates of Origin can be submitted:
1. Electronic Certification
Registered users can submit their standard certificates of origin through essCert. This allows you to complete your certificate of origin online and receive your approved documents in PDF format. This is the fastest and most cost effective way to lodge and have your documents certified.
2. Manual Certification
Wet-stamped certification may be required by some Customs Authorities – particularly for Middle Eastern countries (list of countries requiring wet stamp Certificate of Origin can be found here). Please check with your importer if a wet-stamp COO is required or if an electronically certified COO will suffice.
Step 1: Download the required template + guides:
- Certificate of Origin (1 page template)
- Certificate of Origin (2 page template)
- Certificate of Origin (guide notes)
- Certificate of Origin (FAQs)
- Certificate of Free Sale
- Certificate of Manufacture
Step 2: Submit completed form to us:
- Email: info@commerce.org.nz Certified documents returned by courier or collected from our office Mon- Fri between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm.
- Documents for Wet Stamping can be delivered to: Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce, NMIT campus A-Block, Mahitahi Colab, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson 7010
Documents certified while you wait. Please supply us with a file copy of each page to be certified.
| Certificate of Origin Pricing | |
|---|---|
| Member Rate | $31.69 incl GST |
| Non-Member Rate | $46.00 incl GST |
For information about export documentation please email info@commerce.org.nz or phone 03 548 1363.
Exporter Assistance
New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) is the New Zealand Government’s economic development agency, committed to helping businesses grow their international competitiveness, profitability and capability. Contact phone number is 0800 555 888.
New Zealand Customs Service information, guidance and documentation you will need in your important role as a New Zealand exporter.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) equips you with tools to export. Getting a Kiwi perspective on international markets can assist you with your exporting journey.
View the official New Zealand Chambers of Commerce (NZCC) Export Documentation information here.
Free Trade Agreements (FTAs)
The following FTAs have formal Certificate of Origin requirements that can be issued electronically by selected New Zealand Customs approved certification bodies.
- New Zealand-China Free Trade Agreement (NZCFTA)
- Asean-Australia- New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (AANZFTA)|
Information and application available at www.chamberdocs.co.nz.
HS Codes
To locate the preferential tariff rate which applies to your export good, use MFAT's Tariff Finder. Search by HS Code (1st 6 digits) or product description (exact words need to match).
The Tariff Finder is a useful indicator tool, but may not always be current. It is important to cross-reference information. Seek advice from your Customs Broker or enquire at: New Zealand Customs Service, Valuation, Origin and Classification section. Email: voc@customs.govt.nz.
More information and guides are available on the New Zealand Chambers website here.
International Contacts
By joining the Chamber you can access the World Chambers Federation encompassing over 12000 Accredited Chamber members across the world. Get in touch if you're looking to connect with Chambers/Export contacts in specific countries.
ATA Carnets
A carnet is an international customs document which facilitates the temporary export of goods overseas. They can be likened to as passport for your goods. Carnets can be valid for up to a year, for multiple trips.
The advantages of using a carnet will:
- Save you money – by allowing temporary tax-free & duty-free admission of your goods into overseas countries.
- Save you time – by avoiding the need to prepare importation forms for different counties.
- Save on hassle – by avoiding the possibility of goods being confiscated by Customs.
- Make business easier – by making Customs arrangement in advance and at a predetermined cost.
Carnets can only be obtained from the Wellington Chamber of Commerce. See here for more information and to apply.