Steps to Apply for a Certificate of Origin (COO) via JSWIFT

Summary

This tutorial guides users through the process of applying for a Certificate of Origin on the Trade Board Limited's approved Trade Agreement platform. It covers logging in, selecting the appropriate process type and region, entering company and contact details, and specifying shipment information. The video also instructs on how to input product details, including commodity type, manufacturer information, and origin criteria. It emphasizes the importance of accuracy for customs clearance and outlines steps for adding items, attaching mandatory documents, and submitting the application for processing and payment.

Takeaways

• 🔐 Start by logging into the system to access the Certificate of Origin application.
• 📝 Select 'New' to begin the application process for the Trade Board Limited approved Trade Agreement.
• 🌐 Identify the process type, which corresponds to the trade agreement for which the certificate is being applied.
• 🏢 Choose the process region, which is the location of the government office that will process the application.
• 👤 Provide contact details, ensuring the email address is accessible for business communication.
• 🏭 If acting as an agent, identify the client being represented; otherwise, select the company's name.
• 🌍 Enter recipient details for the overseas country where the certificate of origin will be used.
• 🚢 Provide shipment details, including who is sending the goods, their status, and if they are the manufacturer.
• 📜 The certificate of origin verifies that the goods were manufactured in Jamaica and qualifies under the trade agreement.
• 📦 Enter consigning details, including the beneficiary of the goods and whether they are the same as the importer.
• 🚤 Provide transportation details such as the carrier's name, port of loading, and shipping marks.
• 📋 Complete the item details page by searching and selecting the appropriate commodity code and description.
• 📈 Indicate if the manufacturer is the same as the exporter and provide the necessary product analysis details.
• 📑 Attach mandatory documents like the commercial invoice and ensure all fields are completed for submission.
• 💰 After submission, a reference number is generated, and payment of processing fees is required to start the application processing.

Q & A

What is the first step a user must take when applying for a Certificate of Origin?

The first step is to log into the system, then select the 'Certificate' option and choose 'New' to start a new application.

How does the process type affect the Certificate of Origin application?

The process type determines the trade agreement for which the Certificate of Origin is being applied. For example, if applying under the CARICOM agreement, the user would select 'CARICOM' as the process type.

What information is required if the person submitting the application is an agent?

If the applicant is an agent, they must identify the client they are representing. Otherwise, they would simply select their own company's name.

What details are needed regarding the recipient of the goods in the overseas country?

The user must provide the recipient's address in the overseas country, as the Certificate of Origin is an export document and requires this information.

What is the importance of the manufacturer's details in the Certificate of Origin?

The manufacturer's details are important because the Certificate of Origin establishes who manufactured the goods and verifies that they were made in Jamaica. This information is essential for the recipient country.

What should be done if the manufacturer's premises are located in a free zone?

If the manufacturer's premises are in a free zone, it must be indicated on the application, as some trade agreements may not allow products from free zones to qualify.

What transportation details must be provided in the application?

The user must provide transportation details, including the method of transport (e.g., sea or air), the name of the carrier, the port of loading, and the port of discharge in the foreign country.

What is the function of the 'Tariff search' option in the application process?

The 'Tariff search' allows the user to find the appropriate commodity code based on the product being traded. The user can search for the product and select the matching code from the system.

How does the system handle details about imported components in the product?

If the product includes imported components (e.g., for textiles or clothing), the user must enter the value of these components. This information is used to analyze if the product qualifies as originating from Jamaica.

What happens after all the mandatory fields are completed and the application is submitted?

Once the application is submitted, the system generates a reference number. The user can choose to pay immediately or later, but the processing of the application will not start until all relevant fees are paid.