Regional (SADC members) · Trade rules

SADC Secretariat: Regional trade protocols and rules of origin (SADC Trade Protocol / regional programmes)

The SADC Secretariat publishes regional protocols and development programmes covering trade, customs cooperation, rules of origin and regional industrialisation (see SADC site for Protocols and the Regional Indicative Strategic Development Plan).

Traders and manufacturers in SADC member states seeking preferential access under SADC arrangements must meet the rules of origin and national issuing procedures.

Standing regional rules and programmes administered through SADC and national authorities.

1. 01 · Rules-of-origin compliance

   Demonstrate that goods meet SADC rules of origin criteria (local content, value-add tests) as required for preferential treatment.

2. 02 · Certificate of origin / national issuing authority

   Obtain the appropriate certificate of origin from the national issuing body (chamber of commerce or customs authority) in the exporting member state.

3. 03 · Documentation for customs

   Complete commercial invoices, packing lists, transport documents and any certificates required by national customs administrations.

4. 04 · Engagement with national focal points

   Coordinate with the member state's trade or customs authority for certification and confirmation of eligibility under SADC protocols.

Official source: SADC Secretariat

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