Enable your international buyers to claim Duty Concessions. We facilitate digital issuance of Preferential (FTA/PTA) and Non-Preferential CoO via the DGFT Common Digital Platform.
Find applicable agreement for your destination.
A Certificate of Origin (CoO) is an international trade document that certifies that goods included in a consignment were wholly obtained, produced, manufactured, or processed in a particular country (Origin).
It serves as a "Nationality Proof" for your cargo. Customs authorities in the importing country use it to determine whether the goods are eligible for reduced or zero import duty under a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) or whether general tariffs apply.
For Duty Reduction
Issued when exports are covered under specific Trade Agreements (FTA, PTA, CEPA, CECA). It allows the buyer to pay reduced or zero import duty.
For General Origin Proof
Issued for general exports to countries where no preferential agreement exists. It simply certifies the origin country for statistical or political reasons (e.g., embargoes).
India has signed multiple agreements offering duty benefits. We help you identify the right one for your shipment.
Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, etc.
Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka.
Specific to exports to UAE (Zero duty on 90% lines).
Duty benefits for exports to Australia.
China, Korea, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Laos.
Unilateral concessions by developed countries (REX used for EU).
Register IEC on the DGFT CoO Common Digital Platform.
Select Agreement type and upload Invoice/Packing List.
Digitally sign the application using Class 3 DSC.
Pay official agency fees online via gateway.
Officer approves and issues the digitally signed CoO.
FTA / PTA / CEPA
+ GST (Per Certificate)
General Exports
+ GST (Per Certificate)
*Government fees (approx ₹ 600 - ₹ 1000) are payable directly on the portal.
₹25,000 / mo
Up to 30 Pref. COOs
(Extra COOs billed separately)
₹50,000 / mo
Up to 75 Pref. COOs
(Extra COOs billed separately)
₹75,000 / mo
Up to 100 Pref. COOs
(Extra COOs billed separately)
Most exporters treat CoO as a formality. We treat it as a profit-margin protector.
Under 2026 FTAs (like India-EU, India-UK, and India-Australia ECTA), your buyer can save millions in duties. CloudDesk analyzes your product’s Rules of Origin (RoO)—calculating the Value Addition (VA) and Change in Tariff Sub-Heading (CTSH)—to ensure you qualify for a Preferential CoO.
As of early 2025/2026, all CoO applications are 100% digital via the Common Digital Platform (CDP). CloudDesk manages your DSC-based login, mapping your IEC to the correct issuing agencies (EIC, MPEDA, or Chamber of Commerce), ensuring 24-hour turnaround times.
If your buyer claims a duty benefit, foreign Customs may initiate an "Origin Audit." We maintain your Production Records and Costing Sheets (showing raw material sources) to defend your "Made in India" status against international scrutiny.
Issuing a Certificate of Origin (CoO) is not the end of the transaction; it’s the beginning of your legal liability. CloudDesk implements a Verification Guard system that cross-references your shipping documents (Shipping Bills, Invoices, and Bill of Lading) against the issued CoO to eliminate discrepancies. We ensure that your HSN codes and descriptions remain consistent across all jurisdictions, preventing customs seizures,blacklisting, or heavy penalties resulting from clerical mismatches or "mis-declaration" of origin.
"• Preferential: Used when India has a trade treaty (FTA/PTA) with the destination country. It allows the buyer to pay lower or zero duty. • Non-Preferential: A general certificate used for countries with no treaty. It simply proves the goods are Indian to satisfy their local import laws."
You must meet the Rules of Origin (RoO). Usually, this means: Wholly Obtained: Everything was grown/mined in India. Substantial Transformation: Imported parts were used, but the final product has a different HSN Code and at least 35-40% Value Addition in India.
Yes (Retrospective Issuance). In 2026, you can apply for a CoO retrospectively, but it must be clearly marked as "ISSUED RETROSPECTIVELY" and usually requires an explanation for the delay.
Generally, No. Most 2026 treaties allow for Digital CoOs with a QR code for verification. However, for some countries (like those in the Middle East or Latin America), a physical "Wet-Ink" stamp from the Chamber of Commerce may still be requested by the bank.
Fees vary by agency. Generally, it is ₹500 to ₹1,200 per certificate. CloudDesk handles the wallet management on the DGFT portal to ensure no delays in issuance.
Under the India-UK and India-EU agreements, "Approved Exporters" can self-certify the origin on their commercial invoice without going to a government agency. CloudDesk helps you get the Approved Exporter Status if you meet the turnover criteria.
In 2026, a false claim for FTA benefits is treated as Customs Fraud. Penalties include heavy fines (up to 5x the duty evaded) and the permanent blacklisting of your IEC from future FTA benefits.
Yes. The vessel name, container number, weight, and HSN code must be a 100% match. CloudDesk’s Document Verification Tool flags any discrepancy before you hit "Submit."