Preferential electronic Certificates of Origin for exports to...

Preferential electronic Certificates of Origin for exports to the UK under the India-UK CETA will be available on the Trade Connect ePlatform from July 15, 2026. Exporters may obtain eCoOs through self-declaration or an authorised agency. Self-declaration requires an IEC-linked valid digital signature and upload of the applicant's scanned ink signature; applications may be submitted using digital signature or Aadhaar authentication without a fee. Self-declared certificates are generated as electronic and physical copies with QR codes and digital signatures. Agency-issued certificates are generated after authorised-agency approval and include the issuing officer's signature image and agency stamp. Certificate authenticity may be verified through the platform using the CoO number.