Granting preferential certificates for Vietnam abroad

A preferential certificate is a document that certifies that goods exported from Vietnam meet the rules of origin of a particular trade agreement. This entitles the goods to preferential treatment, such as reduced or eliminated tariffs, when they are imported into the partner country.

Overseas Vietnamese nationals can apply for preferential certificates at Vietnamese embassies or consulates abroad. The following documents are required:

  • A completed application form
  • Certified copies of documents proving that the applicant is a Vietnamese national, such as a passport, birth certificate, or identity card
  • Documents proving that the goods meet the rules of origin of the relevant trade agreement. This may include invoices, packing lists, and production records.

The application process will vary depending on the embassy or consulate. However, it is generally quite straightforward. Once the application has been approved, the applicant will be issued with a preferential certificate.

Benefits of preferential certificates

There are a number of benefits to obtaining a preferential certificate for goods exported from Vietnam. These include:

  • Reduced or eliminated tariffs: Preferential certificates can entitle goods to reduced or eliminated tariffs when they are imported into the partner country. This can make Vietnamese exports more competitive in foreign markets.
  • Improved market access: Preferential certificates can help Vietnamese exporters to gain access to new markets that would otherwise be closed to them. This is because many countries have trade agreements with Vietnam that offer preferential treatment to Vietnamese goods.
  • Increased sales and profits: Preferential certificates can help Vietnamese exporters to increase their sales and profits by making their goods more competitive in foreign markets.

How to apply for a preferential certificate abroad

To apply for a preferential certificate abroad, Vietnamese nationals should contact the Vietnamese embassy or consulate in the country to which they are exporting their goods. The embassy or consulate will be able to provide more information about the application process and the required documents.

Here is a step-by-step guide on how to apply for a preferential certificate abroad:

  1. Contact the Vietnamese embassy or consulate in the country to which you are exporting your goods.
  2. Obtain an application form for a preferential certificate.
  3. Complete the application form and attach all required documents.
  4. Submit the application form and documents to the embassy or consulate.
  5. Pay the application fee.
  6. Receive your preferential certificate from the embassy or consulate.

Once you have received your preferential certificate, you should attach it to the shipping documents for your goods. This will ensure that your goods receive preferential treatment when they are imported into the partner country.

Steps

 

The order of execution ​ ​ ​ ​

​Name step Description step
​1. Apply in person at the headquarters of therepresentative body
(See list of missions with consular functionsfor more detailed information about the address and time of filing and receiving results)
​2. Agency representatives review records, if anyunclear points need to verify the power of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Consular Department or the Vietnam Committee forOverseas.
3. Get live results at the headquarters ofmissions or by post

Files

 

Ingredients Profile ​ ​ ​

Ingredients Profile
​1. The declaration granting preferential certificate form
​2. Certified copy of one of the following documents (including those issued before 1975):
 Passport or papers that can substitute a valid passport issued by foreign countries with their name and place of birth VietnamVietnam.
 Birth certificateidentity cardidentity cardold passporthousehold registration book (or the family book).
 “Certificate of descent Vietnam” by Vietnam representative agencies in foreign countries or in Vietnam Committee for Overseaspreviously granted
 Certificate of having blood ties Vietnam” by Vietnamrepresentative agencies in foreign countries or in VietnamCommittee for overseas
 Citizenship certificates Vietnam
 Certificate of loss of nationality Vietnam
;
​3. Papers proving the preferential beneficiaries.
A certified copy of the following documentsCertificate of medals,medalscertificates of meritcertificate of family parties orcontributed to the revolutionInvestment License; confirmation of capitalinvitation of ministriesprovinces and managingdecisions or documents of equivalent value on the approval of constructionprojects of social welfare projectscertificates of charitable activities,humanitarian services of students
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Form, declaration form ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Documents specified Name form, declaration form
Granting preferential certificate for the Vietnameseoverseas Download
The declaration apply for preferential certificates Download